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Great Bear Septic Service
4.9(
31
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Couldn't be happier with the service we've been receiving from Great Bear Septic over the years. They are professional, take the time to answer our questions, and are unfailingly cheerful. They are a pleasure to work with. When we first purchased our home ten years ago, we had Earthcare take a look at our system. They tried to talk us into a $20,000+ replacement of our system. Something didn't seem quite right, so on the recommendation of friends, we reached out to Great Bear. Ten years later, with regular pumping from Great Bear, system still works great. In addition to all their other fine qualities, the team at Great Bear is trustworthy! Could not ask for more."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Roger Landscaping & Concrete
4.8(
35
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Do Carmo built a $30,000 paver patio for me less than three years ago. While building it I pointed out that we should add drainage but he assured me that it would not need it. Since I am not a contractor I took his word for it. Over the next two years, I reached out to him multiple times because the stones were sinking. He came by, free of charge, and re-leveled them and even added a drain pipe. After the drain pipe was added, I would go out during rain storms and see if it was working. To my surprise, it was not. After doing some research on my end I realized it was installed incorrectly so nothing was being drained. As of today, the far wall is slowly collpasing and coming apart. The railings are being ripped apart from each other, and the stones are separating. $30,000 for something that lasted less than three years. When I reached out to him, he said he was out of state, and he'll take a look when he has time. When I mentioned that this will be fixed free of charge he said, a"
Commercial retainer wall
Commercial retainer wall
Commercial retainer wall
Commercial retainer wall
Commercial retainer wall

+6

Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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S&G Septic Inspections LLC
4.7(
17
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Santiago and his team did an amazing job replacing my entire septic system in a timely manner considering the enormity of the project and the rainy weather conditions. Santiago was in constant communication with me and explained every step of the project, and coordinated everything with the town for all the required inspections. S&G Septic is a professional crew that I highly recommend."
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outlet pipe
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+29

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BILLYS SEPTIC SERVICES LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Billy , came to my rescue after almost being ripped off from an inscrutable vendor who was going to charge me an exorbitant fee for French drains. Billy â  s experience and impeccable work ethic assured me the job would only cost a faction of the price and proceeded to do the work by himself in a day and a half and also restored and landscaped the excavations. It was a pleasure to meet him and appreciate his expertise in rectifying the problem."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DeBella Seal Coating
5.0(
2
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The owner is very courteous, walked us through every step, no surprises and it was a big job. Fifty percent cheaper than other estimates, and the workman he had on the team were a pleasure. From step one to completion everything was as he had said it would be, great guy and a great company. They were fantastic."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for septic system installation and replacement projects in Carmel, NY

The smallest standard septic system uses a 500-gallon tank, which costs between $875 and $1,150 installed. This size works well for single-occupant dwellings with minimal wastewater production. However, many local regulations specify minimum tank sizes, so check with your building department before committing to this compact option. Some jurisdictions require at least 750 gallons regardless of home size to ensure adequate waste processing capacity.

The installation timeline varies based on site conditions, permit processing, and contractor schedules. The process includes obtaining permits, conducting soil tests, excavation, tank placement, leach field construction, and final connections. Weather conditions, soil challenges, and inspection scheduling can all affect the overall timeline. It's wise to begin planning well in advance of when you need the system operational.

The most economical approach is to install a conventional anaerobic system with a plastic tank. To minimize costs while maintaining legality, obtain multiple quotes from licensed installers, consider scheduling during their slower seasons, and handle basic site preparation yourself. Never skip permits or required testing to save money—illegal installations can result in significant fines and mandatory removal, ultimately costing far more than doing it right initially.

Regular pumping helps prevent system failures and extends operational life. Most small systems require pumping every three to five years, though frequency depends on household size and usage patterns. Pumping services cost between $290 and $530, making this maintenance expense relatively minor compared to potential repair costs ranging from $500 to $2,600 for neglected systems. Establishing a regular maintenance schedule based on your installer's recommendations helps avoid costly emergency services.

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