Emergency Plumbing Service in Memphis & Jackson, TN
When water is actively damaging your home, sewage is backing up, or a plumbing failure leaves you unable to safely use an essential fixture, waiting for a normal appointment may not be an option. Tim Ferguson Plumbing offers emergency plumbing service in Memphis & Jackson, TN with scheduling available 24/7/365 and a local service history dating back to 1999.
Our team responds to urgent residential and commercial plumbing problems with the goal of controlling the immediate issue and completing the repair needed to get your property back in working order.
Call (731) 424-5555 for emergency plumbing repair in Memphis or Jackson, TN.

Every second you wait, water is finding newer ways into your floor, cabinets, fixtures, and equipment. Don’t gamble with your comfort or investment. Contact Tim Ferguson now!
What Counts as a Plumbing Emergency?
You may need an emergency plumber if:
- A pipe has burst: A broken supply line can release a large amount of water quickly and damage flooring, drywall, cabinets, furniture, and other parts of the building.
- You have a major active leak: Water that cannot be controlled or stopped deserves prompt attention, especially when it is spreading into walls, ceilings, or finished areas.
- Sewage is backing up: Sewage coming through a drain, toilet, tub, or other fixture creates an unsanitary condition that should be addressed quickly.
- A drain is completely blocked: A total blockage can make an important fixture unusable and may lead to overflowing or backups elsewhere.
- Your water pressure suddenly drops throughout the property: A major pressure change can point to a supply line or piping problem that needs professional diagnosis.
- A toilet is overflowing and will not stop: An uncontrolled overflow can damage surrounding flooring and create sanitation concerns.
- Your water heater is leaking heavily: Water escaping from a tank or its connections can quickly spread beyond the equipment area.
- You see signs of hidden water damage: Sagging ceilings, spreading water stains, warped flooring, or peeling finishes may indicate an active plumbing leak out of sight.
If you are unsure how serious the situation is, calling a plumber in Memphis gives you a chance to explain what is happening and determine the appropriate next step.
Our Emergency Plumbing Repair Process
Emergency service begins with understanding the immediate risk. When our plumber arrives, the first priority is identifying the source of the problem and determining what needs to happen to control water, wastewater, or another active issue.
We then diagnose the affected plumbing and explain the repair needed to restore safe, normal operation. Straightforward pricing is discussed before approved work moves ahead. If the emergency reveals aging piping, recurring drainage trouble, or another larger concern that does not need to be addressed immediately, we can explain those findings separately so you can plan the next step without confusing future improvements with the urgent repair.
Trusted Emergency Plumbing Services in Memphis & Jackson
Plumbing emergencies can start at fixtures, appliances, drains, supply lines, or piping hidden inside the property. Our emergency plumbers diagnose the source and focus on stopping damage, restoring essential plumbing functions, and making the appropriate repair.
Emergency services can include:
- Emergency plumbing repair: Address urgent pipe, fixture, valve, connection, and water-supply problems that cannot reasonably wait for a routine appointment.
- Emergency leak repair: Find and repair active leaks, including problems that may be hidden behind walls, above ceilings, or beneath other finished areas.
- Burst pipe repair: Repair damaged piping and determine if a larger section of deteriorated pipe needs attention.
- Severe drain blockage service: Clear drains that have stopped flowing completely or are causing wastewater to back up into the property.
- Overflowing toilet repair: Correct stubborn clogs, fill-valve problems, leaks, or other toilet issues creating an immediate mess or preventing normal use.
- Water heater emergency repair: Diagnose significant leaks, sudden loss of hot water, and other water heater problems that require prompt attention.
- Commercial emergency plumbing: Respond to urgent plumbing failures affecting offices, retail spaces, schools, warehouses, multifamily buildings, houses of worship, and other commercial properties.
Prevent Plumbing Emergencies With the Four Seasons Comfort Club
No maintenance plan can guarantee that a plumbing emergency will never occur, but regular inspections can give you a better chance of finding developing problems before they turn into a flooded room or an unexpected loss of plumbing service. Tim Ferguson’s Four Seasons Comfort Club includes preventive care for plumbing along with HVAC and electrical systems.
Members receive an annual whole-home plumbing inspection that includes a water heater flush and fill. That yearly visit creates an opportunity to check plumbing components and identify concerns that may deserve attention before they become more disruptive. Members also receive front-of-the-line service available 24/7/365, discounts on performed services, and a reduced service-call fee.
Frequently Asked Emergency Plumbing Questions
Should I shut off my home’s water during a major leak?
If you have a major uncontrolled leak and know how to safely operate the main water shutoff, turning off the supply can help reduce additional water damage while you wait for a plumber. Individual fixture valves may be enough for smaller localized leaks.
Is sewage coming up through a shower drain an emergency?
Yes. Sewage or wastewater backing up into a shower, tub, floor drain, or other fixture creates a sanitation concern and may indicate a significant drain or sewer blockage. Avoid using affected plumbing until the problem is evaluated.
What does it mean if my water pressure suddenly disappears throughout the house?
A sudden property-wide pressure loss can involve the water supply, a major leak, valve problems, piping damage, or another plumbing issue. If the change is dramatic and unexpected, professional diagnosis should not be delayed.
Can a leaking water heater become an emergency?
Yes. A small controlled drip and a tank releasing a substantial amount of water are very different situations. Rapid leakage can damage floors and nearby materials, especially when the water heater is installed inside a finished portion of the home.
Is an overflowing toilet always an emergency?
A toilet that stops overflowing once its supply valve is closed may be manageable until a normal appointment. If the overflow cannot be controlled, sewage is involved, multiple fixtures are backing up, or it is the property’s only usable toilet, faster service may be necessary.
Reliable Plumbing Experience Since 1999
Tim Ferguson Plumbing has served Memphis, Jackson, and surrounding Tennessee communities since 1999. Over that time, the company has expanded into HVAC and electrical work while maintaining a plumbing team recognized with the Preferred Plumber seal of approval. Team members undergo background checks before joining the company, helping homeowners know more about the people being sent into their properties.
Tim Ferguson also makes service scheduling available 24/7/365 and allows customers to track their technician once service is on the way. Those policies matter during an emergency, when knowing that help has been scheduled and having visibility into the appointment can make an already stressful plumbing problem easier to manage.
Plumbing Services
- Plumbing
- Plumbing Installation
- Plumbing Repair
- Plumbing Safety Inspections
- Emergency Plumbing
- Drain Cleaning
- Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair
- Leak Detection & Repair
- Piping & Repiping
- Toilet Installation & Repair
- Water Heater Replacement
- Water Heater Repair
- Four Seasons Club
- Tankless Water Heater Services
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Why Tim Ferguson For Emergency Plumbing in Memphis & Jackson?
Fair & Upfront Pricing
We believe that our customers should know exactly what they are paying for and never have to worry if they are being charged more than their neighbors.
On Your Schedule
We make it easy to schedule a service call 24/7/365. When it’s time for your service, you can track your technician so you will know exactly when they’ll arrive.
Highly Qualified Techs
Our team has won American Standard’s Building a Higher Standard Award, and we have seals of approval from Excellent Electrician, Preferred Plumber, & Comfort Qualified.
Versatile Services
Our team has the chops to handle any residential or commercial plumbing repair, HVAC Installation, or water heater service. We’ve seen it all, and we can fix it all.
Emergency Plumbing Across Memphis, Jackson & West Tennessee
Homes are not the only properties that can need fast plumbing help. Businesses, multifamily properties, schools, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and other commercial buildings can also experience leaks, backups, and plumbing failures that interrupt normal operations. When that happens, an experienced plumbing contractor in Jackson can help identify the problem and work toward restoring the affected system.
Home Comfort Wins in Memphis & Jackson
I can’t recommend Tim Ferguson more highly—especially for first time home owners! Scheduling an appointment soon was very easy, and the professionals who came out were wonderful. Pricing is fair and transparent, and the membership is well worth it. I just about paid for my membership on my first visit, and now have routine maintenance visits free of charge.
I’ve had Tim Ferguson Plumbing Air and Electric out to my house numerous times in the last 4 years and their service has been excellent. One service pro in particular Stephen Eaton. Stephen has always been honest with me and made me feel very confident that the work he was doing (repair or general maintenance) was what was needed on my old heat pump. TF has gotten me a few more years than I expected from a 20 yr old system. They will be installing my new one and look forward to their service for the coming years. Thanks guys.
We have been members of the Tim Ferguson Four Seasons Club for several years. They have completed everything from annual HVAC tuneup to large projects like re-wiring our entire kitchen. The quality of work is excellent and their ability to complete work is a timely manner is very appreciated. What I most appreciate about them is their dedication to customer satisfaction. Scheduling is easy. The person coming out to the house has always arrived during their time frame, and they have always called to give a courtesy notice that they are on the way. Highly recommend using them for any of their services!
Get Emergency Plumbing Repair in Memphis & Jackson, TN
An uncontrolled leak or sewage backup can cause considerably more damage in a few hours than a normal plumbing problem might cause in weeks. Knowing when a situation deserves emergency attention gives you a better chance to limit damage and restore essential plumbing sooner.
Tim Ferguson Plumbing offers emergency plumbing service for urgent leaks, burst pipes, blocked drains, overflowing fixtures, water heater problems, and other plumbing failures that should not be left until later.
Call (731) 424-5555 now for emergency plumbing service in Memphis or Jackson, TN.





