Abstract: An apparatus for use in thawing frozen material in pipes, the apparatus including conduit through which a plurality of wires pass, the conduit having a first end and a second end, the first end including an attachment selected from a heating element, a camera, or a light and wherein the attachment is secured to the conduit through a plug. The heating element includes a plastic outer shell and is controlled by a thermostat which may use a sensor, such as a thermocouple. The heating element, light or camera may be powered by any known source, including a 110 Volt outlet, 220 Volt outlet or by battery.