Best Septic System Installation in Memphis, TN

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Guys Discount Pumping Septic

4.1 ★ (14 reviews)

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8 ★ (494 reviews)

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National Economy Plumbers

4.6 ★ (137 reviews)

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Guys Discount Pumping Septic

198 Adams Ave, Memphis, TN 38103

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours

4.1 ★

14 reviews

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

254 Court Ave Ste 107, Memphis, TN 38103

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours

4.8 ★

494 reviews

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National Economy Plumbers

2114 Southern Ave, Memphis, TN 38114

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours

4.6 ★

137 reviews

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Choate's Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing And Electrical - Memphis

2526 Sam Cooper Blvd, Memphis, TN 38112

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours

4.7 ★

527 reviews

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Jim's Tank Service

427 Dacus Rd, Marion, AR 72364

4 ★

13 reviews

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Memphis Septic Tank Pumping

1800 Winchester Rd #12, Memphis, TN 38116

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Rooter-Man

5075 Macon Rd, Memphis, TN 38122

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Closed

4.8 ★

87 reviews

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AAA Pumping Services

2778 Shelby St, Memphis, TN 38134

5 ★

3 reviews

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Memphis Sewer and Water, LLC

6770 Whitten Pl, Memphis, TN 38133

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed

5 ★

114 reviews

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All In One Services

1651 Dancy Blvd #4b, Horn Lake, MS 38637

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed

4.6 ★

30 reviews

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A-1 Septic Tank & Drain Services

Walls, MS 38680, USA

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Sunday: Closed

4.3 ★

6 reviews

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Quick Fix Septic

3242 Players Club Cir, Memphis, TN 38125

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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Memphis

9400 Macon Rd, Cordova, TN 38016

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours

4.8 ★

1583 reviews

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Mid South Septic, A Wind River Company

11284 Gulf Stream Rd, Arlington, TN 38002

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours

4.6 ★

279 reviews

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Drain Go Plumbing

6883 TN-14, Brighton, TN 38011

Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Sunday: Closed

4.7 ★

2402 reviews

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ABC Plumbing & Septic Service

741 Lee Creek Rd, Byhalia, MS 38611

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed

4.8 ★

54 reviews

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Prodigy Plumbing, LLC

71 Preston Cir, Brighton, TN 38011

Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours

4.7 ★

61 reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a new septic system cost in Tennessee?

A conventional septic system in Tennessee typically costs $15,000 to $30,000, significantly higher than the national average due to TN's complex permitting process, soil conditions, and labor costs. Alternative systems (mound systems, drip irrigation, aerobic treatment units, and other engineered SSDS designs) required by site conditions and Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-48-01 in many areas cost even more.

What permits are needed for septic installation in Tennessee?

You need an approved site/soil evaluation and a Subsurface Sewage Disposal System (SSDS) construction permit from your county environmental health program (local health department or other local permitting authority) before installation. All design and construction must comply with Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-48-01 and T.C.A. Title 68, Chapter 221, Part 4 under TDEC's statewide SSDS program. Sites with poor soils, small lots, or sensitive setbacks may also require an engineer-designed system or TDEC-reviewed alternatives. The permitting process often takes several weeks to a few months depending on workload and site complexity.

How long does septic system installation take in Tennessee?

The physical installation usually takes 3-7 days for a conventional system. However, the entire process from initial soil testing through final inspection can take 3-6 months in Tennessee due to the comprehensive permitting requirements.

What type of septic system do I need in Tennessee?

The system type is largely determined by your site/soil evaluation, lot layout, and setback requirements in Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-48-01, applied by your county environmental health program (local SSDS permitting) with TDEC oversight of the statewide program. Soil percolation or comparable soil/site data, water-table conditions, and distance to wells and surface water steer whether a conventional trench system is allowed or an alternative (e.g., pressure distribution, mound, or treatment unit) is required. Many Tennessee properties need engineered or alternative systems because of high water tables, slowly permeable soils, or tight lots.

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