Plumbing emergency · Clarksville, TN
Emergency Plumbing in Clarksville, TN
For a burst pipe, major leak or sewage backup in Clarksville, shut off the water first, then call. Problems on the street side of the meter go to City of Clarksville; anything on your side goes to a licensed plumber, and we connect you with one.
By calling, you agree to be connected with an independent plumbing contractor serving your area. Calls may be recorded for quality and training. The call and referral are free, and you are never obligated to hire.- Licensed local plumbers
- Free call and referral
- You approve the quote first
Call now for
- Burst pipes
- Major leaks
- Sewage backups
- Overflowing toilets
- Leaking water heaters
Emergency plumbing services in Clarksville
- Burst Pipe RepairStopping and repairing burst or split pipes.
- Sewer BackupSewage coming up through floor drains, tubs or toilets.
- Water Heater RepairNo hot water, leaking tank, strange noises or uneven temperature.
- Leak DetectionHidden leaks behind walls, ceilings or floors, or a bill that suddenly jumps.
- Frozen Pipe RepairThawing frozen lines safely and fixing freeze damage.
- Sump Pump Repair and InstallationSump pumps that fail, run constantly or need replacing.
Emergencies we connect you with help for
- Burst or split pipes
- Water leaking through a ceiling
- Sewage backing up into drains
- An overflowing toilet that won't stop
- A water heater leaking from the tank
- No water in the house
Emergencies most likely in Clarksville homes
- Freezes are occasional in Clarksville, which is exactly why they cause damage: pipes in attics, exterior walls and outdoor spigots often aren't protected. In a cold snap, know where your main shutoff is before you need it.
- Winter cold snaps freeze pipes in crawlspaces and exterior walls.
- Typical home built
- 1999
- Homes before 1980
- 25%
- Winter freezes
- Occasional hard freezes
The first five minutes
- 1Shut off the waterMain shutoff, or the fixture's own valve.
- 2Cut power near waterOnly from a dry spot.
- 3Gas smell: leave firstCall the gas utility or 911 from outside.
- 4Call and describe itSay what failed and when.
What affects the price
The plumbing company sets the price after seeing the job; ask for it in writing before work starts.
- Time of day, weekends and holidays
- What failed and how much water got out
- Access to the pipe or fixture
- Whether a temporary fix or a full repair is done first
- Parts the plumber has to source
Plumbing work we connect Clarksville homeowners with
Sewer BackupSewage coming up through floor drains, tubs or toilets. Water Heater RepairNo hot water, leaking tank, strange noises or uneven temperature. Leak DetectionHidden leaks behind walls, ceilings or floors, or a bill that suddenly jumps. Frozen Pipe RepairThawing frozen lines safely and fixing freeze damage. Sump Pump Repair and InstallationSump pumps that fail, run constantly or need replacing.
Emergency Plumbing in Clarksville: questions
What is the after-hours emergency number for Clarksville Gas and Water?
Call 931-645-0116 for after-hours water emergencies in Clarksville, including weekends and holidays. For gas leaks call 931-645-7422, or 911 for a strong odor, then a plumber for in-home repairs.
Who fixes a water main break on my street in Clarksville?
City of Clarksville handles mains and the service line up to the meter. A plumber handles the line from the meter to the house and everything inside.
What should I do if a pipe bursts during a Clarksville freeze?
Close the main shutoff, open the faucets to drain the lines, and keep heat on. Because freezes are occasional in Clarksville, many homes have pipes in attics or exterior walls; those are the usual breaks.
Are older Clarksville homes more likely to have plumbing emergencies?
Age matters: the median Clarksville home was built in 1999 and 25% predate 1980. Homes of that era typically have PEX or CPVC supply and PVC or ABS drains.
Is frozen pipe repair a common emergency in Clarksville?
Winter cold snaps freeze pipes in crawlspaces and exterior walls.
Emergency Plumbing near Clarksville
More plumbing services in Clarksville
- Sewer Line Repair in Clarksville, TNSewer Line Repair in Clarksville, TN: older laterals near downtown crack in rocky, shifting ground.
- Water Heater Repair in Clarksville, TNWater Heater Repair in Clarksville, TN: limestone-region water leaves scale in tanks over time.
- Frozen Pipe Repair in Clarksville, TNFrozen Pipe Repair in Clarksville, TN: winter cold snaps freeze pipes in crawlspaces and exterior walls.
- All plumbing services in ClarksvilleEvery plumbing service available to Clarksville homes.
Local rules and details for Clarksville
Who to call in Clarksville
Leaks on the street side of the water meter, a broken main or no water on the whole street are for the water utility: in Clarksville that is City of Clarksville. Check its website or your water bill for its emergency line.
Leaks, backups and failures on your side of the meter, inside the house or in your sewer lateral, are a plumber's job. Call us and we connect you with an independent, licensed plumbing company that handles emergency calls in Clarksville; when they can arrive depends on that company and the time of day.
Reporting a water emergency in Clarksville
- Clarksville Gas and Water lists its main line as 931-645-7400 or toll free 888-800-4020, staffed Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For emergencies after hours, from 4:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. weekdays and all day on weekends and holidays, call 931-645-0116. Gas leaks are reported at 931-645-7422, and a very strong gas odor warrants calling 911. [3]
Other common plumbing calls in Clarksville
- Water Heater Repair: limestone-region water leaves scale in tanks over time.
- Sewer Line Repair: older laterals near downtown crack in rocky, shifting ground.
Clarksville facts behind this page
- Clarksville Gas & Water draws its source water from the lower Cumberland River; the South Clarksville Water Treatment Plant, first built in 1951, is a membrane filtration facility rated at 30 million gallons a day, and a North Clarksville plant on Barge Point Road was built to add capacity. [1]
- The median home in Clarksville was built in 1999. [2]
- About 25% of Clarksville's housing units were built before 1980, the era of galvanized steel supply pipe, cast iron drains and clay sewer laterals. [2]
- Clarksville Gas and Water lists its main line as 931-645-7400 or toll free 888-800-4020, staffed Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For emergencies after hours, from 4:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. weekdays and all day on weekends and holidays, call 931-645-0116. Gas leaks are reported at 931-645-7422, and a very strong gas odor warrants calling 911. [3]
Sources (3)
- City of Clarksville, Water · checked 2026-10-04
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01
- City of Clarksville Gas and Water, Contact Information · checked 2026-10-20