Catch Basin Installation Memphis TN
Professional catch basin systems for superior surface water management. Prevent flooding with strategic drainage solutions.
What is a Catch Basin System?
A catch basin is a drainage structure designed to collect surface water runoff and channel it into underground drainage pipes. These systems are essential for:
Catch Basin Benefits
Immediate Water Collection
Captures surface water before it causes problems
Easy Maintenance
Simple cleaning and inspection access
Durable Construction
Built to withstand Memphis weather conditions
Professional Catch Basin Installation Process
Site Assessment
Evaluate water flow patterns and determine optimal placement
Excavation
Precise digging for catch basin and connecting pipes
Installation
Install basin, grate, and connect to drainage system
Testing
Test water flow and ensure proper drainage function
Catch Basin Solutions We Install
Standard Catch Basin
Basic surface water collection for driveways and walkways
- Concrete or plastic construction
- Standard grate cover
- Basic filtration
Heavy-Duty System
Enhanced capacity for high-volume water management
- Reinforced concrete construction
- Load-rated grate
- Advanced filtration system
Commercial Grade
Large-scale drainage for commercial properties
- Heavy-duty construction
- Multiple inlet design
- Professional maintenance plan
Why Choose Shelby Yard for Catch Basin Installation?
Memphis Clay Soil Expertise
Specialized knowledge of local soil conditions and drainage challenges
Quality Materials
Commercial-grade catch basins built to withstand Memphis weather
Fast Installation
Most catch basin projects completed in 1 day with minimal disruption
Looking for Catch Basin Installation Near You?
We install catch basins throughout the Memphis metro. Choose your city for local drainage conditions and the problems we see most there.
Memphis
All districts and neighborhoods
Germantown
Residential and commercial properties
Collierville
New construction and retrofits
Bartlett
Drainage solutions for all property types
Cordova
Driveway and low-spot basins
East Memphis
Older yards with failing basins
Lakeland
New-build grading corrections
Arlington
Large lots and rural drives
Engineering-Backed Design
Catch basin placement and sizing require understanding how water moves across a specific property. We map the low points, measure the elevation drop and account for the slow infiltration of the clay-heavy soils found throughout Shelby County — so basins are sized and sited for the water they actually have to carry. Shelby Yard is an NDS Certified Professional Drainage Contractor.
Learn about our design approach →Catch Basin Installation: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a catch basin contractor near me in Memphis?
Ask how they size the basin and where the outlet pipe is going — those two decisions are what make a basin work or back up. Shelby Yard is an NDS Certified Professional Drainage Contractor covering Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, Bartlett, Cordova and East Memphis, and we assess the low spot on site for free before quoting.
How much does catch basin installation cost in Memphis?
A single basin with a short outlet run is typically $500–$1,200. A multi-basin system tying two or more low spots together runs $1,200–$2,500. Larger commercial or heavily engineered systems start around $2,500. Every quote includes the assessment, materials, installation and a 1-year warranty.
How long does it take to install a catch basin?
Most catch basin installations are finished in a single day with minimal disruption to the yard. Multi-basin systems with longer pipe runs can take two days.
Do I need a catch basin or a French drain?
A catch basin collects water that pools in one defined low spot — the bottom of a driveway, a dip in the lawn, the base of a downspout. A French drain intercepts water spread across a broad area or moving along a slope. Many Memphis yards need both. If you are not sure which applies, our assessment will tell you.
Why do catch basins fail in Memphis?
Three reasons dominate here: the basin was undersized for the volume of water reaching it, the outlet pipe lost its fall as the clay soil shifted, or silt and leaf debris built up because nobody cleaned it. Memphis's Peoria loess clay moves seasonally, which is why outlet slope matters more here than in stable soils.
Do you replace existing catch basins too?
Yes. If your basin is cracked, sunken below grade, or the connected pipe has separated, see our catch basin replacement and repair service — we camera-inspect the connected pipe as part of every replacement.
Need an existing basin fixed instead? See catch basin replacement & repair.
Ready to Install Your Catch Basin System?
Get professional catch basin installation that prevents flooding and protects your property. Free quotes available.
Other Drainage Services We Provide
Most Memphis yards need more than one fix. Our free assessment tells you which of these your property actually needs.
French Drain Installation
Intercept water moving across a slope or spread over a broad wet area.
Catch Basin Replacement
Cracked, sunken, or clogged basin replaced with a commercial-grade unit.
Downspout Drainage
Move roof runoff away from the foundation instead of dumping it at the wall.
Foundation Drainage
Exterior drainage that keeps water off the foundation and out of the crawlspace.
Landscape Grading
Reshape the yard so water runs away from the house on its own.
Sump Pump Discharge
Route pump discharge to a safe outlet so it stops recycling back to the house.
Areas we serve
Serving Memphis and Shelby County — find drainage help near you: