Frozen Pipe Repair in Mississippi
Mississippi does not freeze often — which is exactly why it freezes badly when it does. Pipes in crawlspaces and exterior walls are rarely insulated for sustained cold, and a single cold night is enough. As an emergency plumber in Mississippi, we thaw frozen pipes and repairs burst ones, 24/7. Call (662) 550-8213.
Frozen pipe or burst pipe?
A frozen pipe is a pipe with ice blocking the water — no water at a faucet, or a faucet that trickles. A burst pipe is a pipe that has split under the pressure of the ice, and it may not leak until the ice thaws. If you have no water at a faucet on a cold morning, treat it as an emergency either way. Our frozen pipes guide for Mississippi covers the difference and what to do in each case.
Safe thawing — and what not to do
Safe thawing uses gentle, even heat: a hair dryer, a heating pad, or warm towels, working from the faucet back toward the frozen section, with the faucet open so water can flow as the ice melts. Never use an open flame, a blowtorch, or a heat gun on high — that is how pipes burst and how fires start. If you cannot find the frozen section, or the pipe is in a wall or crawlspace you cannot reach safely, call a professional rather than forcing it.
Why DeSoto County freezes
DeSoto County homes commonly have crawlspaces and slab foundations, with water lines running through unheated spaces and along exterior walls. A cold snap with overnight lows in the teens or twenties is enough to freeze an exposed line — especially a line that has never been insulated because Mississippi winters are usually mild. The DeSoto freeze guide covers which homes are most at risk and how to protect them.
If the pipe has already burst
Shut off the main water valve, open a faucet to relieve pressure, and call (662) 550-8213. Do not wait for the thaw to see whether it leaks — a burst pipe releases water fast once the ice clears. Typical burst pipe repair runs $300–$1,500. See our burst pipe repair page and the first-10-minutes checklist.
Preventing the next freeze
Insulate exposed pipes in crawlspaces, garages, and exterior walls. Seal gaps where cold air enters. On a freezing night, open cabinet doors under sinks on exterior walls and let a faucet drip slowly — moving water freezes more slowly than still water. Know where your main shut-off valve is before you need it.
Typical cost
| Work | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Burst pipe repair | $300–$1,500 |
| Emergency / after-hours call-out | $150–$350 |
| Pipe replacement | $75–$150 per foot |
Ranges are typical ranges from a published Southaven pricing guide, not fixed quotes.
How It Works
When you call (662) 550-8213, a local emergency plumber will help with your problem — day or night, weekends and holidays included.
There is one number for the whole service. Tell us what is happening — a burst pipe, a sewer backup, a leaking water heater — and we will get the right help to you. We will explain the work and the cost before starting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if my pipes freeze?
Open the affected faucet, then apply gentle heat — a hair dryer or warm towels — working from the faucet back. Never use an open flame. If you cannot find the frozen section or the pipe may have burst, call (662) 550-8213.
Should I let faucets drip in a freeze?
Yes, on a freezing night a slow drip from a faucet on an exterior wall helps — moving water freezes more slowly than still water. Open the cabinet doors under the sink too, so warm air reaches the pipes.
How cold does it have to be for pipes to freeze?
Pipes in unheated crawlspaces and exterior walls can freeze when overnight temperatures drop into the twenties or below, especially if the cold lasts more than a few hours. Wind makes it worse.
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