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Frozen Pipe Repair in Memphis, TN
Occasional hard freezes catch pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls that weren't built for cold. Call to be connected with an independent, licensed plumber who handles frozen pipe repair in Memphis; they diagnose the problem and quote the work before starting.
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Common signs
- No water at a faucet in freezing weather
- frost on a pipe
Frozen Pipe Repair services in Memphis
Problems frozen pipe repair fixes
- No water at a faucet during a freeze
- Frost on an exposed pipe
- A split pipe once it thaws
- Pipes in exterior walls, attics or crawlspaces that freeze every winter
Why frozen pipe repair comes up in Memphis
Occasional hard freezes catch pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls that weren't built for cold.
Older construction makes freezing more likely: 64% of Memphis's housing predates 1980, when pipes were often run through exterior walls, crawlspaces and unheated garages with little insulation.
- Typical home built
- 1971
- Homes before 1980
- 64%
- Winter freezes
- Occasional hard freezes
How the work is done
- 1Shut off and assessClose the main if a pipe split; find the frozen section.
- 2Thaw safelyGentle heat with the faucet open, never a torch.
- 3Repair splitsCut out and replace the damaged section.
- 4Prevent repeatsInsulate, reroute or add heat tape to pipes that freeze.
What affects the price
The plumbing company sets the price after seeing the job; ask for it in writing before work starts.
- How many sections froze or split
- Access to the pipe
- Water damage to repair
- Insulation or rerouting
- Emergency timing
Plumbing work we connect Memphis homeowners with
Frozen Pipe Repair in Memphis: questions
Who do I call in Memphis if a frozen pipe bursts?
Call MLGW at 528-4465 to have the water turned off, or shut it off at the street with a meter key.
How do I protect a vacant Memphis property from frozen pipes?
MLGW asks vacant property owners to turn off the water at the street and call 544-6549 if they need help.
What should I do after a thaw if I find a leak in Memphis?
MLGW asks customers to shut off water at the street and call 528-4465 if they need assistance.
Why is frozen pipe repair a common call in Memphis?
Occasional hard freezes catch pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls that weren't built for cold.
How old are most homes in Memphis?
The median home in Memphis was built in 1971, and 64% of homes were built before 1980 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey).
Who can thaw a frozen pipe in Memphis?
A plumber can thaw the line safely, check it for cracks and repair any split section before water damage spreads. In Memphis: occasional hard freezes catch pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls that weren't built for cold.
Frozen Pipe Repair near Memphis
More plumbing services in Memphis
- Sewer Line Repair in Memphis, TNSewer Line Repair in Memphis, TN: about two-thirds of homes predate 1980, and older clay and cast iron laterals crack and let roots in.
- Sewer Backup Cleanup in Memphis, TNSewer Backup Cleanup in Memphis, TN: heavy storms can overwhelm sewers and push water back into low drains.
- All plumbing services in MemphisEvery plumbing service available to Memphis homes.
Local rules and details for Memphis
Memphis facts behind this page
- The median home in Memphis was built in 1971. [1]
- About 64% of Memphis's housing units were built before 1980, the era of galvanized steel supply pipe, cast iron drains and clay sewer laterals. [1]
- Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) considers burst pipes an emergency; customers can call 528-4465 to have water turned off, though crews may take time to respond depending on demand. MLGW advises knowing where the main shutoff is inside the home and, if pipes burst, cutting off water at the street using a meter key, available at hardware stores. [2]
- MLGW asks customers to let faucets drip, open cabinet doors and insulate outdoor pipes while temperatures stay below freezing. Owners of vacant properties should turn off the water at the street and can call MLGW at 544-6549 for assistance. [2]
- After a January 2024 freeze, MLGW asked owners of unoccupied property to check for leaks, including irrigation systems, and to shut off water at the street if leaks were found. Customers can call 528-4465 for help or if they see water coming from the street, a home or a building. [3]
Memphis rules and programs for frozen pipe repair
- Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) considers burst pipes an emergency; customers can call 528-4465 to have water turned off, though crews may take time to respond depending on demand. MLGW advises knowing where the main shutoff is inside the home and, if pipes burst, cutting off water at the street using a meter key, available at hardware stores. [2]
- MLGW asks customers to let faucets drip, open cabinet doors and insulate outdoor pipes while temperatures stay below freezing. Owners of vacant properties should turn off the water at the street and can call MLGW at 544-6549 for assistance. [2]
- After a January 2024 freeze, MLGW asked owners of unoccupied property to check for leaks, including irrigation systems, and to shut off water at the street if leaks were found. Customers can call 528-4465 for help or if they see water coming from the street, a home or a building. [3]
Other common plumbing calls in Memphis
- Sewer Line Repair: about two-thirds of homes predate 1980, and older clay and cast iron laterals crack and let roots in.
- Sewer Backup: heavy storms can overwhelm sewers and push water back into low drains.
Safety first
Never use an open flame; split pipe means main valve off.
Sources (3)
- U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (B25035) · checked 2026-10-01
- Memphis Light, Gas and Water, MLGW provides steps to protect pipes from freezing temperatures (Jan. 11, 2024) · checked 2026-10-19
- Memphis Light, Gas and Water, MLGW addresses frozen pipes (Jan. 17, 2024) · checked 2026-10-19