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 ...

When temperatures whip from freezing to mild and back again, that “small leak” in your roof or attic can quickly turn into a stained, sagging ceiling and a repair bill that dwarfs the original problem ...

Water damage rarely begins with a dramatic burst pipe. It usually starts as a quiet signal in the background, easy to ...