The twenty-year mark
A sapling planted the year a subdivision was finished takes roughly two decades to develop a root system capable of finding a pipe joint. Sterling Hills is right at that threshold now, which is why root calls here have climbed noticeably.
First-time root intrusion is subtle
Not a hard backup. A toilet that empties slowly, a shower that pools slightly, a faint gurgle. Catch it at that stage and it is a routine cut, not an emergency.
Baseline your line now
A camera run while the pipe is still healthy gives you a reference for every future inspection. It is the cheapest insurance on the list.
