You might hear it first—a low groan in a pipe that used to stay quiet, or a drain that burps after the dishwasher runs. Maybe you feel a strange warm spot on the floor, or catch that faint musty whiff under the sink. That’s your plumbing clearing its throat, trying to get your attention before the holidays hit full swing.

A sewer line inspection isn't flashy. No jackhammers. No dramatic reveals. Just a quiet camera, inching its way through the pipe that connects your home to the municipal line.

When people picture trees, they usually see something pleasant: a leaf gently fluttering in the breeze, squirrels doing whatever it is squirrels do when they think no one’s watching. No one thinks about what’s happening underground. That’s where trees keep the parts they don’t want you to see—namely, a sprawling root system hellbent on finding your sewer line and giving it a very long, uninvited hug.

Recognizing issues like mineral buildup, hidden leaks, water heater strain, sewer line problems, and slow drains can help you take proactive steps for your home.