56/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Best Septic Service Companies in Taylorville, IL (2026)
12 septic service companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Taylorville: Whitlow Septic Services, CR Score 56/100; 4.3★ from 20 Google reviews.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Parks Sewer Services Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 12.
- 5
Most-reviewed: Mike Williams Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Sewer, 1,310 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 12 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
12 Taylorville septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 12 rated businesses.
Top 10 septic service companies in Taylorville at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Whitlow Septic Services | 56 | 4.3★ (20) | Taylorville | — | Overall |
| 2 | Parks Sewer Services Inc. | 56 | 4.7★ (62) | Decatur, 24 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services | 55 | 4.8★ (1,002) | Chatham, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Lomax Septic Systems | 53 | 4.6★ (25) | Mount Vernon, 13 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Mike Williams Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Sewer | 53 | 4.6★ (1,310) | Springfield, 24 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 6 | Smith Septic Inc | 51 | 4.3★ (49) | Springfield, 16 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Kelley's Septic Tank & Sewer Service Inc | 50 | 4.9★ (270) | Decatur, 25 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | JB Sewer And pumping | 49 | 3.7★ (3) | Cicero, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Septic Specialist | 48 | 4.2★ (31) | Decatur, 25 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Finfrock Sewer Services | 45 | 3.7★ (3) | Springfield, 18 mi away | — | — |
The 12 best septic service companies in Taylorville, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Decatur, 24 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chatham, 24 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,002 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mount Vernon, 13 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 24 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 1,310 Google reviews, the most in Taylorville.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 16 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Decatur, 25 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 270 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cicero, 13 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Decatur, 25 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield, 18 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in DeKalb, 25 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Douglas, 13 mi away
42/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Taylorville
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Central Septic Systems | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| J D Sewer & Septic | 5.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| Jr Excavating Sewer & Water | 3.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Riley's Decatur Sewer Services | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Roto-Rooter Plumbing, Drain, & Water Damage Cleanup Service | 1.0★ (2) | In Taylorville |
How we ranked Taylorville septic service companies
We scored 12 Taylorville 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 Taylorville 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 Taylorville: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Taylorville?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Taylorville, IL is Whitlow Septic Services with a CR Score of 56/100. It has 4.3★ from 20 Google reviews. Parks Sewer Services Inc. (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services (#3) follow. We ranked 12 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Taylorville?
ContractorsRanked ranks 12 septic service companies serving Taylorville, IL. 1 of them is based in Taylorville; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 5 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Taylorville are open 24/7?
3 ranked septic service companies in Taylorville post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Parks Sewer Services Inc. (#2), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services (#3) and JB Sewer And pumping (#8). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Taylorville work on weekends?
5 of 12 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Parks Sewer Services Inc. (#2), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services (#3) and Lomax Septic Systems (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Taylorville septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 12 rated septic service companies in Taylorville is 4.6★, with a median of 28 reviews. Mike Williams Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Sewer has the most, 1,310 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Taylorville count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Taylorville 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 Taylorville
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 12 septic service companies serving Taylorville.
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