64/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 839 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Septic Service Companies in Salem, MA (2026)
61 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 Salem: Spencer Plumbing Sewer and Drain Cleaning, CR Score 64/100; 4.9★ from 839 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): John's Sewer & Drain Cleaning, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 61.
- 29
Most-reviewed: New Era Plumbing & HVAC, 1,003 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 61 ranked; ranked #29.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
61 Salem septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 27 are open 24/7, 37 open Saturdays and 28 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 61 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in Salem at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spencer Plumbing Sewer and Drain Cleaning | 64 | 4.9★ (839) | Peabody, 2 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | John's Sewer & Drain Cleaning | 61 | 4.9★ (796) | Woburn, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | ASAP Drains and Sewers Incorporated | 60 | 4.8★ (125) | Salem | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Sewer Bros. | 60 | 5.0★ (172) | Andover, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Rapid Flow Sewer & Drain Cleaning | 59 | 4.9★ (493) | Arlington, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Rosano Davis Sanitary Pumping Inc | 59 | 4.9★ (120) | Cohasset, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Essex Septic Service, Inc. | 58 | 4.7★ (12) | Salem | Sat · Sun | — |
| 8 | Waste Warriors | 58 | 5.0★ (23) | South Boston, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Rhino Rooter | 57 | 5.0★ (25) | Boston, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Wayne's Drains | 57 | 4.3★ (59) | Burlington, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 61 best septic service companies in Salem, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Woburn, 13 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 796 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Salem
60/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 125 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#4 Sewer Bros.
Based in Andover, 9 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 172 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Arlington, 15 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 493 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cohasset, 20 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 120 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Salem
58/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in South Boston, 16 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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.
#9 Rhino Rooter
Based in Boston, 17 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#10 Wayne's Drains
Based in Burlington, 15 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in South Boston, 16 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Andover, 17 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Andover, 18 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Boston, 22 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Peabody, 1 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 163 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gloucester, 15 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Braintree, 18 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 166 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Groveland, 18 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 North Reading, 11 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#20 Charles Roux Llc
Based in Lowell, 16 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#21 Rooter Man
Based in Lawrence, 18 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 118 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Salem
54/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Plaistow, 22 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ 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 Lynnfield, 5 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Burlington, 16 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Septic service companies ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 61 ranked septic service companies here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Salem
20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ABC Plumbing Drain Sewer Clng | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| AllStar Sewer & Drain LLC | 19 mi | |
| Backyard Solutions LLC | 16 mi | |
| D&M Masonry & Construction | 5.0★ (1) | 3 mi |
| G H Ricker Septic | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Independent Drain Inspections | 16 mi | |
| J.Chongris and Son's Enterprises | 16 mi | |
| Jablonski & Sons Inc | 19 mi | |
| James Killion Corp. | 18 mi | |
| Jb North Shore Construction | 16 mi | |
| Macaro Inc | 8 mi | |
| Medford Sewer Shop | 5.0★ (1) | 13 mi |
| NorthEast Classic Builders | 1.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| Quick Fix Septic | 15 mi | |
| Raggs Septic Service | 1.0★ (1) | 22 mi |
| Rhino Rooter | 17 mi | |
| Septic Solutions LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
| Stoneworks Construction Company | 7 mi | |
| United Rentals - Reliable Onsite Services | 20 mi | |
| Wind River Environmental of Gloucester, MA | 5.0★ (1) | In Salem |
How we ranked Salem septic service companies
We scored 61 Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Salem?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Salem, MA is Spencer Plumbing Sewer and Drain Cleaning with a CR Score of 64/100. It has 4.9★ from 839 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. John's Sewer & Drain Cleaning (#2) and ASAP Drains and Sewers Incorporated (#3) follow. We ranked 61 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Salem?
ContractorsRanked ranks 61 septic service companies serving Salem, MA. 3 of them are based in Salem; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Salem are open 24/7?
27 ranked septic service companies in Salem post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Spencer Plumbing Sewer and Drain Cleaning (#1), John's Sewer & Drain Cleaning (#2) and ASAP Drains and Sewers Incorporated (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Salem work on weekends?
37 of 61 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 28 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Spencer Plumbing Sewer and Drain Cleaning (#1), John's Sewer & Drain Cleaning (#2) and ASAP Drains and Sewers Incorporated (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Salem septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 61 rated septic service companies in Salem is 4.9★, with a median of 14 reviews. New Era Plumbing & HVAC has the most, 1,003 reviews, and ranks #29. 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 Salem count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Salem 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 Salem
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 61 septic service companies serving Salem.
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