Drummer Plumber El Cerrito CA

Business Overview

Drummer Plumber is a licensed plumbing company based in El Cerrito serving homes and small businesses across the East Bay. The business focuses on water heater installation and repair for both tank and tankless systems. Emergency service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with same-day service offered when possible. The owner operates with a small, trusted crew and handles mostly residential work while taking commercial jobs of modest size.

Key Services

Work is performed cleanly and with attention to local building codes. Main services include:

• Water heater installation and repair — tank and tankless systems
• General plumbing repair and installation (pipes, fixtures, toilets)
• Faucet and garbage disposal installation and repair
• Gas line installation and repair
• Water pipe installation and repair

Drummer Plumber handles emergency leaks, routine tune-ups, and upgrades for older Bay Area homes, where pipes and heaters often need careful attention because of age and seismic concerns.

Areas Served

Service reaches through the East Bay and nearby communities. Typical locations include Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, El Cerrito, Albany, and nearby towns. The full service area includes:

• Oakland CA, Concord CA, Berkeley CA, Richmond CA
• San Leandro CA, Alameda CA, Walnut Creek CA, San Rafael CA
• Lafayette CA, El Cerrito CA, Albany CA, Moraga CA
• El Sobrante CA, Emeryville CA, Piedmont CA, Tiburon CA
• Kensington CA, North Richmond CA, East Richmond Heights CA, Bayview CA, Petaluma Center CA

Company History

The business began in 1990 after the owner left a larger water heater company. He trained at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College for two years in general plumbing, codes, and pipe sizing. After that training he opened Drummer Plumber and set out to run a straightforward, fair-priced service. The company grew slowly by word of mouth and local reviews, focusing on honest estimates rather than commission-driven sales.

Leadership

Owner and founder Derek is originally from Scotland and moved to Albany in 1970. He graduated from Albany High School in 1978 and went into plumbing work while still in school. Derek holds formal plumbing training and has been serving the East Bay for more than 30 years. He lives locally with his partner Katrina and their McNab dog, Buster Posey. Derek is known for friendly, low-pressure interactions and a practical approach to repairs.

Specialties & Highlights

• Same-day service and 24/7 emergency response for urgent leaks and heater failures.
• Experienced with both tank and tankless water heaters and retrofit work in older homes.
• Licensed and trained in plumbing codes and pipe sizing, with a long local track record.
• Ethical pricing — no commission upsells; estimates reflect real needs.

Why Locals Choose Drummer Plumber

Residents in El Cerrito and nearby towns pick Drummer Plumber El Cerrito CA for steady, honest work and quick response when things go wrong. The company’s long presence in the East Bay, trained leadership, and practical service style make it a reliable choice for homeowners dealing with aging plumbing, hard water issues, or sudden failures.

For straightforward plumbing work and water heater help, Drummer Plumber El Cerrito CA is a local name people call. Derek and his crew treat each job with attention and respect for the home and neighborhood.