68/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 325 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Septic Service Companies in Albany, NY (2026)
33 septic service companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Albany: Averill Park Septic Service LLC, CR Score 68/100; 4.9★ from 325 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Sand Lake Septic Services, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 33.
- 3
Most-reviewed: Drain Care Septic & Sewer Service LLC, 377 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 33 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
33 Albany septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 15 are open 24/7, 19 open Saturdays and 18 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 33 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in Albany at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Averill Park Septic Service LLC | 68 | 4.9★ (325) | Albany | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Sand Lake Septic Services | 61 | 5.0★ (17) | Albany | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Drain Care Septic & Sewer Service LLC | 61 | 5.0★ (377) | Troy, 15 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 4 | Mountain Top Portable Toilets and Septic Service | 61 | 4.4★ (27) | Albany | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Turnkey Sewer & Drain Cleaning LLC | 60 | 5.0★ (74) | Rotterdam, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Rotor-Matic Sewer & Drain Solutions - Drain Cleaning | 60 | 4.8★ (94) | Watervliet, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Schodack Septic Svc | 59 | 4.3★ (27) | Albany | Sat · Sun | — |
| 8 | Apex Sewer & Drain Cleaning | 59 | 4.4★ (235) | Latham, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Mulyca Septic | 59 | 4.9★ (56) | Rotterdam, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | MG Septic LLC | 57 | 4.7★ (37) | Albany | — | — |
The 33 best septic service companies in Albany, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Albany
61/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Troy, 15 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 377 Google reviews, the most in Albany.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Albany
61/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rotterdam, 3 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Watervliet, 5 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 94 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Albany
59/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Latham, 8 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 235 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rotterdam, 21 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#10 MG Septic LLC
Based in Albany
57/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Watervliet, 5 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 119 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rotterdam, 13 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Albany
56/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Albany
55/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 35 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Amsterdam, 22 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 186 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#16 JBC Dirt Works
Based in Rensselaer, 5 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Albany, 14 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Albany
52/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Albany
52/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 48 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#20 Drain Gains
Based in Schenectady, 17 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 43 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Schenectady, 15 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Albany
52/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Troy, 7 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in West Albany, 19 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cohoes, 9 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
All 33 septic service companies
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | George L. La Plante Inc. | 51 | 5.0★ (4) | 11 mi |
| 27 | Drain Away Sewer Drain Services | 50 | 4.2★ (5) | 6 mi |
| 28 | United Rentals - Reliable Onsite Services | 49 | 5.0★ (9) | In Albany |
| 29 | Boomhower Excavation and Septic | 48 | 4.6★ (11) | 15 mi |
| 30 | Priority Sewer & Drain Services | 48 | 5.0★ (3) | 14 mi |
| 31 | Frank Santoro & Sons Excavating | 46 | 5.0★ (3) | 17 mi |
| 32 | Bob Talham Inc | 46 | 2.2★ (13) | 7 mi |
| 33 | J Dunn Group LLC | 45 | 5.0★ (3) | 13 mi |
Also serving Albany
11 more septic service companies within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| A Septic Service | 4 mi | |
| Budget Septic Service | 8 mi | |
| Capital Area Septic | 4 mi | |
| Dave's - Drain & Sewer Services | 7 mi | |
| Father & Sons Consulting Engineers, LLC | 9 mi | |
| Mulyca George | 18 mi | |
| MVF Sewer And Drain | 5.0★ (2) | In Albany |
| Next Generation Services WSL LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 1 mi |
| Premier Excavation & Septic | 5.0★ (1) | In Albany |
| Sam's Septic Services | In Albany | |
| Stoney Brook R&D LLC | 1.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
How we ranked Albany septic service companies
We scored 33 Albany septic service companies on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 3, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Albany data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Septic service companies in Albany: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Albany?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Albany, NY is Averill Park Septic Service LLC with a CR Score of 68/100. It has 4.9★ from 325 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Sand Lake Septic Services (#2) and Drain Care Septic & Sewer Service LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 33 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Albany?
ContractorsRanked ranks 33 septic service companies serving Albany, NY. 11 of them are based in Albany; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 11 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Albany are open 24/7?
15 ranked septic service companies in Albany post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Averill Park Septic Service LLC (#1), Sand Lake Septic Services (#2) and Drain Care Septic & Sewer Service LLC (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Albany work on weekends?
19 of 33 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 18 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Averill Park Septic Service LLC (#1), Sand Lake Septic Services (#2) and Drain Care Septic & Sewer Service LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Albany septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 33 rated septic service companies in Albany is 4.9★, with a median of 17 reviews. Drain Care Septic & Sewer Service LLC has the most, 377 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank septic service companies?
Each septic service company gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do septic service companies outside Albany count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Albany city center, our service radius for septic service companies. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can septic service companies pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Albany
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 33 septic service companies serving Albany.
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