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Sump Pump Installation & Discharge in Memphis, TN

A sump pump is only as good as its discharge line. Shelby Yard installs submersible sump pumps and routes discharge piping away from your foundation to a proper outlet — so water pumped out stays out.

Typical project range
$800–$3,000
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What Is a Sump Pump System?

A sump pump system collects groundwater in a pit beneath your basement floor and pumps it out through a discharge line routed safely away from the foundation. It is the last line of defense against basement flooding.

  • Removes groundwater before it floods your basement
  • Proper discharge routing prevents water from cycling back
  • Battery backup keeps the pump running during power outages
  • Protects stored belongings, HVAC equipment, and finished spaces
  • Required by many foundation warranty programs

Our Installation Process

1

Pit Location & Sizing

Determine lowest point, size the pit for your water table conditions

2

Excavation & Basin

Excavate and set the sump basin with proper gravel bed and liner

3

Pump & Plumbing

Install submersible pump, check valve, and discharge pipe through rim joist

4

Discharge Routing

Route buried discharge line 10–20 ft from foundation to safe daylight outlet

Pricing

Flat-rate estimates after a free on-site assessment. No surprise charges.

Basic Sump Pump Install

Submersible pump, basin, and short discharge line

$800–$1,400
  • 1/3 HP submersible pump
  • Check valve included
  • Discharge to grade, 10 ft minimum
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Most Popular

Pump + Buried Discharge

Full install with buried discharge line routed to proper outlet

$1,400–$2,200
  • Buried PVC discharge line 15–30 ft
  • Pop-up emitter at outlet
  • Grade restored after trenching
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System + Battery Backup

Complete system with backup pump for power-outage protection

$2,200–$3,000
  • Primary + battery backup pump
  • High-water alarm
  • Ideal for Memphis storm season
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Why Choose Shelby Yard?

Drainage-First Approach

We pair sump systems with grading and exterior drainage to stop water at the source — not just react to it.

Proper Discharge, Every Time

We code-compliant route discharge away from foundations and neighboring lots — no illegal sewer tie-ins, ever.

Memphis Weather Experts

With 54+ inches of annual rainfall, we size every system for worst-case storm events, not just average conditions.

Service Areas

We install sump pump systems throughout the greater Memphis metro area.

Memphis
Germantown
Collierville
Bartlett
Cordova
East Memphis

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Keep Your Basement Dry?

Get a free on-site estimate for sump pump installation and discharge routing. No obligation, no pressure — just an honest look at your drainage situation.

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