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 ...

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, ...

First of all, don’t panic. Once you've addressed the cause of the stain, these DIY methods of removal are surprisingly simple ...

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: If a condo apartment in a multi-floor condominium has its ceiling damaged from a leak in the unit on top of it, who is responsible for repairing the ceiling damage? — Dick A: The law holds people ...

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 ...

Whether you’re dutifully attending open houses looking for your next home, or have lived in the same one for decades, you should always be on the lookout for water damage. That’s because it’s more ...