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When water threatens your mountain home, you need more than quick fixes. You need complete protection that stops damage in its tracks and prevents future disasters.
Our water leak detection services in Carnelian Bay identify problems before they become catastrophes. No more scrambling with towels and buckets while water pours through your ceiling. No more cold showers because your system failed on a Sunday morning.
You get immediate response, expert diagnosis, and repairs that actually last. Your vacation rental stays booked. Your family stays comfortable. Your property value stays protected.
CG Plumbing isn’t some big chain that parachutes in from Sacramento. We’re your neighbors, dealing with the same mountain weather and seasonal challenges you face every day.
We’ve been fixing water leak problems around Carnelian Bay and the greater Lake Tahoe area for years. We know which pipes freeze first when temperatures drop. We understand how vacation rental plumbing gets abused, and we’ve seen every type of mountain home setup you can imagine.
That local knowledge matters when you’re dealing with a plumbing emergency at 7 PM on a Friday night in January. We’re fully licensed, bonded, and insured throughout California, with fair pricing that doesn’t include tourist markup.
First, you call us and actually reach a real person who can help. We ask the right questions to understand your situation and give you a realistic timeframe for getting there.
Our trucks arrive stocked with the parts and tools needed for most common emergency repairs. We diagnose the problem quickly using professional-grade leak detection equipment, then explain exactly what’s wrong and what it’ll cost to fix before we start any work.
We fix the immediate problem first to stop ongoing damage, then address the underlying issue. Most emergency repairs are completed the same day. When we’re done, we clean up our mess, test everything to make sure it’s working properly, and walk you through basic prevention steps if you’re seasonal.
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We handle the full range of water leak issues that hit Carnelian Bay properties. Frozen pipes, burst water lines, failed water heaters, hidden leaks behind walls, and aging pipe systems that need replacement.
Mountain properties face unique challenges. Ice dams on roofs, frozen plumbing in crawl spaces, and poor drainage around homes can all lead to serious water intrusion. Heavy snowfall and snowmelt create conditions that most plumbers don’t understand.
Vacation rental owners get priority service with fast turnarounds between guests. We’ll work around your booking schedule and prioritize urgent repairs that affect guest comfort. Year-round residents get the reliable service they deserve without paying vacation-area markup. Every job includes thorough inspection to catch potential problems before they become expensive emergencies.
We prioritize emergency calls and typically respond within 1-2 hours during normal business hours. For after-hours emergencies, we respond as quickly as possible because mountain weather and plumbing problems don’t wait for convenient times.
Our trucks are well-stocked with common parts and tools, so we can usually complete most emergency repairs on the first visit. We understand that when water is going where it shouldn’t be, every minute counts in preventing property damage.
Unlike other plumbers who send you to voicemail, we answer our phones and show up when promised. We’ve been handling emergency calls throughout the Lake Tahoe area for years and know how quickly problems can escalate in this climate.
Frozen pipes are the biggest issue, especially in older cabins with inadequate insulation or pipes running through crawl spaces. We also see frequent water heater failures from hard water, clogged drains from heavy vacation rental use, and sump pump problems from snowmelt.
Many mountain properties have aging galvanized pipes that need replacement. Ice dams on roofs, poor drainage around homes, and seasonal temperature swings create conditions that strain plumbing systems beyond what most areas experience.
Vacation rental properties face additional challenges from higher wear and tear. Guests often don’t report small leaks immediately, allowing problems to worsen. We help rental owners with upgrades that reduce future maintenance headaches and keep guests happy.
No. We live here too and believe in fair pricing for our neighbors and community. Our rates are competitive and transparent with no inflated “tourist pricing” or surprise fees. You’ll know exactly what the job costs before we start work.
We charge the same honest rates whether you’re a year-round resident or own a vacation property. Our upfront quotes eliminate surprises, and we don’t add markup just because you need help on weekends or holidays.
Many Lake Tahoe area service companies take advantage of visitors and vacation property owners. We built our reputation on treating everyone fairly, which is why so many local property owners recommend us to their guests and management companies.
Absolutely. Proper winterization is crucial for preventing expensive freeze damage in Carnelian Bay properties. We’ll drain your water lines, shut off and drain your water heater, add antifreeze to traps and toilet bowls, and shut off your main water supply.
For year-round properties, we recommend pipe insulation upgrades, especially in crawl spaces and areas exposed to outside walls. We can install heat tape on vulnerable pipes and recommend thermostat settings that prevent freezing without wasting energy.
Regular inspections before winter help identify potential problems like aging pipes, inadequate insulation, or poor drainage that could lead to freeze damage. We also provide emergency contact information so you can reach us immediately if problems develop during cold snaps.
We use professional-grade acoustic leak detection equipment that identifies the distinctive sound of water escaping pipes. Our electronic listening devices can pinpoint leaks behind walls, under slabs, and in underground lines without unnecessary demolition.
For complex situations, we use correlator devices that listen at two points simultaneously to pinpoint exact leak locations. We also employ thermal imaging cameras to detect temperature variations that indicate hidden moisture problems.
Our non-invasive approach protects your property while finding problems accurately. This advanced equipment, combined with our local experience, allows us to locate leaks that other plumbers might miss or require destructive investigation to find.
Yes, we’re fully licensed as a California plumbing contractor and carry comprehensive liability insurance and workers compensation coverage. We can provide proof of licensing and insurance before starting work if you’d like to see it.
This protects both you and us – you’re covered if something goes wrong, and you know you’re hiring legitimate professionals who meet state requirements. All our team members undergo background checks and drug testing to ensure professionalism and trustworthiness.
We’re locally owned and insured, serving El Dorado, Sacramento, Placer, Nevada, and Amador counties. Our commitment to proper licensing and insurance reflects our dedication to providing reliable, professional service that protects our customers and our community.
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