Sewage odors in your yard, toilets that gurgle when your clothes washer drains, or a backup that keeps coming back can leave you wondering what's going on under your property. At Escobar Custom Plumbing, we offer sewer line and sewer lateral inspections in Royal Oaks, CA, and beyond, giving you a close look inside your pipes so you can fix the real problem instead of guessing.
A licensed, family-owned plumbing business in Royal Oaks, CA, Escobar Custom Plumbing serves property owners across the Monterey Bay Area. Our National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO)-certified team specializes in sewer line and sewer lateral inspections, including lateral camera inspections, sewer line assessments, blockage and damage identification, and evaluations of recurring backups, sewer odors, and drainage issues.
It often begins at the lowest drain in the house. The shower fills with water when someone flushes, the toilet bubbles while the washing machine runs, and before long, wastewater starts creeping out of a floor drain or cleanout.
A blockage somewhere in the main line is usually to blame. Tree roots love to push through cracks and loose joints in older clay pipes, while grease, wipes, and other debris snag on rough spots and pile up. Shifting soil and minor quakes can also cause a section to sag or separate, creating a low spot where waste collects.
Our sewer line camera inspections show us what's causing the backup and how far down it sits, so we know what we're dealing with before we start. With that footage in hand, we clear the blockage using a cutting cable for roots or hydro jetting for grease and buildup.
Once the line's open, we run the camera through again to confirm the flow and look for cracks, sags, or weak spots that might lead to the next backup. If we spot damage, you'll get an honest rundown of your repair options along with a copy of the video.
The payoff is free-flowing drains, no more sewage smells, and a better understanding of your sewer line's health. A regular sewer line inspection also helps you budget for future work and avoid surprise repairs down the road.
Our sewer line services focus on catching issues early and showing you the condition of the pipes below ground.
Slow drains throughout the house, water pooling in the yard, or soggy spots near your foundation can all indicate a problem in the line. We trace the source from inside the pipe out, so you know whether it's a simple clog or something bigger.
A backup that keeps returning almost always means something deeper is wrong with the line. Rather than unclogging it over and over, we find what's driving it, whether that's a sagging section, a cracked pipe, or roots that keep growing back.
Your sewer lateral runs from your home to the city's main line, and in most cases, keeping it in good shape is up to you. Using a high-resolution camera, we inspect the entire lateral and give you the video footage, which comes in handy for home sales in places like Santa Cruz that require lateral inspections.
Each kind of blockage looks different on camera, from root masses to separated joints, and we know how to read the signs. Spotting the exact cause means you only pay for the repair you actually need.
That rotten-egg smell near a drain or out in the yard usually signals a crack, a dry trap, or a loose vent connection. Locating where the gas is escaping lets us recommend the right repair so your home smells fresh again.
A full assessment goes beyond standard sewer line inspections by evaluating pipe material, age, slope, and overall condition to determine how much life your line has left. We then put our findings into a consistent, easy-to-understand report.
As pipes age and deteriorate, they can cause low water pressure, leaks, and other plumbing problems. Our whole-home repiping services can help address the issue at its source. We assess your existing plumbing, discuss your options, and provide pipe replacements, water line upgrades, and related gas line services based on your property's needs.
Getting reliable hot water starts with choosing a system that fits your home and everyday needs. With our water heater installation services, we assess your current setup and help you choose from tank and tankless water heater options that make sense for your household.
A water heater that isn't keeping up, producing inconsistent temperatures, or showing signs of trouble can make everyday routines frustrating. Our water heater repair and replacement services include system assessments, troubleshooting, repairs, and recommendations for replacing tank or tankless water heaters when needed.
From everyday plumbing repairs to more complex system issues, we're here to help homeowners address problems before they become bigger headaches. Our general plumbing services cover residential pipe repairs, leak identification and repair, plumbing system assessments, and gas line services.
Slow drains and stubborn clogs can start as a small annoyance and quickly become a recurring problem. Our drain cleaning services address clogged and slow drains in kitchens and bathrooms, with camera inspections, recurring blockage assessments, and hydro jetting available when a closer look is needed.
Hard water, mineral buildup, and water quality concerns can affect everything from your fixtures to the taste of your water. Through our water treatment services, we assess your needs and offer whole-home treatment, filtration, water softener options, and other solutions designed to improve your home's water quality.
A hidden leak can cause serious water damage before you even realize there's a problem, especially when you're away from home. Our smart water shutoff valve installation services can add automatic water shutoff, leak detection, and water monitoring to your plumbing system.
Some plumbing problems simply can't wait until the next business day, especially when you're dealing with a burst line, a major leak, a gas line issue, or a no-heat problem. Our emergency plumbing services are available 24/7, with an after-hours upcharge for urgent situations that need prompt attention.
A hidden plumbing leak can lead to wasted water and costly damage if it continues unchecked. With our plumbing leak detection and repair services, we assess the situation, identify the source, repair leaking pipes, and recommend solutions that can help prevent future water damage.
When a plumbing problem keeps coming back or the source isn't obvious, the right diagnostic tools can help us see what's happening inside the system. Our plumbing diagnostics and camera inspections include plumbing system assessments, drain and sewer camera inspections, and recommendations based on the issues we find.
Keeping a business's plumbing system working properly helps avoid disruptions that can affect employees, customers, and daily operations. Our commercial plumbing services include system assessments, repairs, pipe and plumbing system maintenance, diagnosis of drainage issues, and practical plumbing solutions for business properties.
Sewer trouble can feel overwhelming, and these are a few reasons homeowners turn to us for answers.
Each year, our $149 membership brings a whole-house plumbing inspection, a water heater tune-up, and 2% off any work, including sewer repairs.
A NASSCO certification means we grade your sewer line to the same standards cities and engineers rely on, and our Navien certification and participation in Central Coast Community Energy and TECH Clean California keep us up to date on the latest plumbing tech.
Being locally owned and family-run means we answer to our neighbors, so we keep training and stay current on new methods and codes.
If an inspection uncovers a bigger repair, our financing options help you tackle it without delay.
Repairs we make carry our one-year parts and labor warranty, and new installations come with a 10-year warranty.
Beyond sewer work, we handle water heaters, fixtures, and water treatment from trusted brands such as A.O. Smith, Bradford White, Delta, Hansgrohe, Moen, Navien, Rheem, Rinnai, and Water-Right.
That depends on where you live, since each city and sanitation district sets its own rules. The City of Santa Cruz requires a sewer lateral inspection before a home sale, and some other local agencies want one during remodels or property transfers. Check with your local agency or a licensed plumber before you list, and you'll dodge any surprise closing delays.
It takes about an hour or two for most sewer line camera inspections, depending on how easy it is to reach the cleanout and how long the line runs. Homes without an accessible cleanout or with heavy blockages can take a bit longer, since the plumber may need to clear a path first. Afterward, you'll usually get the video footage and a rundown of what the camera found.
Watch for gurgling toilets, several slow drains at once, sewage smells inside or out in the yard, soggy lawn patches, and backups that keep returning. Extra-green strips of grass or a sudden pest problem can also hint at a leaking sewer line. A sewer line inspection will confirm what's going on before things get worse.
A sewer camera shows you cracks, root intrusion, sagging spots that plumbers call bellies, offset joints, corrosion, and clogs right inside the pipe. You'll also learn what the pipe's made of and how it's holding up overall, which makes planning repairs or budgeting a whole lot easier. Many inspectors rate pipe condition using NASSCO standards, so everyone reads the results the same way.
In most California cities, you own the sewer lateral from your house to where it connects to the public sewer main, so its upkeep is your responsibility. Some agencies handle the section under the street, so the rules really depend on your location. Your local sanitation district can tell you exactly where your part ends.
FAQs reviewed by Marcos Escobar, owner of Escobar Custom Plumbing, a plumber serving Royal Oaks, CA, and beyond.
Our camera shows you the truth about your sewer line, and we'll help you decide what to do next. Request your free estimate today and put those backups behind you.
Business Name: Escobar Custom Plumbing
Address: Royal Oaks, CA, 95076
Phone: 831-706-5829
Business Hours:
Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Emergency Service Available 24/7
Financing Available
10-year warranty on new installations
1-year warranty on parts and labor for service work
$149 Annual Membership includes:
2% off all work performed
Annual water heater service and tune-up