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 ...

It’s less intimidating than you think.

Ceiling water stain in the corner of a room near the trim - Gergitek/Shutterstock Whether left behind due to a leaking roof or HVAC issues, those yellow or brown water stains on your ceiling can make ...

Q For several years, we have intermittently had a leak coming through our ceiling above the living room on our first floor. The water doesn’t drip though the ceiling; we just have a spreading brown ...

When water stains appear on your ceiling, you know it’s time to do some detective work. These stains are usually a side effect of a roof, heating appliance or plumbing leak that dripped through the ...

Q: Eight years ago, I purchased a 1920s two-story home that has remained mostly original except for modern upgrades for wiring, heating and appliances. After moving in, we noticed a small stain on the ...

The smallest stain on your ceiling is rarely just a cosmetic flaw. It is usually the first visible sign of a leak that, if ...

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 ...

Whether left behind due to a leaking roof or HVAC issues, those yellow or brown water stains on your ceiling can make a place look dingy and dirty. Two household staples, bleach and water, can make ...