65/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 764 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Best Septic Service Companies in San Diego, CA (2026)
46 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 San Diego: Anytime Septic Service, CR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 764 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 46.
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Most-reviewed: John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains, 886 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 46 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
46 San Diego septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 25 are open 24/7, 37 open Saturdays and 30 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 46 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in San Diego at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anytime Septic Service | 65 | 5.0★ (764) | Lakeside, 16 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains | 64 | 4.8★ (886) | San Diego | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Easy Flow Sewer & Drain Cleaning San Diego | 62 | 4.8★ (42) | San Diego | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Xtreme Drainworks Inc. | 61 | 5.0★ (34) | San Diego | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Sludgebusters Septic Service | 61 | 4.2★ (42) | San Diego | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains | 60 | 4.9★ (307) | La Mesa, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Solid State Septic | 60 | 5.0★ (22) | San Diego | Sat · Sun | — |
| 8 | Speedi Rooter Sewer & Drain | 59 | 4.9★ (139) | Chula Vista, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Premier Rooter & Plumbing | 59 | 4.9★ (434) | National City, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Cowboy Septic | 59 | 5.0★ (33) | San Diego | 24/7 | — |
The 46 best septic service companies in San Diego, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in San Diego
64/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 886 Google reviews, the most in San Diego.
Based in San Diego
62/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in San Diego
61/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in San Diego
61/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in La Mesa, 9 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 307 Google reviews.
Based in San Diego
60/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in Chula Vista, 6 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 139 Google reviews.
Based in National City, 5 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 434 Google reviews.
#10 Cowboy Septic
Based in San Diego
59/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
#11 Dr. Septic
Based in San Diego
59/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in National City, 5 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 264 Google reviews.
#13 BMB Septic
Based in San Diego
59/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in El Cajon, 21 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in San Diego
58/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 176 Google reviews.
Based in El Cajon, 13 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 156 Google reviews.
#17 Septic Heroes
Based in San Diego
58/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
#18 Priddy's Pumping
Based in San Diego
58/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in San Diego
58/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Bonita, 8 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in San Diego
57/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in San Diego
57/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews.
#23 Almco Plumbing
Based in San Diego
57/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 268 Google reviews.
Based in Chula Vista, 9 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 145 Google reviews.
Based in San Diego
56/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
All 46 septic service companies
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #46, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | On Point Plumbing and Drains | Leak Detection And Sewer Repair | 56 | 4.9★ (34) | 10 mi |
| 27 | Septic Pumping Service Inc. | 56 | 4.3★ (7) | In San Diego |
| 28 | Diamond Septic Services LP | 56 | 3.8★ (14) | In San Diego |
| 29 | The Sewer Pros | 56 | 5.0★ (284) | 8 mi |
| 30 | Bob's Septic Service | 55 | 4.3★ (34) | In San Diego |
| 31 | ATL Plumbing & Sewer Line | 55 | 5.0★ (6) | 2 mi |
| 32 | Qual Plumbing & Sewer | 55 | 5.0★ (17) | 10 mi |
| 33 | United Rentals - Reliable Onsite Services | 55 | 4.6★ (9) | In San Diego |
| 34 | Center Septic | 54 | 5.0★ (6) | In San Diego |
| 35 | Jim's Appollo Septic | 54 | 5.0★ (5) | In San Diego |
| 36 | Eco Grease Pumping Services | 53 | 4.9★ (42) | In San Diego |
| 37 | La Jolla Plumbing, Sewer & HVAC | 53 | 5.0★ (7) | 11 mi |
| 38 | Sitko Services | 53 | 4.8★ (101) | 20 mi |
| 39 | Drain Patrol | 52 | 3.5★ (30) | In San Diego |
| 40 | DrainHelp | 52 | 4.7★ (19) | 10 mi |
| 41 | C3 Sewer & Drains | 52 | 5.0★ (6) | 9 mi |
| 42 | Modern Septic Service | 52 | 4.9★ (91) | 13 mi |
| 43 | United Site Services | 51 | 2.3★ (6) | 12 mi |
| 44 | Drain Medic / RxPlumbing | 50 | 3.3★ (12) | 8 mi |
| 45 | All Pro Sewer & Drain | 48 | 5.0★ (4) | 9 mi |
| 46 | Straightline Plumbing | 43 | 4.4★ (8) | 21 mi |
Also serving San Diego
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 |
|---|---|---|
| A C & D Pump Services Inc | 5.0★ (2) | In San Diego |
| Ace Sewer Line Repair & Drain | In San Diego | |
| All Pro Sewer & Drain | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Almco Plumbing | 5.0★ (1) | In San Diego |
| American Plumbing and Drains | 2.0★ (1) | 8 mi |
| American Sewer Repair | 5.0★ (1) | 13 mi |
| Brinks Services | 4.2★ (5) | In San Diego |
| Clean Trap Systems | In San Diego | |
| Fox Plumbing - The Wise Choice | 4.7★ (27) | In San Diego |
| Honey Bee Septic Service | 5.0★ (1) | In San Diego |
| Jim's Apollo Septic | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| LIMPIEZA DE FOSAS PROFOSA | 5.0★ (1) | 17 mi |
| Next Generation Septic Service, Inc. | In San Diego | |
| Prime Time Pipeline Inc. | Plumber | In San Diego | |
| Resurrection Plumbing La Jolla | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Septic Repair Service | In San Diego | |
| Septic Solutions Inc | In San Diego | |
| United Site Services | 3.0★ (2) | In San Diego |
| Wave Plumbing | 4.8★ (26) | In San Diego |
| Zondorak General Engineering Contracting | 5.0★ (2) | In San Diego |
How we ranked San Diego septic service companies
We scored 46 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in San Diego?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in San Diego, CA is Anytime Septic Service with a CR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 764 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains (#2) and Easy Flow Sewer & Drain Cleaning San Diego (#3) follow. We ranked 46 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in San Diego?
ContractorsRanked ranks 46 septic service companies serving San Diego, CA. 24 of them are based in San Diego; 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 San Diego are open 24/7?
25 ranked septic service companies in San Diego post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Anytime Septic Service (#1), John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains (#2) and Easy Flow Sewer & Drain Cleaning San Diego (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in San Diego work on weekends?
37 of 46 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 30 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Anytime Septic Service (#1), John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains (#2) and Easy Flow Sewer & Drain Cleaning San Diego (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do San Diego septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 46 rated septic service companies in San Diego is 4.9★, with a median of 32 reviews. John Padilla Plumbing, Sewer and Drains has the most, 886 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 San Diego count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the San Diego 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 San Diego
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 46 septic service companies serving San Diego.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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