# Parker Septic & Drain

**Trade:** Demolition & Excavation · **Phone:** (774) 563-5548 · **Website:** http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.4/5** (medium confidence) — from 17 reviews across 5 sources.
94% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Parker Septic & Drain is a Martha's Vineyard-based septic and drain contractor run personally by Matt Parker, offering septic system repair and installation, drain cleaning, MA Title V inspections, and trenchless pipe lining for the island and Chappaquiddick.

The review record is unusually consistent: 17 reviews across Google, Angi and HomeAdvisor from 2021 through 2026, every one five stars, and the detail behind them holds up. Homeowners describe fast turnarounds on emergencies — arriving within an hour of a backup discovered on Christmas Eve Eve and having it fixed within two hours, and reaching a flooded rental-property basement within 20 minutes after roots blocked a pipe to the septic tank, digging it up and replacing it the same day, working past 8pm to finish. Several reviewers single out Matt's own diagnostic work, including tracing months of unexplained sewer gas into a home to a missing trap using a smoke test after another plumber couldn't find the source.

A few reviews point to honesty over upselling: one homeowner, returning years later for another inspection tied to a real-estate transaction, says Matt told them a paid re-inspection wasn't necessary and to simply have the tank pumped instead. A retired teacher facing a $60,000–$100,000 septic expense credits Matt with laying out reasonable options during a stressful decision.

Jobs are handled personally by Parker, sometimes alongside one additional team member named in reviews as Don — worth confirming scheduling and turnaround directly given the small crew, particularly for a large install. For islanders dealing with a septic failure, a backed-up drain, or a Title V inspection ahead of a home sale, reviewers consistently describe Parker Septic & Drain as fast to respond and straightforward to work with.

**Strengths:**
- Rapid response — reviewers cite arrival within 20 minutes to an hour
- Owner-led diagnostics — Matt traced a sewer gas leak via smoke test
- Honest recommendations — advised a cheaper pump-out over a paid re-inspection
- Unanimous five-star record — 17 reviews across three platforms since 2021
- Same-day fixes — pipe dug up and replaced the day of a backup

**Concerns:**
- Small owner-operator crew — often just Matt, sometimes with one helper

**Where sources disagree:**
- Angi and HomeAdvisor show byte-identical listings and reviews for this business — one underlying source, not independent corroboration

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Based on Martha's Vineyard, serving the island and Chappaquiddick. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com) — “A Martha's Vineyard septic and drain contractor offering septic repair and excavation, MA Title V inspections, drain cleaning, and trenchles…”
- Run personally by owner Matt Parker, with a second worker (Don) named on some jobs. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNBNE5uWUJBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCA4NnYBA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Parker Septic (Matt and Don) are exceptional, so exceptional that I wrote a poem commending the services they exquisitely provide.  I rec…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2N19hZk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC67_afNA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I cannot use enough positive words to describe Matt Parker!!! I was concerned that my septic was failing. Matt responded swiftly and kept…”
- Septic system repair and installation, including full pipe replacement via excavation. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com) — “A Martha's Vineyard septic and drain contractor offering septic repair and excavation, MA Title V inspections, drain cleaning, and trenchles…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21FdGNuRlNXRUkyWldoRFdsb3dka2xLUnpGTFpuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmEtcnFSWEI2ZWhDWlowdklKRzFLZnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I called Parker Septic and Drain when a large area of ground collapsed adjacent to the old septic system at an active and crucial medical…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPN012Tk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO7MvNNA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a pretty bad sewage backup in our home (that we rent out — it happened to be rented when the sewage backup happened!). It flooded …”
- Drain and sewer line clearing, including root-blocked pipes. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com) — “A Martha's Vineyard septic and drain contractor offering septic repair and excavation, MA Title V inspections, drain cleaning, and trenchles…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR1X2JuTmhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDu_bnNhQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ It was a joy to have such a pleasant exchange with a service professional. Prompt response and great explanation of the resolution of the…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPN012Tk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO7MvNNA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a pretty bad sewage backup in our home (that we rent out — it happened to be rented when the sewage backup happened!). It flooded …”
- MA Title V septic inspections. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com) — “A Martha's Vineyard septic and drain contractor offering septic repair and excavation, MA Title V inspections, drain cleaning, and trenchles…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNmNFllNE1REAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICf4Ye4MQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I hired this company years ago to do a report for my transaction.  They did a great job for me.  I recently called again to hire the comp…”
- Trenchless pipe lining and coating for old or inaccessible lines. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com) — “A Martha's Vineyard septic and drain contractor offering septic repair and excavation, MA Title V inspections, drain cleaning, and trenchles…”
- Reviewers consistently describe rapid response, reaching a backup within an hour to 20 minutes of a call. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2podWVFMVVOblJaT1ZjNGMzUm9TRU5xYkdOa2RrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjhueE1UNnRZOVc4c3RoSENqbGNkdkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had our septic back up on Christmas Eve Eve and this guys were there within an hour of speaking to them on the phone and they had it f…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPN012Tk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO7MvNNA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a pretty bad sewage backup in our home (that we rent out — it happened to be rented when the sewage backup happened!). It flooded …”
- Matt Parker's own diagnostic skill is repeatedly credited, including tracing a sewer gas leak to a missing trap via smoke test. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCbVAyTTNBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDBmP2M3AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Parker Septic & Drain is outstanding! After months of sewer gas leaking into my home (and my plumber unable to find the source), Matt fro…”
- A reviewer describes Matt advising against an unnecessary paid re-inspection, directing them to a cheaper pump-out instead. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNmNFllNE1REAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICf4Ye4MQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I hired this company years ago to do a report for my transaction.  They did a great job for me.  I recently called again to hire the comp…”
- All 17 reviews on file, spanning Google, Angi and HomeAdvisor from 2021 through 2026, are five stars, describing successful septic and drain repairs and a consistently responsive owner. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Parker%20Septic%20%26%20Drain&query_place_id=ChIJWcxGeHgv5YkRKV5Y2zW0ASc) — “Google: 5★ from 26 ratings”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21FdGNuRlNXRUkyWldoRFdsb3dka2xLUnpGTFpuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmEtcnFSWEI2ZWhDWlowdklKRzFLZnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I called Parker Septic and Drain when a large area of ground collapsed adjacent to the old septic system at an active and crucial medical…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2podWVFMVVOblJaT1ZjNGMzUm9TRU5xYkdOa2RrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjhueE1UNnRZOVc4c3RoSENqbGNkdkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had our septic back up on Christmas Eve Eve and this guys were there within an hour of speaking to them on the phone and they had it f…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCbVAyTTNBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDBmP2M3AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Parker Septic & Drain is outstanding! After months of sewer gas leaking into my home (and my plumber unable to find the source), Matt fro…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPN012Tk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO7MvNNA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a pretty bad sewage backup in our home (that we rent out — it happened to be rented when the sewage backup happened!). It flooded …”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/oak-bluff/parker-septic-drain-reviews-1.htm) — “Angi: 5.0★ from 2 ratings”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ParkerSepticDrain.108415049.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 5.0★ from 2 ratings”
- Jobs are handled by a small owner-operator team, sometimes just Matt working alone late into the evening to finish same-day. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNBNE5uWUJBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMCA4NnYBA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Parker Septic (Matt and Don) are exceptional, so exceptional that I wrote a poem commending the services they exquisitely provide.  I rec…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPN012Tk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO7MvNNA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a pretty bad sewage backup in our home (that we rent out — it happened to be rented when the sewage backup happened!). It flooded …”
- Specializes in Demolition & Excavation _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com) — “A Martha's Vineyard septic and drain contractor offering septic repair and excavation, MA Title V inspections, drain cleaning, and trenchles…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21FdGNuRlNXRUkyWldoRFdsb3dka2xLUnpGTFpuYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmEtcnFSWEI2ZWhDWlowdklKRzFLZnc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I called Parker Septic and Drain when a large area of ground collapsed adjacent to the old septic system at an active and crucial medical…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPN012Tk5BEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO7MvNNA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a pretty bad sewage backup in our home (that we rent out — it happened to be rented when the sewage backup happened!). It flooded …”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/oak-bluff/parker-septic-drain-reviews-1.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Sewer Main Clearing, Septic System Installation and Replacement, Septic System Repair, Plumbing, Septic”
- Also offers Plumbing _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com) — “A Martha's Vineyard septic and drain contractor offering septic repair and excavation, MA Title V inspections, drain cleaning, and trenchles…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2podWVFMVVOblJaT1ZjNGMzUm9TRU5xYkdOa2RrRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjhueE1UNnRZOVc4c3RoSENqbGNkdkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had our septic back up on Christmas Eve Eve and this guys were there within an hour of speaking to them on the phone and they had it f…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR1X2JuTmhRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x2701b435db585e29!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDu_bnNhQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ It was a joy to have such a pleasant exchange with a service professional. Prompt response and great explanation of the resolution of the…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/oak-bluff/parker-septic-drain-reviews-1.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Sewer Main Clearing, Septic System Installation and Replacement, Septic System Repair, Plumbing, Septic”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://madpl.mylicense.com/Verification/

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Parker%20Septic%20%26%20Drain&query_place_id=ChIJWcxGeHgv5YkRKV5Y2zW0ASc): 5.0★ from 26 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Parker%20Septic%20%26%20Drain&query_place_id=ChIJWcxGeHgv5YkRKV5Y2zW0ASc): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://www.parkersepticdrainllc.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/oak-bluff/parker-septic-drain-reviews-1.htm): 5.0★ from 2 ratings
- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.ParkerSepticDrain.108415049.html): 5.0★ from 2 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Marilyn M. · 2026-06-01**: They wee fantastic! We had a root break the pipe between us and the town sewar system, so everything backed up into the main toilet and bath. They cam early, determined the problem, and then dug up the piper until they found the break and then repaired the pipe. They got a small backhoe in to dig up…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Genevieve Jacobs · 2026-01-12**: I called Parker Septic and Drain when a large area of ground collapsed adjacent to the old septic system at an active and crucial medical practice. Matt responded immediately with competence, professionalism, and a whole lot of heart. As the landlord and responsible party, my anxiety was immediately…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mark Lacourse · 2025-12-24**: We had our septic back up on Christmas Eve Eve and this guys were there within an hour of speaking to them on the phone and they had it fixed two hours after they arrived. True professionals in every sense of the word.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Emily Hall · 2025-12-10**: Working with this company was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Not only were they punctual and affordable, but the level of professionalism truly stood out. The units arrived in immaculate condition — when I say clean, I mean they genuinely sparkled. It’s rare to see this level of car…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Pattie Rawlins · 2025-12-08**: I always write a sincere review. I feel like whether I give a 1 or a 5 it is my absolute truth. I am so extremely appreciative of Matt. He was very kind, thoughtful and supportive. I was having a plumbing nightmare and not knowing me, he agreed to help, came right away and explained everything thoro…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jane Edmonds · 2025-01-28**: Parker Septic (Matt and Don) are exceptional, so exceptional that I wrote a poem commending the services they exquisitely provide.  I recommend them highly -- and without any reservation!

Ode to the Masters of Septic Science

Two men arrived, with purpose and grace,
Matt and Don, not a moment to wa…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jeffrey Markowicz · 2024-12-29**: I hired this company years ago to do a report for my transaction.  They did a great job for me.  I recently called again to hire the company to do another inspection.  However, Matthew was so honest that he told me that I did not need to spend the money and instead directed me to simply get my unit …
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Holly CarrollCachimuel · 2024-07-18**: The only thing better than the knowledge base, skill, and expertise is the genuine kindness that was extended to me by Matt and his work force during a very stressful time in my life. As a recently retired teacher, I was informed that I would be facing a $60-$100,000 expense and they laid out reason…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Allie Clark · 2023-07-30**: Our experience with Parker Septic & Drain was exceptional!  Matthew was prompt with returning our call and very informative and professional. We had an issue with our septic system, not to mention also on a time crunch, and he rescued us and delivered customer service at a level above and beyond our…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kendall Reid · 2023-01-10**: Parker Septic & Drain is outstanding! After months of sewer gas leaking into my home (and my plumber unable to find the source), Matt from Parker Septic quickly diagnosed the issue using a smoke test. Smoke came pouring out of my laundry room drain — turns out the contractor forgot to install a trap…

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