60/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 3,004 Google reviews.
Best Septic Service Companies in Uptown, IL (2026)
218 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 Uptown: J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain, CR Score 60/100; 4.6★ from 3,004 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 218.
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Most-reviewed: ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric, 22,524 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 218 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
218 Uptown septic service companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 131 are open 24/7, 169 open Saturdays and 139 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 218 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Septic service companies in West Town ranking. See Septic service companies in West Town
Top 10 septic service companies in Uptown at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain | 60 | 4.6★ (3,004) | Chicago, 1 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric | 58 | 4.7★ (22,524) | Arlington Heights, 21 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain | 58 | 4.8★ (700) | Evanston, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | J Sewer & Drain Plumbing | 58 | 4.9★ (275) | Chicago, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Elite Sewer & Drain Inc. | 57 | 5.0★ (242) | Skokie, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain | 57 | 4.7★ (247) | Chicago, 2 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | S and J Plumbing & Sewer | 57 | 4.9★ (3,937) | Arlington Heights, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Pro Services Plumbing, Drains, Sewer Lining | 57 | 5.0★ (59) | Elmhurst, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain | 57 | 4.9★ (205) | Skokie, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Apex Plumbing & Sewer Inc. | 57 | 4.6★ (226) | Chicago, 1 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 218 best septic service companies in Uptown, 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 Arlington Heights, 21 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 22,524 Google reviews, the most in Uptown.
Based in Evanston, 6 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 700 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Chicago, 4 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 275 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Skokie, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 242 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Chicago, 2 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 247 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Arlington Heights, 21 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 3,937 Google reviews.
Based in Elmhurst, 15 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in Skokie, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 205 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Chicago, 1 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 226 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Skokie, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 159 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Chicago, 3 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 98 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Evanston, 6 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 261 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
Based in Northbrook, 14 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 751 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Brookfield, 15 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 327 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Wheeling, 18 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 1,332 Google reviews.
Based in Wilmette, 9 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 104 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Addison, 18 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based in Skokie, 7 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 219 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
Based in Deerfield, 16 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 384 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Northbrook, 14 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 496 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Chicago, 6 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Chicago, 5 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 370 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Arlington Heights, 18 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 549 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based in Chicago, 6 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
How we ranked Uptown septic service companies
We scored 218 Uptown 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 Uptown 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 Uptown: frequently asked questions
Who is the best septic service company in Uptown?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked septic service company in Uptown, IL is J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain with a CR Score of 60/100. It has 4.6★ from 3,004 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric (#2) and J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain (#3) follow. We ranked 218 septic service companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many septic service companies are there in Uptown?
ContractorsRanked ranks 218 septic service companies serving Uptown, IL. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which septic service companies in Uptown are open 24/7?
131 ranked septic service companies in Uptown post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain (#1), ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric (#2) and J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which septic service companies in Uptown work on weekends?
169 of 218 ranked septic service companies post Saturday hours and 139 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain (#1), ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric (#2) and J. Blanton Plumbing, Sewer & Drain (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Uptown septic service companies have?
The median Google rating among 218 rated septic service companies in Uptown is 4.8★, with a median of 38 reviews. ABC Plumbing, Sewer, Heating, Cooling & Electric has the most, 22,524 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 Uptown count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Uptown 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 Uptown
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 218 septic service companies serving Uptown.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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