59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,118 Google reviews, the most in Nicholasville.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Septic Service Companies in Nicholasville, KY (2026)
26 septic service companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Nicholasville: Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lexington KY, CR Score 59/100; 4.8★ from 1,118 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Kentucky Plumbing (KYPD), posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 26.
- 7
Most-reviewed: Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Richmond KY, 522 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 26 ranked after Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lexington KY; ranked #7.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
26 Nicholasville septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 18 open Saturdays and 15 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 26 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in Nicholasville at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lexington KY | 59 | 4.8★ (1,118) | Lexington, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Kentucky Plumbing (KYPD) | 58 | 4.9★ (371) | Nicholasville | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Day’s Portable’s LLC | 58 | 5.0★ (10) | Nicholasville | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Haggard Septic Solutions LLC | 58 | 5.0★ (69) | Winchester, 23 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Stewart Septic & Excavation | 57 | 5.0★ (4) | Lexington, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Summit Sewer & Drain Cleaning, Inc. | 56 | 4.8★ (27) | Nicholasville | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Richmond KY | 56 | 4.8★ (522) | Richmond, 18 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 8 | Major Duke's Services | 56 | 4.8★ (18) | Lexington, 8 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Commonwealth Septic | 55 | 5.0★ (22) | Lexington, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Lex-Rooter Sewer & Drain Cleaning | 55 | 4.4★ (129) | Lexington, 12 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 26 best septic service companies in Nicholasville, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Nicholasville
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 371 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Nicholasville
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Winchester, 23 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 4 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Nicholasville
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Richmond, 18 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 522 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 8 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 2 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 12 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Danville, 18 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 255 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Richmond, 13 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#13 A & A Sanitation
Based in Richmond, 20 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 11 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Richmond, 15 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Berea, 23 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 113 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 12 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 20 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #18 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 Lexington-Fayette, 7 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 12 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 15 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Richmond, 20 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 13 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrenceburg, 21 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrenceburg, 22 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
All 26 septic service companies
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #26, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | TNT Excavating LLC | 41 | 4.3★ (6) | 23 mi |
Also serving Nicholasville
7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| All About Septic | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| C.T. Septic | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| Grubbs Excavating Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Kentucky Sewer and Drain Cleaning | 3.0★ (2) | In Nicholasville |
| Mercer Sewer & Drain Cleaning | 3 mi | |
| Nichols Contracting LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 3 mi |
| surgeon plumbing heating and cooling and sewer drain cleaning | In Nicholasville |
How we ranked Nicholasville septic service companies
We scored 26 Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Nicholasville?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Nicholasville, KY is Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lexington KY with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 4.8★ from 1,118 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Kentucky Plumbing (KYPD) (#2) and Day’s Portable’s LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 26 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Nicholasville?
ContractorsRanked ranks 26 septic service companies serving Nicholasville, KY. 3 of them are based in Nicholasville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 7 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Nicholasville are open 24/7?
10 ranked septic service companies in Nicholasville post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lexington KY (#1), Kentucky Plumbing (KYPD) (#2) and Haggard Septic Solutions LLC (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Nicholasville work on weekends?
18 of 26 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 15 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lexington KY (#1), Kentucky Plumbing (KYPD) (#2) and Day’s Portable’s LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Nicholasville septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 26 rated septic service companies in Nicholasville is 5.0★, with a median of 19 reviews. Mr Rooter Plumbing of Lexington KY has the most, 1,118 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 Nicholasville count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 26 septic service companies serving Nicholasville.
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