62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 200 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 Amherst, MA (2026)
44 septic service companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Amherst: Fletcher Sewer & Drain, CR Score 62/100; 4.7★ from 200 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hampden & Hampshire Counties, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 44.
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Most-reviewed: Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hampden & Hampshire Counties, 703 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 44 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
44 Amherst septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 11 are open 24/7, 24 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 44 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in Amherst at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fletcher Sewer & Drain | 62 | 4.7★ (200) | Ludlow, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Lafond Septic Services | 57 | 4.9★ (138) | Westfield, 19 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Clean Septics Inc | 57 | 4.9★ (175) | Ludlow, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hampden & Hampshire Counties | 57 | 4.7★ (703) | Westfield, 16 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 5 | Dumont Septic Pumping | 55 | 5.0★ (26) | Charlton, 25 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Linton Septic | 54 | 5.0★ (86) | Palmer, 18 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Rooter-Man Plumbing & Drain Springfield MA | 54 | 4.8★ (91) | Chicopee, 12 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Complete Septic Service LLC | 54 | 5.0★ (24) | North Chicopee, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Granby Septic Services | 54 | 4.9★ (8) | Chicopee, 8 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | R. DeSantis Jr. & Sons | 54 | 5.0★ (3) | Ware, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 44 best septic service companies in Amherst, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Westfield, 19 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 138 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ludlow, 13 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 175 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Westfield, 16 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 703 Google reviews, the most in Amherst.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Charlton, 25 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Palmer, 18 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicopee, 12 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 91 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in North Chicopee, 9 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicopee, 8 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Ware, 14 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#11 Modern Septics
Based in Springfield, 15 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in East Longmeadow, 19 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Amherst
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Agawam, 22 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Southampton, 14 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hampden, 21 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gardner, 23 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Southampton, 10 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.6★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ludlow, 12 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicopee, 8 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Monson, 7 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.3★ from 21 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Southwick, 24 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Westfield, 19 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 19 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Charlton, 25 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
All 44 septic service companies
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #44, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Drain King Royal Flush | 51 | 4.8★ (27) | 15 mi |
| 27 | Greg's Wastewater Removal | 51 | 4.1★ (12) | 11 mi |
| 28 | Barry J. Linton, Inc. | 51 | 5.0★ (9) | 12 mi |
| 29 | Ron Cox Septic & Excavation Company | 51 | 3.9★ (7) | 23 mi |
| 30 | Trak Septic Pumping | 50 | 4.3★ (11) | 14 mi |
| 31 | C & S Septic service LLC | 50 | 4.2★ (10) | 21 mi |
| 32 | United Site Services | 50 | 2.8★ (14) | 15 mi |
| 33 | 1st American Sewer And Drain | 50 | 5.0★ (13) | 14 mi |
| 34 | Casey Bashaw Plumbing Heating | 48 | 4.6★ (27) | 20 mi |
| 35 | Lucky Duck Plumbing LLC | 48 | 5.0★ (43) | 15 mi |
| 36 | Hampden Septic Inc | 47 | 3.6★ (12) | 22 mi |
| 37 | Fleury Excavation LLC | 47 | 4.8★ (24) | 23 mi |
| 38 | Kozyra Construction | 47 | 4.9★ (28) | 21 mi |
| 39 | Whiteley Excavating and Septic Services | 47 | 4.7★ (9) | 15 mi |
| 40 | Mark's Property Services & Landscape Supply | 45 | 4.8★ (16) | 24 mi |
| 41 | Excavation Plus Inc | 44 | 3.8★ (10) | 21 mi |
| 42 | Tbc Excavating Inc | 43 | 5.0★ (4) | 23 mi |
| 43 | Park Construction Co | 42 | 3.7★ (3) | 15 mi |
| 44 | JL Construction Corp | 41 | 3.4★ (5) | 20 mi |
Also serving Amherst
17 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1st American Sewer And Drain | 21 mi | |
| Advanced Sewer & Drain Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| All Mechanical Sewer Drain | 14 mi | |
| Always Reliable Sewer & Drain | In Amherst | |
| Always Reliable Sewer And Drain | 5.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| C & S Septic Services | 1.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
| Clean Septics | 22 mi | |
| Everson Construction | 3.0★ (2) | In Amherst |
| Jim's Septic Tank Systems | 22 mi | |
| LaFogg & Hathaway Construction, Inc. | 3 mi | |
| Lawrence Septic & Sewer Services | 22 mi | |
| New England Septic Pros | 14 mi | |
| Senn II Excavating | 11 mi | |
| United Rentals - Reliable Onsite Services | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| United Rentals - Reliable Onsite Services | 1.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Woloshchuk Enterprises Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Wykowski Mechanical | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
How we ranked Amherst septic service companies
We scored 44 Amherst 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 Amherst 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 Amherst: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Amherst?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Amherst, MA is Fletcher Sewer & Drain with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.7★ from 200 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Lafond Septic Services (#2) and Clean Septics Inc (#3) follow. We ranked 44 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Amherst?
ContractorsRanked ranks 44 septic service companies serving Amherst, MA. 1 of them is based in Amherst; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 17 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Amherst are open 24/7?
11 ranked septic service companies in Amherst post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Fletcher Sewer & Drain (#1), Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hampden & Hampshire Counties (#4) and Dumont Septic Pumping (#5). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Amherst work on weekends?
24 of 44 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Fletcher Sewer & Drain (#1), Lafond Septic Services (#2) and Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hampden & Hampshire Counties (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Amherst septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 44 rated septic service companies in Amherst is 4.8★, with a median of 16 reviews. Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hampden & Hampshire Counties has the most, 703 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Amherst count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Amherst 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 Amherst
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 44 septic service companies serving Amherst.
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