Water rarely announces itself with a dramatic burst. In most homes, the disaster that ends in ripped-out drywall and a full ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A water-leak detector is a relatively inexpensive device that alerts you to—you guessed it—a leak in your ...

Water damage has quietly become one of the most expensive threats to a house, often rivaling fire in the size of the repair ...

A few bucks and five minutes of setup can save you a mind-boggling amount of money—and you need to put them in more places than you think. And that’s if your insurance covers it—most policies only ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Water may well be your home’s worst enemy. Few things can cause as much damage or cost as much to repair as a flooded room or basement. And pipe leaks, especially hidden ones, can cause a lot of ...

A water-leak detector is a relatively inexpensive device that alerts you to—you guessed it—a leak in your home. Similar to smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors, the most basic options cost $50 ...

The vital key to protecting your home from damage, both simple and drastic, is proper preparation. When you prepare your home for certain eventualities, you'll be able to catch these hazards in the ...

Few home problems are as insidious as hidden water leaks: It's easy to miss them until there's widespread damage, and after-effects can include pricey mold problems. That's why I'm so glad there's a ...

The winter months are just around the corner, with most of the country finally starting to experience cooler weather. And while the winter brings plenty of holiday cheer (not to mention the opening of ...