Helwig Plumbing Co.
Company Overview
Testing of backflow valves. We handle the replacement and repair of water heaters, bathtubs, showers, toilets, sinks, faucets, garbage disposals, frost-free hose bibs, etc.. We proudly serve Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, and the surrounding communities. I offer plumbing remodeling and new construction services.
My plumbing journey started in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1977, working with a small plumbing contractor. Soon after, I entered an apprenticeship program, going to school two nights a week for four years, with breaks during the summer. I worked for several plumbing firms during this program, gaining experience in diverse plumbing installations. In 1988, I launched my own business in San Jose. I then moved my family to Klamath Falls, OR, where I ran Helwig Plumbing Co. during the 1990s. Now, I proudly call the scenic Carson Valley, specifically the Minden-Gardnerville area, my home, providing services through Helwig Plumbing Co..
I attended a four-year plumbing apprenticeship program from 1982 to 1986. For more than 15 years, I have been self-employed. I am a high school graduate from San Jose and have more than two years of general education at community colleges. I have experience as a partial owner and estimator for a medium-sized plumbing company. My responsibilities included supervising staff, managing projects, CAD drafting, and overseeing company operations. I am now focused on addressing the service and repair needs of the Carson City area, including Minden and Gardnerville.
Business Services
- Faucet installation
- Faucet repair
- Garbage disposal installation
- Garbage disposal repair
- Hot water recirculation pump installation
- Hot water recirculation pump repair
- Plumbing inspection
- Plumbing installation or replacement
- Plumbing repair
- Sink installation
- Sink repair
- Toilet installation
- Toilet repair
- Water heater installation
- Water heater repair
- Water pipe installation
Business Location & Hours
Mon: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tue: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wed: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thu: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Fri: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Sat: | Closed |
Sun: | Closed |
Recommended Customer Reviews

We put in new kitchen countertops and need all new plumbing under the sink. Don installed the faucets, disposal, Dishwasher hookups and all the associated plumbing and hookups perfectly and quickly. The cost was very fair and reasonable. Don Helwig Plumbing is now my ""go to"" plumber for anything plumbing related.

Installed a new gas line to new heating unit. Was on time and finished the job. Would called again to do a great job.

After years of waiting for our water heater to give out, it finally did. Went to shower and the water was warm. I checked out Yelp Reviews and called a couple of places for quotes and availability. This company was the 2nd call. Don answered immediately. He gave me a quote to replace the water heater, labor and all parts. He volunteered to come over after he was done for the day to check it out and make sure there wasn't something more I needed. He called to tell me he was running a little late and check to make sure if it was still okay to come by. He was very sociable and knowledgeable. His price was better then the other quote for the same size and model water heater. We agreed to get it done. He came over first thing in the morning. He went above and beyond. He was clean and cleaned up after himself. He got it done in less than 3 hours. We will definitely use him again if we need someone.

The recirculating pump on our hot water system was on it's last legs. We called Don, who responded promptly, and asked that we text him pictures of the existing system.
He found a much better (and quieter) replacement for us, and was able to install it the next day. Both Don and his son Andrew were a pleasure to work with; professional, pleasant, on-time.

Don was right there to reposition our gas line for our new range. We'll hire him for future projects.

The best plumber in the valley Don did what he said he would do Showed up on time got to work got ur done If I ever need another plumber I now have him on speed dial

Our call was returned quickly and Don showed up right away. Price was fair and he fix our leaky hot water heater flex connector in no time! Will use him in the future!!

Great job, prompt service!! It was great to have Don, a local, knowledgeable, and experienced plumber on the job. Don was able to quickly diagnose what was wrong, propose a solution, give an accurate timeline, and a fair price. I would highly recommend Helwig Plumbing for those in the Gardnerville area!!

Came to my house within 2 hours of calling. Super nice, and really reasonable! He knew exactly what was wrong and fixed it quickly. Would definitely recommend!

What a nice experience , not just Don's knowledge but his friendly attitude. Felt like we had a good job and made a friend. He will be our one and only call for any future needs. He's prompt and answers any questions. Thanks Don appreciate a job well done.