We understand DEP business-day calculations and extension procedures. Our legacy of compliance reduces the risk of missing deadlines that could cost you thousands.
Receiving a DEP cease and desist or DEP notice from New York City’s Department of Environmental Protection means you need specialists who understand the system. Property owners in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, and the Bronx are legally responsible for water and sewer lines running from their buildings to the city mains.
When the DEP identifies a leak, structural defect or illegal connection, it issues violation notices with strict timelines. Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors is NYC’s oldest outdoor water main and sewer contractor. Our fourth-generation licensed master plumbers have resolved these situations for over 100 years. We handle permit coordination, excavation, repairs and final DEP sign-off with reliability built from a century of working relationships.
The DEP issues three primary violation categories, each with different timelines and consequences:
Our licensed master plumbers handle every step to resolve DEP violations in NYC. We inspect your property, confirm DEP findings and explain your options clearly.
Our specialized crew manages all DEP permit applications and street opening authorizations. We excavate controlled trenches and install code-compliant materials, such as Type K copper for water mains and approved pipe for sewer lines. With over a century of experience, we know what DEP inspectors require and how to coordinate inspections to meet deadlines.
Once approved, we backfill excavations, perform compaction testing and restore sidewalks. For sewer-related DEP cease and desist violations involving structural defects, we recommend full sewer line replacement over spot repairs.
As the city’s longest-operating water main and sewer specialist, we offer:
We understand DEP business-day calculations and extension procedures. Our legacy of compliance reduces the risk of missing deadlines that could cost you thousands.
When inspecting a DEP cease and desist notice situation, we identify underlying conditions that could trigger future violations.
DEP violations create urgency, but we provide fixed estimates based on actual scope. You’ll never see inflated prices disguised as emergency service fees.
Discover why homeowners and businesses trust Harris Water Main & Sewer for reliable and expert service. With consistently high ratings and glowing testimonials, our commitment to customer satisfaction shines through.
DEP violation timelines are strict — the clock starts when that notice arrives. A 3-day notice ignored becomes a 10-day notice with water shut-off and a fine. Let Harris Water Main & Sewer Contractors assess your situation and help you avoid escalating penalties. Call 888-469-8752 for emergency water main repair or request a quote online.
