As the largest city in East Tennessee and the heart of Knox County, Knoxville is home to a wide mix of historic bungalows in Old North, mid-century ranches in Bearden, and new construction in Hardin Valley. That diversity of housing means we see everything from cast-iron drains in 1920s homes to PEX manifolds in brand-new builds.
We've been answering calls in Knoxville for over two decades. Whether you're dealing with a sudden leak, a failing water heater, or a sewer backup that won't quit, our crews know the homes here, the soil here, and the code here. That local knowledge is the difference between a quick fix and a callback two weeks later.
Why Homeowners in Knoxville Choose Hicks Services
Licensed & insured in Tennessee
Every job in Knoxville is performed by a properly licensed plumber. We carry full insurance so you're protected on every visit.
24/7 emergency response
Burst pipes don't wait for business hours. We answer the phone day and night for Knoxville emergencies.
Two decades of local experience
We've worked on every kind of property in Knox County, from historic homes to brand-new construction.
Upfront, honest pricing
You'll know the price before we start the work — no surprise add-ons, no hourly clock running.
Our Plumbing Process in Knoxville
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Call and quick diagnosis
When you call us from Knoxville, we ask the right questions to understand the problem before we ever roll a truck — saving you a trip charge when we can solve it over the phone.
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On-site inspection
Our plumber arrives in a marked truck, walks the property with you, and identifies the root cause — not just the symptom.
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Upfront written estimate
Before any work begins, you get a flat-rate price in writing. You decide whether to proceed.
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Clean, code-compliant repair
We protect your floors, work cleanly, and leave the job site better than we found it. Every repair meets Knox County code.
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Warranty and follow-up
Our work is backed by a written warranty. If something isn't right, we come back at no charge.
Common Plumbing Problems in Knoxville
Every community has its own quirks. Here's what we see most often working in Knoxville:
Older homes downtown often have galvanized supply lines that corrode and reduce water pressure
Clay soil expansion during dry summers stresses sewer laterals and shifts old pipe joints
Hard groundwater accelerates scale buildup inside tank water heaters
The mix of 1920s craftsman, mid-century ranch, and modern subdivisions you'll find around University of Tennessee and along I-40 each present their own plumbing realities, and we tailor our approach accordingly.
Plumbing Services We Offer in Knoxville
water heater replacement in Knoxville
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tankless water heater installation in Knoxville
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drain cleaning in Knoxville
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hydro jetting in Knoxville
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sewer line repair in Knoxville
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leak detection in Knoxville
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toilet repair and installation in Knoxville
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video camera inspections in Knoxville
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residential plumbing in Knoxville
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commercial plumbing in Knoxville
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We also serve nearby areas like Farragut, Powell, Alcoa. See our full service area.