Plumber in Donner Lake, CA

Donner Lake has a character all its own — a smaller, quieter lake than Tahoe, tucked into the mountains west of Truckee with a mix of full-time residents and vacation homes. The cold microclimate here is no secret: the lake sits in a bowl that holds cold air, and winters can be harsh. Brimer Plumbing serves the California side of Tahoe and Truckee, and Donner Lake’s unique conditions are exactly what we’re built for.

Frozen and burst pipes are a reality in Donner Lake. When temperatures drop and a home sits empty, pipes in crawl spaces, exterior walls, and unheated areas are vulnerable. We respond to burst pipe emergencies, provide safe thawing when lines freeze but haven’t yet burst, and offer winterization for seasonal properties. Smart leak shutoff systems add another layer of protection — detecting freeze risk and unusual water use before damage occurs.

Water heaters here face cold inlet water and altitude. We service and replace both tank and tankless systems with proper sizing and maintenance for mountain conditions. Gas work — ranges, fireplaces, outdoor grills — is common in these homes, and we handle installations, leak detection, and seasonal shutoff and restart with care and code compliance.

Serving the California side of Tahoe and Truckee, we’re here for Donner Lake — for emergencies, routine maintenance, and the upgrades that keep your mountain home reliable year-round.