Unsightly crack in drywalled ceiling seam - Grace Cary/Getty Images It can be very disconcerting to see a crack forming in your ceiling, leaving you wondering whether you have costly repairs ahead of ...

Hairline cracks in the drywall joint are a pretty common issue in many homes, and not usually a sign that your home is in danger of collapse. It's more likely that they've occurred due to settling, ...

Q: My house has had no heat for four days, and now I see some cracks in the ceiling, usually following the edges of the tape that was applied to the drywall seams. They aren’t wet and are in a part of ...

Dear James: I have an old house with plaster walls and many cracks that need to be repaired. How can I fix these so they stay fixed and are invisible? — Julianne T. Dear Julianne: Many older houses ...

From water damage and increased heating bills, to unwelcome critters (furry or insect) and other long-term issues — leaving holes or cracks in your home’s foundation, walls or roof untended can lead ...

Q: I had a new plaster ceiling put up with Blueboard screwed to the ceiling and a thick swirled plaster coating on top. It wasn't long before cracking at the seams occurred. The plasterer patched ...

A water stain on a ceiling should never be ignored—even if the water damage has dried out. It could indicate a larger problem ...

A crack in a plaster wall can look intimidating, and even be a cause for concern. While the sudden appearance of a crack in a previously pristine wall should always be approached with caution, they ...