“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 · Septic Repair
Septic Repair in Shelby County
Most septic problems in Shelby County are far cheaper to repair early than to ignore.
Septic repair covers everything between a routine pump-out and a full system replacement: a failed pump, a cracked baffle, a broken or root-invaded pipe, or a drainfield that's starting to fail. Caught early, most are modest fixes.
The expensive end is the drainfield. The whole point of catching a repair early — odors, slow drains, a soggy yard — is to fix the system before the drainfield is damaged beyond rehabilitation.
Local conditions in Shelby County
Shelby County's ground shapes the failures we see: Sandy upland sites often percolate well and suit conventional drainfields; alluvial floodplain lots frequently need fill, mounds, or alternative systems because of slow drainage and shallow seasonal water High seasonal water tables drown conventional fields and force raised or pressure-dosed designs; floodplain siting often blocked or requires fill and setbacks
How a repair visit works
- Diagnose the system. The tank is pumped and inspected; a camera or dye test may be used to find the failure.
- Pinpoint the failed part. Pump, baffle, filter, pipe, or drainfield — the specific component is identified before any quote.
- Repair vs. replace. You get an honest call on whether a targeted repair will hold or the component needs replacing.
- Permit if required. Drainfield and structural repairs typically need a county permit.
- Repair and verify. The fix is made and the system is tested to confirm normal flow.
What drives the cost
- Which component failed (a pump is far cheaper than a drainfield)
- Whether a permit is required
- Parts and pump horsepower
- Excavation and access
- How far the problem has progressed
How to choose a pro
- Use a licensed contractor who diagnoses before quoting
- Get an honest repair-vs-replace recommendation
- Make sure drainfield work is permitted
- Ask for the diagnosis in writing
30 septic repair 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
Septic Repair in Shelby County — FAQ
How much do septic repairs cost in Shelby County?
It depends entirely on the part: a pump or baffle repair may run a few hundred dollars, while drainfield repairs reach into the thousands. Diagnosis comes first.
Can a failing drainfield be saved?
Sometimes — rest, jetting, or aeration can rehabilitate a field caught early. Once it's fully clogged, replacement is usually the only fix.
Is it a clog or a drainfield problem?
If a pump-out fixes it for months, it was likely a clog or full tank. If it backs up again within days, the drainfield is the suspect.