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 ...

Question: About three years ago I purchased a home in Goleta that had been “flipped” by a contractor who extensively remodeled all the rooms. I just love my kitchen and the way that walls were removed ...

Q: I think I may have a leak in my shower stall. Is this something I can fix myself or am I just going to get myself into deep water? A: In the harsh haze of the early morning routine comes a sudden ...

Q. I made the mistake of letting the unlicensed brother of my best friend install our new tile shower. From the first time I peeked in at his work I knew I was in trouble. When he was installing the ...