The weight of water and loss of structural integrity of the gypsum core causes drywall panels to tear away from the fasteners. It usually happens at the worst possible moment. It doesn't take much to ...

A water stain on a ceiling should never be ignored—even if the water damage has dried out. It could indicate a larger problem, such as faulty plumbing or a failing roof. Worse, water stains can ...

Inspect damaged materials for mold and mildew. Mold can start to grow in the right conditions in as little as 24 hours. For long-term issues, like mold caused by attic condensation, the mold may have ...

Repairing a water damaged ceiling is intimidating, and even more so when working with a popcorn ceiling. Still, it's totally doable as long as you follow the proper procedure. To find out the correct ...

Water damage can occur for any number of reasons. There could be a leak in your roof, a plumbing problem, a major weather event or even just a spill from a messy kiddo. No matter how it happens, ...

Your new roof and its better ventilation might lower the humidity in your house enough to fix the problem, but it’s more likely that you will also need to insulate the ducts in your basement ceiling.

Q. How important is it to repair plaster before repainting? Our ceilings have peeling paint that we’re pretty sure was caused by past water damage. Since the water problem is no longer an issue, can ...

SAN ANTONIO – The Alamodome is set to undergo another major makeover with the 2025 Men’s NCAA Final Four on the horizon, but first, crews must take care of some maintenance in the building. The City ...

What started as a tiny spot on your ceiling has now spread into a large, amorphous water stain that’s hard not to notice. Though a common issue for many homeowners, a water stain on a ceiling should ...