Inspect damaged materials for mold and mildew. Mold can start to grow in the right conditions in as little as 24 hours. For long-term issues, like mold caused by attic condensation, the mold may have ...

Q: My house was built in 1954. It has wooden windowsills in the bath that get wet when someone showers. Areas of rotted wood have been repaired, I think with DAP Plastic Wood. The windowsills have ...

Jim Avery of Precision Painting of Westchester gives expert advice on when the job might be a bit more involved. Q: I live in an older apartment and my wooden windowsills have been swelling with all ...

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, ...

Some people argue that scratches and dents in wood furniture and floors add character — and if that’s your philosophy, we say embrace it. But if you’re bummed out because of an obvious scratch, water ...

It’s true—water damage is one thing that strikes fear in the heart of any homeowner, and the average cost of water damage restoration is between $1,300 and $5,600. It’s not a cheap service, but it’s ...