It’s less intimidating than you think.

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 ...

So you noticed a water stain on the ceiling: First of all, don’t panic. “The first step to dealing with water stains on the ceiling is understanding what has caused the stain in the first place,” ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." You know what a water ring on your ceiling means. That portent of doom is a telltale sign of a leak. The ...

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 ...

A faint ring on the ceiling or a discolored patch on drywall looks harmless, but that “small water stain” is often the first ...

If you've noticed yellow spots or water stains on your ceiling, you're not alone. These stains can show up in any room, but they’re especially common in bathrooms. They may look harmless, but they ...

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 ...