58/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 189 Google reviews, the most in Marion.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Septic Service Companies in Marion, IA (2026)
13 septic service companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Marion: Roto-Rooter, CR Score 58/100; 4.4★ from 189 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Joe's Sewer & Septic, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 13.
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Most-reviewed: Magic Men Sewer and Drain Cleaning, 54 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 13 ranked after Roto-Rooter; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
13 Marion septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 9 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 13 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in Marion at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roto-Rooter | 58 | 4.4★ (189) | Cedar Rapids, 4 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Joe's Sewer & Septic | 57 | 4.7★ (13) | Dixon, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Miene Septic Services Inc | 56 | 4.5★ (22) | Cedar Rapids, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Ken-Way Sewer Service Inc | 55 | 4.7★ (29) | Cedar Rapids, 13 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | All county sewer & drainage | 54 | 5.0★ (9) | Belton, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Magic Men Sewer and Drain Cleaning | 54 | 4.6★ (54) | Cedar Rapids, 9 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 7 | Kruser Septic Services, Inc. | 53 | 4.2★ (33) | Dubuque, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Phil's Sewer and Drain Cleaning | 52 | 5.0★ (20) | Cedar Rapids, 22 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Brown Concrete and Backhoe | 50 | 2.8★ (6) | Cedar Rapids, 13 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Jim's Septic Services | 50 | 5.0★ (9) | Cedar Rapids, 17 mi away | — | — |
The 13 best septic service companies in Marion, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Dixon, 11 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #2 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 Cedar Rapids, 7 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Rapids, 13 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Belton, 4 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Rapids, 9 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 54 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Dubuque, 11 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Rapids, 22 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Rapids, 13 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Rapids, 17 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Rapids, 6 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 21 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#12 R & B Plumbing
Based in Cedar Rapids, 7 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cedar Rapids, 20 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Marion
5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| McBurney Septic Service LLC | 3.0★ (2) | 1 mi |
| Miene Septic Services | 4.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Royal Flush Sewer & Drain Cleaning | 20 mi | |
| Save Our Sewers, Inc. | 8 mi | |
| septic services in cedar rapids | 8 mi |
How we ranked Marion septic service companies
We scored 13 Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Marion?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Marion, IA is Roto-Rooter with a CR Score of 58/100. It has 4.4★ from 189 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Joe's Sewer & Septic (#2) and Miene Septic Services Inc (#3) follow. We ranked 13 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Marion?
ContractorsRanked ranks 13 septic service companies serving Marion, IA. Another 5 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Marion are open 24/7?
4 ranked septic service companies in Marion post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Roto-Rooter (#1), Joe's Sewer & Septic (#2) and All county sewer & drainage (#5). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Marion work on weekends?
9 of 13 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Roto-Rooter (#1), Joe's Sewer & Septic (#2) and Ken-Way Sewer Service Inc (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Marion septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 13 rated septic service companies in Marion is 4.6★, with a median of 20 reviews. Roto-Rooter has the most, 189 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 Marion count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Marion 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 Marion
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 13 septic service companies serving Marion.
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