Updated: Mar 26, 2026
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Address
PO Box 9297, Truckee, CA, 96161
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Brimer plumbing
Brimer Plumbing is a residential plumbing contractor serving Truckee and North Lake Tahoe, California. Founded in 1997 and licensed by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB #1149344), Brimer specializes in mountain-home plumbing systems, including water heater repair and installation, tankless water heaters, gas line work, frozen and burst pipe repair, kitchen and bath plumbing, and Moen Flo smart water shutoff installation.
Brimer serves homeowners, second-home owners, estate managers, and property managers across 24 communities in the Truckee-Tahoe corridor, including Tahoe Donner, Glenshire, Donner Lake, Northstar, Martis Camp, Lahontan, Old Greenwood, Tahoe City, Kings Beach, Homewood, Olympic Valley, and Donner Summit. The service area covers homes from approximately 5,800 feet to over 7,000 feet in elevation, where freeze risk, seasonal occupancy, and cold-climate plumbing performance are ongoing considerations.
Core services include tank and tankless water heater diagnostics and replacement, natural gas and propane fireplace installations, gas line routing and pressure testing, radiant and hydronic heating system service, whole-home water filtration, and seasonal winterization for homes that sit unoccupied between visits. Brimer coordinates directly with homeowners, caretakers, and general contractors on both service calls and remodel projects.
The Brimer process starts with diagnostics and clear options before work begins. Finishes and surfaces are protected during every job. Work is verified before closeout, and customers receive a summary of what was completed. The company operates Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 7 PM, out of Truckee, CA 96161. The primary phone number is 530-587-0733.
From BuildZoom: Brimer plumbing, Truckee, Po Box 9297, Truckee, CA (Employees: Daniel Paul Koch and Jamie Dean Brimer) holds a Landscaping, General Building, Plumbing license and 1 other license according to the California license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 114 ranks in the top 2% of 336,931 California licensed contractors.
Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring Brimer plumbing, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.
Brimer plumbing Contact Information
Phone Number: (530) 587-0733
Address: PO Box 9297, Truckee, CA 96161
Brimer plumbing Truckee
Quality
114
98th percentile
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Brimer plumbing has a BuildZoom score of 114, which places them above 98% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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5 projects
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2025 |
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12 projects
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2024 |
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6 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Brimer plumbing has worked on at least
23.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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23 projects
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Plumbing projects |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Brimer plumbing mostly works on
plumbing project
projects.
Pricing
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9 projects
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< $5k |
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12 projects
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$5k-$20k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $5,056. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2024-08-02
Replaced tank water heater with gas tankless water heater. this permit is being filled after the work was done gas type: natural gas work location: exterior only type feet size of pipe: stainless steel/4.5 ft- 1 inch equipment serviced: navian tankless water heater equipment demand: 199000
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
BLD24-04217
Status:
complete
Fee:
$186
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2025-03-10
Gas pipe install from regulator to new fireplace inert. log shut off valve installed. electrical for fan blower installed
Valuation:
$9,400
Permit #:
BLD25-01253
Status:
issued
Fee:
$186
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2022-02-09
Per southwest gas pressure test is required. no changes or modifications gas type: natural gas work location: exterior & interior type feet size of pipe: n/a equipment serviced: gas meter equipment demand: 0
Valuation:
$1,200
Permit #:
BLD22-00826
Status:
expired
Fee:
$161
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2021-06-28
Install a new (not replacement) freestanding fireplace unit see attached floorplan. install gas from natural gas meter to new fireplace gas type: natural gas work location: interior only type feet size of pipe: csst 40 feet of 1/2 inch pipe equipment serviced: fireplace equipment demand: 40000
Valuation:
$5,500
Permit #:
BLD21-03016
Status:
complete
Fee:
$153
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2021-07-30
Install gas line from meter to new gas freestanding fireplace in living room to replace wood burning stove. install electrical for fan blower connect to existing electrical. smokes carbons to code bond wire installed gas type: natural gas work location: exterior & interior type feet size of pipe: csst and iron pipe 50 feet 1/2 inch see attached chart equipment serviced: jotul portla... see more
Valuation:
$6,500
Permit #:
BLD21-02787
Status:
complete
Fee:
$283
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2021-04-08
Install a gas line from propane regulator to new gas fireplace. install electrical outlet for fan blower with ground wire to junction box gas type: propane work location: interior only type feet size of pipe: csst and steel 110 feet all 3/4 inch equipment serviced: gas burning freestanding fireplace equipment demand: 38000
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
BLD21-01700
Status:
expired
Fee:
$427
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2021-06-16
Install a gas line from propane regulator to gas fireplace. existing electrical. see attached schematic design gas type: propane work location: interior only type feet size of pipe: sch. 40 iron pipe 43 feet installed 1/2 inch see attached sizing chart equipment serviced: ironstrike serefina unit equipment demand: 38500 adding water heater changeout to permit 4/2/21. sa 5/28/21 revi... see more
Valuation:
$4,770
Permit #:
BLD21-01543
Status:
complete
Fee:
$280
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2021-04-01
Install fireplace inserts into two fireplaces with existing natural gas. install electrical for fan blowers inserts are; marquis capri 34idv34 **install guide/manual due on inspection new replacement: replace existing # of systems: 2 duct affected: 0 system type: package unit
Valuation:
$5,600
Permit #:
BLD21-01070
Status:
complete
Fee:
$280
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2022-01-13
Install gas lines from propane 2nd regulator location to 2 new fireplaces no electrical modification is included in this permit csst tubing requires 30# test for 30 minutes when used for lpg
Valuation:
$8,500
Permit #:
BLD21-07332
Status:
complete
Fee:
$155
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2021-04-22
Install gas line from gas regulator to new (replacement) gas fireplace. install electrical outlet for fan blower gas type: propane work location: interior only type feet size of pipe: csst and iron pipe 80 feet total all 1/2 inch see attached chart equipment serviced: vermont casting yodul model fireplace equipment demand: 38000
Valuation:
$4,500
Permit #:
BLD21-01034
Status:
expired
Fee:
$280
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2021-01-15
Replace wood fireplace with new natural gas unit. new gas pipe from meter to fireplace. install electrical outlet for fan blower. see schematic and pipe sizing chart. this is a no brainer to review please do it soon new replacement: replace existing # of systems: 0 duct affected: 0 system type: package unit
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
BLD21-00243
Status:
canceled
Fee:
$150
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing reroof etc
2023-01-24
New gas line from natural gas meter to new gas fireplace (replaces a wood fireplace) connect to existing electrical and run to fireplace for fan blower. all exposed piping to be painted. smoke and carbons installed as needed
Valuation:
$3,700
Permit #:
BLD21-00891
Status:
complete
Fee:
$154
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2023-09-26
Install new gas line from meter to new natural gas fireplace fireplace installation manual to be onsite for inspections
Valuation:
$8,200
Permit #:
BLD23-03724
Status:
complete
Fee:
$171
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2024-12-20
Install a t fitting at piping to tankless water heater for future portable generator. install shutoff valve with quick disconnect fitting
Valuation:
$1,450
Permit #:
BLD24-05900
Status:
complete
Fee:
$186
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2024-05-23
Install gas pipe form meter location to new fireplace insert. install electrical for fan blower connect to existing outlet
Valuation:
$8,000
Permit #:
BLD24-02338
Status:
complete
Fee:
$179
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2020-09-16
We are removing an old fireplace and adding a natural gas insert. we are also adding a tankless water heater at the same time with the same contractor gas type: natural gas work location: interior only type feet size of pipe: 1/2 inch is 18. 3/4 csst is 23. 1 inch is 31 equipment serviced: tankless water heater and gas insert fireplace equipment demand: 200000
Valuation:
$11,890
Permit #:
BLD20-04105
Status:
expired
Fee:
$150
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2020-07-30
New gas line from gas meter to new firepit. log valve at pit and 3 hour shut off timer included. also install pipe for a fireplace log set in living room log shut off valve included gas type: natural gas work location: exterior & interior type feet size of pipe: 30 feet of 1 inch and 50 feet of 3/4 inch pipe brown coat direct burial piping used equipment serviced: rh peterson fire p... see more
Valuation:
$5,600
Permit #:
BLD20-03323
Status:
expired
Fee:
$150
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2020-02-07
Install gas line for new gas stove insert and outdoor bbq new gas stove insert for existing wood fireplace installation specs for fireplace to be provided to inspector at time of inspection log lighter valve required for gas fireplace 3-hour timer and manual shut-off valve required at bbq location
Valuation:
$6,600
Permit #:
BLD20-00329
Status:
complete
Fee:
$190
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2024-11-14
Install gas pipe from gas meter to new gas fireplace. install electrical for blower connect to existing electrical
Valuation:
$11,700
Permit #:
BLD24-01168
Status:
complete
Fee:
$179
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2023-02-15
Install gas pipe from meter to new fireplace insert. install electrical for blower connect to existing. same owner as 22-06784 but different house
Valuation:
$10,220
Permit #:
BLD22-06785
Status:
complete
Fee:
$171
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
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Brimer plumbing License info
Verified License
| License # | 323160 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | Landscaping, General Building, Plumbing |
| Business Type | Clearline Services, Llc |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of March 2026.
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Inactive License
| License # | 713485 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | Landscaping, General Building |
| Business Type | Clearline Services, Llc |
- According to the California Contractors State License Board, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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114
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Hudson Insurance Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
278
Permits
- Building permit records show that Brimer plumbing has worked on 278 permitted projects.
Brimer plumbing Employees
DK
Daniel Paul Koch
General Partner
JB
Jamie Dean Brimer
Sole Owner