Cost to Basement Support Column Replacement in Memphis, TN

$1,230–$3,280 in Memphis

18% below the national average · 0.82x cost multiplier

Expect to pay $1,230–$3,280 for a basement support column replacement in Memphis, about 18% below the national benchmark. The Southeast region's contractor market and material costs account for most of this difference. The detailed breakdown below shows how budget, mid-range, and premium projects compare at Memphis prices.

Cost Breakdown in Memphis

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Materials	$164	$410	$984
Labor	$492	$984	$2,050
Permits	$82	$123	$246
Total	$738-18% vs. national avg	$1,681-18% vs. national avg	$3,690-18% vs. national avg

Budget

Single adjustable steel lally column replacement, existing footing in good condition

Mid-Range

1-2 column replacements with new concrete footings, structural engineering review

Premium

Multiple column replacements, new footings, beam upgrades, decorative column wraps, engineered plans

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Memphis may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Adjustable Steel Lally Column	$50-$150/column	Most common, adjustable height, affordable, proven reliability	Industrial appearance, may rust if exposed to moisture	Unfinished basements, standard replacementsMost common, adjustable height, affordable, proven reliability
Permanent Steel Column (Concrete-Filled)	$100-$250/column	Stronger than adjustable, no moving parts, permanent solution	Cannot be adjusted after installation, more expensive	Permanent installations, higher load requirementsStronger than adjustable, no moving parts, permanent solution
Structural Wood Post (6x6 or larger)	$75-$200/column	Easy to work with, can be stained or painted, traditional look	Susceptible to moisture damage, insects, not as strong as steel	Finished basements where appearance matters, lower loadsEasy to work with, can be stained or painted, traditional look
Decorative Column Wrap (over steel)	$150-$500/column	Hides the steel column, matches finished basement aesthetics, various styles	Additional cost, doesn't add structural value, adds column diameter	Finished basements, columns in living spacesHides the steel column, matches finished basement aesthetics, various styles

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Memphis Estimate

Typical Range

$1,230–$3,280

vs. National Average

18% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.82x

Estimates apply Memphis's 0.82x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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