As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

A ceiling stain brought on by a plumbing problem or a roof leak isn’t a calamity. But no one will blame you when you look up at that ugly stain, and exclaim in exasperation: Now what? If the leak hasn ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Missing shingles, granules filling the gutters, water stains on the ceiling after rainstorms—they all point to roofing problems. Pay attention to these warning signs and act before the problem gets ...