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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Co-op boards have a fiduciary responsibility to take care of their buildings, but sometimes shareholders must compel them to act. By Jill Terreri Ramos Q: We bought an apartment on the top floor of a ...

Ceiling fire sprinklers are becoming more common in residential settings because of their ability to release water in the ...