Dry Wells Long Island
Drywell Contractor Long Island NY
Drywells Long Island has been installing dry wells since 1996, in many local towns and villages, here on Long Island.
Acquiring the proper licenses and keeping abreast of the local building codes is just part of the job. The building departments in conjunction with the health department are doing everything possible to safeguard the groundwater.
Every dry well requires a Permit from your local building department. See Page Home Owner Requirements
In Suffolk County we have been using dry wells to take some of the load off of our cesspools. Many areas on Long Island have a high water table. So drainage can be a problem.
Not only do we have new laws restricting the use of lawn fertilizer. We are required to clean up after our dogs. Being surrounded by water has many benefits, controlling our water runoff has become every home owner and pet owner an obligation.
Water runoff from your property has become a major concern for the local building departments. During a rainstorm your property is expected to contain its own rainwater and not have any runoff into the street where it could enter catch basins. Each property is theoretically going to be self-contained.
Precast Dry Wells Long Island
A pre-cast dry well is a concrete cylinder with perforated sides and bottoms. It is constructed as one piece in order to provide resistance against collapse.
This in turn increases the storage capacity of the dry well. It is completely buried and does not detract from the landscaping.
Pre-cast Concrete cylinder manufactured specially for dry wells properly install will remove the fear of collapse. Dry wells are basic structures that can be installed in one day.
The construction and maintenance of the structure will require the services of a competent dry well contractor. The contractor will install precast concrete cylinders manufactured specifically for dry wells. Using these precast concrete cylinders all but eliminates the fear of collapse in the future.
Dry Well Permits Are Required
Many local towns will require a permit and insist that a licensed contractor for the work. Many factors must be can take into consideration when installing a dry well to avoid any damage to the environment.
Any possible risk to the groundwater has to be eliminated. This is why it is important that you hire a licensed and insured dry well contractor who has both the proper training and experience.
We Need Dry Wells on Long Island
Why You Need A Dry Well. Building regulations are changing Quickly.
A dry well is an essential feature of drainage systems in residential structures.
In populated areas where town ordinances often forbid draining rainwater into the street or sewer. Another method for dispersing runoff is through a dry well. It is designed to hold and to channel excess water to reduce soil erosion and water Run-off.
The basic structure is usually simple and can be installed in one day. The construction and maintenance of this structure usually require the service of a competent dry well contractor.