64/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 469 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 Howard Beach, NY (2026)
254 septic service companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Howard Beach: A & L Cesspool, CR Score 64/100; 4.8★ from 469 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Success Sewer & Drain Cleaning, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 254.
- 6
Most-reviewed: Citywide Sewer-Drain & Plumbing Corp, 1,423 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 254 ranked; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
254 Howard Beach septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 169 are open 24/7, 208 open Saturdays and 199 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 254 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Septic service companies in Queens ranking. See Septic service companies in Queens
Top 10 septic service companies in Howard Beach at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A & L Cesspool | 64 | 4.8★ (469) | Brooklyn, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Zoom Drain North Jersey | 62 | 4.9★ (849) | New York City, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 3 | Success Sewer & Drain Cleaning | 61 | 5.0★ (326) | Brooklyn, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Balkan Sewer & Water Main Service - Joseph L. Balkan Inc. | 61 | 4.7★ (555) | Queens, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | No.1 Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services | 61 | 5.0★ (401) | Brooklyn, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Citywide Sewer-Drain & Plumbing Corp | 61 | 4.8★ (1,423) | East Garden City, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 7 | PowerFlo Sewer Service | 60 | 5.0★ (1,092) | Staten Island, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Perfect Sewer & Drain Cleaning Service | 60 | 5.0★ (304) | Brooklyn, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Victor Sewer & Drain Services | 60 | 5.0★ (413) | Brooklyn, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Express Sewer, Drain Cleaning & Repairs Inc . | 60 | 5.0★ (518) | The Bronx, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 254 best septic service companies in Howard Beach, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in New York City, 13 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 849 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 5 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 326 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Queens, 3 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 555 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 8 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 401 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in East Garden City, 13 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,423 Google reviews, the most in Howard Beach.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Staten Island, 16 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 1,092 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 8 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 304 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 6 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 413 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in The Bronx, 14 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 518 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in New York City, 13 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Staten Island, 14 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Richmond Hill, 3 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 4 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 316 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Long Island City, 9 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 177 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 5 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 239 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Forest Hills, 2 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 85 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Sunset Park, 6 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 136 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Oceanside, 9 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 171 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Queens, 3 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedarhurst, 5 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 244 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Brentwood, 14 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 3 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 5 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 219 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
How we ranked Howard Beach septic service companies
We scored 254 Howard Beach 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 Howard Beach 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 Howard Beach: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Howard Beach?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Howard Beach, NY is A & L Cesspool with a CR Score of 64/100. It has 4.8★ from 469 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Zoom Drain North Jersey (#2) and Success Sewer & Drain Cleaning (#3) follow. We ranked 254 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Howard Beach?
ContractorsRanked ranks 254 septic service companies serving Howard Beach, NY. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Howard Beach are open 24/7?
169 ranked septic service companies in Howard Beach post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are A & L Cesspool (#1), Success Sewer & Drain Cleaning (#3) and Balkan Sewer & Water Main Service - Joseph L. Balkan Inc. (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Howard Beach work on weekends?
208 of 254 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 199 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are A & L Cesspool (#1), Zoom Drain North Jersey (#2) and Success Sewer & Drain Cleaning (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Howard Beach septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 254 rated septic service companies in Howard Beach is 4.9★, with a median of 23 reviews. Citywide Sewer-Drain & Plumbing Corp has the most, 1,423 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Howard Beach count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Howard Beach 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 Howard Beach
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 254 septic service companies serving Howard Beach.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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