57/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 105 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 Lancaster, OH (2026)
17 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 Lancaster: Moore's Septic Services LLC, CR Score 57/100; 4.9★ from 105 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbus, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 17.
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Most-reviewed: Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbus, 3,678 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 17 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
17 Lancaster septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 6 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 17 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in Lancaster at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moore's Septic Services LLC | 57 | 4.9★ (105) | Columbus, 15 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Affordable Septic Service, LLC | 55 | 4.8★ (66) | Columbus, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbus | 55 | 4.7★ (3,678) | Columbus, 22 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 4 | Elite Sewer & Septic | 53 | 3.1★ (42) | Lancaster | — | — |
| 5 | Pipeworks | 51 | 4.8★ (183) | Lancaster | — | — |
| 6 | Carl Wheeler's Septic Clng | 50 | 5.0★ (29) | Columbus, 21 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 7 | Eccard Excavating, LLC | 50 | 4.9★ (59) | Lancaster | — | — |
| 8 | Doc Thompson Plumbing | 49 | 4.6★ (145) | Columbus, 23 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Wooley Water Sewer Trenchless | 49 | 5.0★ (67) | Heath, 18 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 10 | Ace Septic Tank Cleaning and Repair Specialists | 49 | 4.2★ (105) | Groveport, 22 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
The 17 best septic service companies in Lancaster, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Columbus, 2 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus, 22 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 3,678 Google reviews, the most in Lancaster.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lancaster
53/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.1★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#5 Pipeworks
Based in Lancaster
51/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 183 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus, 21 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Utility contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lancaster
50/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus, 23 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 145 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Heath, 18 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Groveport, 22 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 105 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Canal Winchester, 17 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 276 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Beavercreek, 23 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Heath, 23 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 120 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus, 25 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Groveport, 22 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Logan, 18 mi away
42/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Foundation”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Circleville, 19 mi away
42/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.1★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Lancaster
2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dodrill Excavating | 23 mi | |
| Rogers And Son Excavating LLC | 3.0★ (1) | In Lancaster |
How we ranked Lancaster septic service companies
We scored 17 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Lancaster?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Lancaster, OH is Moore's Septic Services LLC with a CR Score of 57/100. It has 4.9★ from 105 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Affordable Septic Service, LLC (#2) and Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbus (#3) follow. We ranked 17 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Lancaster?
ContractorsRanked ranks 17 septic service companies serving Lancaster, OH. 3 of them are based in Lancaster; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 2 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Lancaster are open 24/7?
4 ranked septic service companies in Lancaster post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Moore's Septic Services LLC (#1), Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbus (#3) and Doc Thompson Plumbing (#8). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Lancaster work on weekends?
6 of 17 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbus (#3), Carl Wheeler's Septic Clng (#6) and Doc Thompson Plumbing (#8). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Lancaster septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 17 rated septic service companies in Lancaster is 4.8★, with a median of 66 reviews. Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Columbus has the most, 3,678 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 Lancaster count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Lancaster 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 Lancaster
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 17 septic service companies serving Lancaster.
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