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Plumbing in Memphis, TN

Compare 8 local plumbing pros. Typical service: $138–$322.

Top Plumbing Companies in Memphis

  1. 1.Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

    4.8★ (504 reviews)

    4.8★ from 504 reviews

  2. 2.Royle Plumbing

    5.0★ (167 reviews)

    5.0★ from 167 reviews

  3. 3.Bill Brown Plumbing Co

    4.6★ (10 reviews)

    4.6★ from 10 reviews

  4. 4.Mid-South Plumbing Co

    3.6★ (7 reviews)

    3.6★ from 7 reviews

  5. 5.Wagner Plumbing & Heating Co

    3.7★ (3 reviews)

    3.7★ from 3 reviews

  6. 6.H and D Plumbing

    2.6★ (5 reviews)

    2.6★ from 5 reviews

  7. 7.Cordova Plumbing

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  8. 8.Emergency Plumbing

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

Plumbing Cost in Memphis

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Memphis
Drain clearing$138–$322/job
Leak repair$138–$460/job
Water heater replacement$1,104–$2,300/job
Repiping$2,760–$7,360/job

Plumbing prices in Memphis run about 8% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 8 companies serving Memphis, rated 3.8★ on average across 698 customer reviews.

Memphis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Memphis's weather means for scheduling plumbing.

Last spring frost
March 17
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
53.68"
Heating degree days
2,965
Cooling degree days
2,258
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan32.6°49.8°3.98"
Feb36.3°54.7°4.39"
Mar44.1°63.9°5.16"
Apr52.9°73°5.5"
May62.2°81.2°5.25"
Jun70.3°88.9°3.63"
Jul73.8°91.6°4.59"
Aug72.7°91.3°2.88"
Sep65.2°85.1°3.09"
Oct53.8°74.4°3.98"
Nov43.7°62.6°5.49"
Dec35.1°52.1°5.74"

NOAA station data 3.79 miles from Memphis.

Permits & Regulations in TN

Permit typically required

  • Plumbing falls under the CMC-A Plumbing and Gas Piping classification of the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors
  • A full contractor license is required once the plumbing portion of a project reaches $25,000 including materials, equipment and labor
  • Projects under $25,000 may instead require the state Limited Licensed Plumber credential, plus local permits and inspection

License required: Tennessee CMC-A contractor license ($25,000+) or Limited Licensed Plumber

Sources: www.tn.gov

Plumbing FAQs for Memphis

How much does a plumber cost in Memphis?

Drain clearing in Memphis typically runs $138-$322 per job.

Do I need a licensed plumber in Memphis, TN?

In TN, Plumbing falls under the CMC-A Plumbing and Gas Piping classification of the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors. Confirm the scope with the Memphis building department before work starts.

How many plumbers serve Memphis?

We track 8 plumbing professionals serving Memphis.

Do pipes freeze in Memphis?

Winter lows in Memphis average around 33F, which is what decides whether exposed and exterior pipes here need insulating.

Is plumbing work in Memphis more expensive than the national average?

Plumbing in Memphis runs about -8% versus the national average.

Does Memphis rainfall affect drains and sewer lines?

At 53.68 inches a year, Memphis yards put real load on exterior drains, and heavy rain is usually when a root-blocked sewer line makes itself known.

How much do Memphis water heaters have to work?

With 2,965 heating degree days, incoming water in Memphis runs cold for a good part of the year, which is why water heater sizing matters more here than the tank label suggests.

When should I winterize plumbing in Memphis?

Before the first frost around November 15 in Memphis — hose bibs and irrigation lines are the usual first casualties.