
For more than 65 years, four generations of the Avery family have built our business around one simple philosophy: treat people the way we would want to be treated.
The Avery Family Philosophy
It’s simple: We treat everyone – customers, employees and vendors alike – with respect and honesty, the way we would want to be treated.
Our mission is to provide superior residential and commercial septic services through hard work, quality materials and a commitment to doing the job right.
Even as Avery has grown in the services we offer and the customers we serve, we’ve maintained an old-fashioned approach to doing business: building relationships, earning trust and taking care of our customers.
1960
Avery Begins
Donald and Martha Avery establish the company in Somers.
1960
Early 1970s
The Second Generation
Sons John and Dan become increasingly involved.
1984
The Next Chapter
Donald retires. John takes over pumping and service operations while Dan leads excavation, installation and material delivery.
1984
1997
A Third Generation Joins
Third-generation family member Jason joins Uncle John after graduating from college.
2002
Avery Portables Begins
Dan expands the company with Avery Portables, providing portable restroom rentals for special events and construction sites.
2002
2003
Continued Growth
John retires, and Avery Portables expands to include roll-off dumpster rentals for residential and commercial customers.
Today
Four Generations Strong
More than 65 years after Donald and Martha started the business, a fourth generation of the Avery family is carrying the tradition forward.
Today

Although Donald and Martha have passed, their legacy lives on through the generations of the Avery family who have followed them into the business.
Avery has grown sophisticated enough to handle demanding residential and commercial septic projects while remaining old-fashioned enough to provide the personal attention our customers have come to expect. Family ownership remains at the heart of the company, with an owner directly involved in the work we do and the relationships we build.
Our experienced team is committed to professional, safe and responsible service, with the training, licensing and qualifications required for the work we perform.
Today, a fourth generation of the Avery family is carrying the tradition forward – continuing a family business that began with Donald and Martha Avery in Somers in 1960.

Experience, professionalism and personal service have been part of the Avery tradition for generations.