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E. Cooper & Son Septic Service

Septic system service · Middletown, NY · reviewed since 2015

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%77+42Reliability 24%67+16.2Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%38+2.7Craft & service penalty70−3Experts Score= 72Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.72SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#55 of 66 septic tank servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 17%
4.7 ★★★★★ 76 Google reviews · 14 photos
92%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
22%reviews answered by the owner
$1.7ktypical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

E. Cooper & Son Septic Service at a glance

Google reviewers rate E. Cooper & Son Septic Service 4.7/5, frequently praising punctual arrival, professional conduct, fair pricing, and clear communication during septic pumping and drain line cleaning. Customers often highlight the company's responsiveness to urgent calls and careful restoration of landscaping after work. However, some low-star reviews criticize rude worker behavior, lack of advance notice for appointments, and instances of drivers engaging in unsafe behavior on highways.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 76 reviews (92% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 77 Google reviews (69 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 22% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 2, 2026.
  • Service: Septic Tank Service serving Middletown, New York.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other septic tank services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction77Reliability67Craft & service70Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews38Satisfaction: 77 (median 91)Reliability: 67 (median 87)Craft & service: 70 (median 95)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 38 (median 72)
This companySeptic Tank Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.E. Cooper & Son Septic Service: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.B
77
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.E. Cooper & Son Septic Service: 67/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.B
67
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.E. Cooper & Son Septic Service: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.B
70
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.E. Cooper & Son Septic Service: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.E. Cooper & Son Septic Service: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.E. Cooper & Son Septic Service: 38/100 on this factor. Category median: 72.D
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Star ratings

77 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars7192%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars11%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star56%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 69 written reviews

  • Praise13694%
  • Complaints86%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price350%
  • Reasonable350%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%
$1.7k+305% vs typical septic tank services

Middle half of what 3 customers paid ($549–$2.8k) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude3726%
  • Speed & response2819%
  • Quality & results2316%
  • Would recommend2014%
  • Price & value1813%
  • Honesty & trust107%
  • Communication86%

What customers talk about

We read 69 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Today once again they are on time, professional ,fair priced, and HONEST!”
    “No heads up that they were coming, completely blocked my car in, and then he was rude when I asked for a heads up next time they are coming to my address.”
  • “They were both friendly, professional and efficient.”
  • “Great service, will keep them in mind for the future.”
    “Had a terrible experience with one of their guys servicing my yard.”
  • “Fantastic guys, very knowledgeable, highly recommend and will be using Cooper again for all septic services!”
  • “Reasonably priced and it is clear they are professionals!”
  • “Family run business, honest, reliable, I would not go anywhere else”
  • “Very pleased with work, Hank explained the work as it went, thanks again.”

People customers mention

  • Morris 6 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired E. Cooper & Son Septic Service for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

NickLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Called with problems at 8, they were here by noon fixing everything. Lucky to have such a great company so close to Pine Bush!

Paid $400–600Reasonable priceDrain cleaningService not listed
JoyLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Fantastic service. Arrived when he said he would. Finished the job same day. Charged $8000 less than the guy who told this single older woman my entire waste water line needed to be replaced (it did not). After digging up my garden and pavers on my walkway, the garden/mulch looks untouched. He even did a great job…

Paid $2,000+Great priceSewer repair
Patrick6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Pump out septic, replace pump to leach field. Very pleased with work, Hank explained the work as it went, thanks again.

Paid $1,000+Great priceSewer repair

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 76 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
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Nick RiveraLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Called with problems at 8, they were here by noon fixing everything. Lucky to have such a great company so close to Pine Bush!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Price: $400–600
  • Services: Drain cleaning, Service not listed
Bob Sugar1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Bob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The Cooper Family have been managing the sanitary waste systems at my properties for over 40 years. Today once again they are on time, professional ,fair priced, and HONEST! Did I say HONEST Loud Enough. Today it was a Cooper grandson that represented the company. Rest Assured this organization is the best by far.

Tim Lunney10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Thanks for the fast excellent service

Old Owl Home Inspections LLC1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Old has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They found my septic tank very fast. Professional and courteous.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Mike Thalacker14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

These guys are great! Pumped the tank and leveled the D-box for me, extending the life of the system. Very reasonably priced. And really appreciated the care they took in saving the sod and replacing it, so in the end, very little disturbance to the yard - happy wife. Thanks, guys!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Sewer repair, Service not listed
Sean PaduaLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Called to have my tank pumped because my tank was backing up and my normal service provider wasn't able to get there in time. They took my information and got me an answer within 30 min. An hour or two later they showed up, pumped the tank and cleared the lines. The guys were fast and professional. Even when they had to do a little digging to gain better access to the tank. Great service, will keep them in mind for the future.

Joy PLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fantastic service. Arrived when he said he would. Finished the job same day. Charged $8000 less than the guy who told this single older woman my entire waste water line needed to be replaced (it did not). After digging up my garden and pavers on my walkway, the garden/mulch looks untouched. He even did a great job replacing the pavers and restoring the walkway, which is something he said he didn’t do. If you’re looking for an honest, reasonable, professional contractor, I cannot recommend Morris Cooper enough. Thank you Morris and your kind crew.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $2,000+
  • Services: Sewer repair
mike byrdLocal Guide · 66 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The very best. Have been doong business with them for many yeras. Family run business, honest, reliable, I would not go anywhere else

  • Price assessment: Great price
Kenneth7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kenneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service. Quick, communicative, and easy. Did exactly what they said they were going to do without upselling me on things I didn’t need. They’ll be my go-to septic company moving forward!

Gina Van Voorhis2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Called them in a panic Saturday morning about 10am day before a snow storm.. they arrived by 11:30ish to pump out my spectic... the 2 guys (don't know their names) were very nice and professional. Highly recommend

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