“A” Tom Huff Company
Verified · Lic. 13273Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Shelby County, TN · Emergency Septic Service
Emergency Septic Service in Shelby County
Sewage backing up or a sounding alarm in Shelby County needs same-day help — here's what to do.
A septic emergency is sewage backing up into the house, pooling in the yard, or an alarm going off on a pump or aerobic system. These are not 'wait until Monday' problems — standing sewage is a health hazard, and a small backup can become a drainfield failure fast.
The first move is to stop adding water. Every flush, shower, and load of laundry makes a backup worse while you wait for a technician.
Local conditions in Shelby County
Timing matters in Shelby County: Wet winters and springs saturate drainfields and reduce treatment capacity; summer is the practical install window When the ground is already saturated, even a healthy system can back up — so emergency calls cluster in the wet season.
What an emergency call looks like
- Stop water use. Before anyone arrives, stop running water to keep the backup from getting worse.
- Diagnose the cause. The technician determines whether it's a full tank, a clog, a failed pump, or a flooded drainfield.
- Emergency pump-out. Pumping the tank relieves pressure and usually stops an active backup immediately.
- Find the root cause. A pump-out that refills fast points to a drainfield or line problem, not just a full tank.
- Stabilize, then plan the repair. You get the system usable again and a clear plan for the permanent fix.
What drives the cost
- After-hours, weekend, or holiday premiums
- Severity — a simple pump vs. pump plus repair
- Whether a pump or component has failed
- Biohazard cleanup if sewage reached living space
How to choose a pro
- Look for genuine 24/7 availability
- Pick a licensed company that can both pump and repair
- Ask for emergency pricing up front
- Confirm they can come today, not in three days
30 emergency septic service providers in Shelby County
License-verified contractors (active state license) are listed first.
4 Seasons Contracting
Verified · Lic. 18233Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
AA Land Development
Verified · Lic. 14833Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
ABES Contracting, LLC
Verified · Lic. 19274Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Adriel
Verified · Lic. 14350Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
AJ Septic Service
Verified · Lic. 11401Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
All About Septic
Verified · Lic. 13320Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
All-Brite, Inc.
Verified · Lic. 840Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Pumper · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Allen Plumbing and Septic
Verified · Lic. 13157Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Anthony Brown
Verified · Lic. 19458Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
B&M Dirtworks
Verified · Lic. 12723Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
B&R Farms
Verified · Lic. 13842Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Bish Thomas
Verified · Lic. 18305Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
C and J construction
Verified · Lic. 14045Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Carson Lewis
Verified · Lic. 19247Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Choates air conditioning and plumbing
Verified · Lic. 18248Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Choates Air Conditioning Heating & Plumbing
Verified · Lic. 18176Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
CORE PLUMBING AND CONTRACTING LLC
Verified · Lic. 18990Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Cornerstone Ground Solutions
Verified · Lic. 19400Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
D & D Excavating LLC
Verified · Lic. 13778Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
D Squared Rentals LLC.
Verified · Lic. 19412Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
D4 Construction
Verified · Lic. 14279Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Draingo, LLC
Verified · Lic. 993Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Dylan Walls
Verified · Lic. 14919Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Evolution Maintenance Inc
Verified · Lic. 13456Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Faulkner Excavating
Verified · Lic. 11593Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Gunn Homes
Verified · Lic. 12544Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Guy's Septic
Verified · Lic. 1005Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Pumper · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Hardin and Son
Verified · Lic. 19333Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Hardin and Son II
Verified · Lic. 8610Memphis, TN
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Installer · TN TDEC · verified 2026-06-25
Emergency Septic Service in Shelby County — FAQ
Who do I call for a septic emergency in Shelby County?
Any licensed septic contractor offering 24/7 service. Verified contractors in Shelby County are listed below — the green badge means we've confirmed an active state license.
Is sewage backup an emergency?
Yes. Sewage indoors is a biohazard and signals the system can't accept water. Stop using water and call for same-day service.
Why did my septic back up after heavy rain?
Heavy rain raises the water table and saturates the drainfield, leaving effluent nowhere to go. It's one of the most common causes of wet-season backups.