56/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 981 Google reviews, the most in Columbus.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Septic Service Companies in Columbus, IN (2026)
18 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 Columbus: Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling, CR Score 56/100; 4.9★ from 981 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Gray Dumpster Rental, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #6 of 18.
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Most-reviewed: Root'n Toot'n Drain Cleaning Service, 98 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 18 ranked after Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling; ranked #8.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
18 Columbus septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 12 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 18 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in Columbus at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling | 56 | 4.9★ (981) | Franklin, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | A-1 Septic Service & Excavating | 55 | 4.5★ (64) | Franklin, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Mozingo Sanitation | 54 | 5.0★ (45) | Greensburg, 21 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | SiteCo. Excavation LLC | 54 | 5.0★ (30) | Columbus | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Harrison Excavating | 53 | 5.0★ (22) | Columbus | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Gray Dumpster Rental | 53 | 5.0★ (6) | Columbus | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 7 | Romine Excavating and Septic | 52 | 5.0★ (6) | Columbus | Sat | — |
| 8 | Root'n Toot'n Drain Cleaning Service | 52 | 4.9★ (98) | Franklin, 18 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 9 | Priority One Inc. | 52 | 4.6★ (7) | Shelbyville, 23 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | RICKETTS SEPTIC TANK SERVICE | 51 | 4.6★ (20) | Shelbyville, 23 mi away | Sat | — |
The 18 best septic service companies in Columbus, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Franklin, 17 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Greensburg, 21 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
54/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
53/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
53/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
52/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Franklin, 18 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 98 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Shelbyville, 23 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ 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 Shelbyville, 23 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bloomington, 16 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bargersville, 24 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
47/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
46/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.1★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#15 Lucas Earthworks
Based in Martinsville, 22 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Seymour, 13 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Shelbyville, 23 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete product supplier”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Shelbyville, 24 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Columbus
3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bob Hawkins Septic Tank Services | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Palmers Septic Tank Services | 4.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Rick Rodarmel's Construction | 5.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
How we ranked Columbus septic service companies
We scored 18 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Columbus?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Columbus, IN is Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling with a CR Score of 56/100. It has 4.9★ from 981 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. A-1 Septic Service & Excavating (#2) and Mozingo Sanitation (#3) follow. We ranked 18 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Columbus?
ContractorsRanked ranks 18 septic service companies serving Columbus, IN. 6 of them are based in Columbus; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 3 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Columbus are open 24/7?
4 ranked septic service companies in Columbus post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling (#1), Gray Dumpster Rental (#6) and Voils Concrete and Excavating (#11). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Columbus work on weekends?
12 of 18 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling (#1), Mozingo Sanitation (#3) and SiteCo. Excavation LLC (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Columbus septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 18 rated septic service companies in Columbus is 5.0★, with a median of 17 reviews. Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling has the most, 981 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Columbus count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Columbus 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 Columbus
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 18 septic service companies serving Columbus.
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