Got an annoying and persistent drippy shower faucet that leaks nonstop? It may be a sign that some part of it needs to be fixed. If left unaddressed, it might lead to more significant problems.

Q: Ed, Please help. I was told my 39-year-old tile shower is leaking through something called the base pan. Then I was told by my contractor that there is no “quick fix”for this problem. He claims ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Q. Our bathrooms were completely remodeled in 2000. After about 2-3 years the tub would leak into the kitchen directly below whenever someone took a shower. Not really bad, but an obvious leak after ...

Dear James: I have recently noticed a damp spot on the ceiling beneath the shower stall. My house is only 3 years old. What is the cause and how can I fix it? — Nicholas D. Dear Nicholas: For a house ...

As homes get older, they settle, and there are usually signs that your home's foundation is settling. Moisture levels change or the soil shifts beneath the home. The rafters in the attic may let out a ...

Dear Jason: Building a shower with a ceramic tile floor is most attractive and durable. Using tile requires attention to detail so it will be leak-free. Study some ...