West Side Drain and Septic logo

West Side Drain and Septic

Septic system service · Newberg, OR · reviewed since 2014

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%96+52.4Reliability 24%95+23Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 96Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#5 of 15 tank installationPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 71%
4.9 ★★★★★ 800 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.93★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.7%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.
80%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

West Side Drain and Septic at a glance

Google reviewers rate West Side Drain and Septic 4.9 out of 5 based on 800 reviews, with the owner responding to 80% of comments. Customers frequently cite punctuality, clear communication, reasonable pricing, and thorough explanations for services including septic pumping, drain clearing, and installation. While most praise the professionalism and responsiveness, lower-rated reviews note occasional issues with incomplete repairs, billing for minimal work, or the need for follow-up visits to resolve problems.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 800 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 800 Google reviews (539 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 80% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 26, 2026.
  • Service: Tank serving Newberg, Oregon.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other tank installation

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: reliability.

Satisfaction96Reliability95Craft & service97Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 96 (median 94)Reliability: 95 (median 94)Craft & service: 97 (median 99)Value: 100 (median 98)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 47)
West Side Drain and SepticTank Installation 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.West Side Drain and Septic: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
96
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.West Side Drain and Septic: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
95
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.West Side Drain and Septic: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
97
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.West Side Drain and Septic: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.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.West Side Drain and Septic: 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.West Side Drain and Septic: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 47.A
100

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

800 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars78098%
  • 4 stars91%
  • 3 stars61%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star51%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 539 written reviews

  • Praise1,10199%
  • Complaints91%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude30227%
  • Speed & response26224%
  • Quality & results18116%
  • Would recommend13412%
  • Communication11510%
  • Price & value837%
  • Honesty & trust333%

What customers talk about

We read 539 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Easy to schedule, showed up on time, and professional.”
  • “Their team is always professional, dependable, and quick to respond whenever we need their expertise.”
    “Service was delayed due to a previous job running long but communication was excellent and even offered to stop by fairly late in the evening to fix our drain.”
  • “He did an amazing job and he was very professional!”
    “Quick service, took care of my horrible septic tank issue efficiently, great customer service.”
  • “We highly recommend West Side Drain and Septic to anyone looking for experienced, trustworthy, and professional service.”
    “Definitely, will not be going anywhere else and I cannot recommend them enough.”
  • “…c issue, they consistently provide honest recommendations, excellent communication, and quality workmanship.…”
  • “Finding a reasonable solution, cleared the blockage, putting the plumping system in good working order.”
  • “With the recent rebranding, honest work and overall reliability of their team it’s restores faith in the future of the trades.”

People customers mention

  • Doug 21 reviews
  • Greg 17 reviews
  • Westside 11 reviews
  • Alex 9 reviews
  • Jon 7 reviews
  • Harrison 7 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired West Side Drain and Septic for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

KellyLocal Guide · 37 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. · a day ago★★★★★

Easy to schedule, showed up on time, and professional. Jesse is a top tier tech. Honest & friendly!

Paid $1–200Great price

Photos

Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 800 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
Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Kelly BallanceLocal Guide · 37 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kelly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Easy to schedule, showed up on time, and professional. Jesse is a top tier tech. Honest & friendly!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1–200
Brendan GordonLocal Guide · 32 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brendan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Performance Properties truly appreciates our partnership with West Side Drain and Septic. Their team is always professional, dependable, and quick to respond whenever we need their expertise. Whether it’s routine maintenance or a more complex drainage or septic issue, they consistently provide honest recommendations, excellent communication, and quality workmanship. It’s a huge advantage to have a vendor we can trust to take great care of our property owners and residents. Their reliability, knowledge, and commitment to customer service make every project go smoothly, and we know the job will be done right the first time. We highly recommend West Side Drain and Septic to anyone looking for experienced, trustworthy, and professional service. Thank you for being such a valued partner and for always taking great care of our team and our clients!

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Brendan, thank you for the incredible 5-star review and for the trust Performance Properties continues to place in West Side Drain & Septic. We truly value the partnership and appreciate the opportunity to support your team, property owners, and residents. Whether it’s routine maintenance, drain issues, or more complex septic work, our goal is always to provide dependable service, clear communication, honest recommendations, and quality workmanship. Your recommendation means a lot to our entire team, and we’re grateful to be a trusted service partner for Performance Properties.

Dr. Ben Reebs, NDLocal Guide · 53 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dr. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Doug Folsom of West Side Drain not only is a great guy, but when it comes to all things involving drainage, such as septic tank assessment and installation, he knows more than almost anyone. Not only that, but he puts his customers above all else. I highly recommend West Side Drain for all of your drain needs.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Dr. Reebs, thank you for the incredible 5-star review! Your kind words about Doug mean a lot. He takes a great deal of pride in putting customers first and bringing deep experience to septic tank assessment, septic installation, and drainage solutions. We truly appreciate the recommendation and your trust in West Side Drain & Septic. If anyone needs help with drainage, septic systems, or sewer concerns in Portland, Oregon or nearby communities, we’re here to help.

M D (MD)8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews M has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Love these guys. Have been doing work at our commercial property for many years. Highly recommend.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

M D, thank you for the 5-star review and for trusting West Side Drain & Septic at your commercial property for so many years! Long-term relationships like this mean a lot to our team. We truly appreciate the recommendation and your continued confidence in our work. If you ever need help again with commercial drain, sewer, or septic service in Beaverton, Oregon or nearby communities, we’re here to help.

Haylee Johnson1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Haylee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Adam helped us fix the drain in our shower. He did an amazing job and he was very professional! We will definitely be using there company again!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Haylee, thank you for the 5-star review! We’re glad Adam was able to fix your shower drain and deliver the kind of professional service you deserve. It’s great to hear he did an amazing job and made the experience a positive one from start to finish. We really appreciate you choosing West Side Drain & Septic, and we look forward to helping you again anytime you need drain, sewer, or septic service in McMinnville, Oregon or nearby communities.

George Ingraham4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews George has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Arrived on tiime as agreed. Technician dealt with problem, also explained why drain had blocked (my bad) and explained how to avoid furure problems. Also fixed minor problem with sink faucet at no additional charge. Charge was less than I had anticipated. Hope I don't have this kind of problem again, but if I do I will certainly call West SIde.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

George, Thank you for leaving us such a detailed review! We truly appreciate the feedback! It was great to restore flow in your kitchen sink drain in Hillsboro, Oregon.

James Gilbert4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great people to work with, I highly recommend them!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

James, thank you for the 5-star review! We’re glad you had a great experience working with our team. We truly appreciate the recommendation and your trust in West Side Drain & Septic. If you ever need help again with drain, sewer, or septic service in Tigard, Oregon or nearby communities, we’re here to help.

Shanti Mohling, MD10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shanti has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Absolutely professional, competent and excellent service. I also felt the cost was very reasonable. The plumbers were tidy and cleaned up afterwards. My sewage pump needed to be replaced. It was exceptionally well done.This was amidst the big January freeze of 2024 and they were incredibly helpful during a tough time.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Dr. Mohling, thank you for the wonderful 5-star review! We’re glad our team could provide professional, competent service and replace your sewage pump properly—especially during the January 2024 freeze, when these issues are even more stressful. It means a lot to hear that the work felt well done, the pricing was reasonable, and the crew kept everything tidy and cleaned up afterward. Thank you for trusting West Side Drain & Septic. If you ever need help again with sewage pumps, drain service, or septic system issues in Portland, Oregon, we’re here to help.

Stephen Crane5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

One of our pipes where leaking in the garage Westside Drain came out clearing the problem without breaking my wallet.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Stephen, thank you for the 5-star review! We’re glad West Side Drain & Septic could get out, solve the leaking pipe issue in your garage, and do it without breaking the bank. Delivering effective service at a fair price is exactly what we aim for. If you ever need help again with drain, sewer, or septic service in Hillsboro, Oregon or nearby communities, we’re here to help.

Lisa Kane3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They did a great job for me. I have used them a couple times and always good work

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Lisa, thank you for the 5-star review and for using West Side Drain & Septic multiple times! We’re glad our team has consistently done great work for you—that kind of repeat trust means a lot. If you ever need help again with drain, sewer, or septic service in Portland, Oregon or nearby communities, we’re here to help.

West Side Drain and Septic on Google Maps →

Business details