61/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 643 Google reviews, the most in Independence.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Septic Service Companies in Independence, KY (2026)
37 septic service companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Independence: Northern Kentucky Inspections Inc, CR Score 61/100; 5.0★ from 643 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Tank Busters Sewer & Septic, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 37.
- 10
Most-reviewed: Joe Lay & Sons Plumbing, 466 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 37 ranked after Northern Kentucky Inspections Inc; ranked #10.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
37 Independence septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 12 are open 24/7, 21 open Saturdays and 18 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 37 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Septic service companies in Florence ranking. See Septic service companies in Florence
Top 10 septic service companies in Independence at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Kentucky Inspections Inc | 61 | 5.0★ (643) | Florence, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Tank Busters Sewer & Septic | 58 | 4.9★ (43) | Cincinnati, 18 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Aaron-Andrews Septic Tank Service | 57 | 4.6★ (57) | Cincinnati, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Got-A-Go Rentals & Septic Services | 56 | 4.4★ (65) | Independence | — | — |
| 5 | All Repair Septic Service | 56 | 5.0★ (20) | Cincinnati, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | S & E Construction / Septic Service | 56 | 4.4★ (24) | Louisville, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Exnil Septic | 55 | 5.0★ (13) | Cincinnati, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 8 | Septic Solutions | 54 | 4.1★ (52) | Cincinnati, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Precision Plumbing & Construction | 54 | 5.0★ (25) | Florence, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Joe Lay & Sons Plumbing | 54 | 4.6★ (466) | Florence, 5 mi away | Evenings | Most reviews |
The 37 best septic service companies in Independence, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Cincinnati, 18 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 21 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Independence
56/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ 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 Cincinnati, 19 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Louisville, 16 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#7 Exnil Septic
Based in Cincinnati, 13 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 24 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Florence, 4 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Florence, 5 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 466 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in The Village of Indian Hill, 20 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 15 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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 Cincinnati, 19 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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 Alexandria, 8 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 177 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Independence
52/100CR ScoreRanked #15 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 Edgewood, 5 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 25 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Francisville, 16 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#18 Exnil Grease
Based in Cincinnati, 12 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#19 CME Sewer Repair
Based in Reading, 21 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 169 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 20 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 13 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 16 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 18 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 127 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 19 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cincinnati, 20 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
How we ranked Independence septic service companies
We scored 37 Independence 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 2, 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 Independence 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 Independence: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Independence?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Independence, KY is Northern Kentucky Inspections Inc with a CR Score of 61/100. It has 5.0★ from 643 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Tank Busters Sewer & Septic (#2) and Aaron-Andrews Septic Tank Service (#3) follow. We ranked 37 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Independence?
ContractorsRanked ranks 37 septic service companies serving Independence, KY. 2 of them are based in Independence; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Independence are open 24/7?
12 ranked septic service companies in Independence post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Northern Kentucky Inspections Inc (#1), Tank Busters Sewer & Septic (#2) and Aaron-Andrews Septic Tank Service (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Independence work on weekends?
21 of 37 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 18 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Northern Kentucky Inspections Inc (#1), Tank Busters Sewer & Septic (#2) and Aaron-Andrews Septic Tank Service (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Independence septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 37 rated septic service companies in Independence is 4.6★, with a median of 24 reviews. Northern Kentucky Inspections Inc has the most, 643 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 Independence count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Independence 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 Independence
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 37 septic service companies serving Independence.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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