Ceiling Water Damage in Keller, TX

What happens above the ceiling

Water above a ceiling soaks insulation first. The insulation holds water against the drywall. Over time, the drywall softens and sags.

We check the space above with a camera or by access hatch. We dry framing and clean the cavity.

Repair after drying

After drying, a drywall installer patches the hole. A painter matches the paint. Use stain-blocking primer on old stains. Skip this step until we confirm dry readings.

Safety rules

Do not stand under a bulge. Turn off lights near the wet area. Put a bucket under drips. If the ceiling hangs low, keep the room empty.

What affects repair time and price

Ceiling size, insulation, and water type decide the work. A small stain from a clean leak may dry in place. A large sag with wet insulation needs removal.

Common causes of ceiling leaks in Keller

Roof leaks after hail, upstairs bathroom leaks, AC drain overflow, and attic pipe leaks are the common causes. Find the source before you repair.

Signs the ceiling is not safe

A ceiling that bulges, sags, or drops water in a stream is unsafe. Keep people out of the room. Call us right away.

How to tell what caused the stain

The stain color and shape give clues. Look closely before you call.

A brown ring with a darker edge often means an old, repeated leak. A fresh yellow patch that spreads means active water. A line of stains along a seam may point to a pipe above. A stain near an exterior wall points to the roof.

• Directly below a bathroom: tub, shower, or toilet seal
• Below a hall closet or AC unit: drain line overflow
• Near an exterior wall: roof, flashing, or gutter
• In a line along the ceiling: supply pipe in the attic

What to do when the ceiling drips

Act in order. First, move people out from under the wet spot. Then move furniture and place a bucket or tub below the drip.

If the ceiling bulges, poke a small hole at the lowest point of the bulge. Stand to the side and use a screwdriver. This lets water drain into a bucket and may keep the whole panel from falling. Only do this if no one stands below and no light fixture sits nearby.

What we do in the room

We measure moisture in the ceiling, the walls, and the floor below. Water often runs down a wall and wets carpet or wood far from the stain.

We cut a small opening or remove the wet panel to reach the cavity above. We then dry the framing and remove wet insulation. Air movers and a dehumidifier finish the work.

Why the stain keeps coming back

If you paint over a stain without fixing the source, it returns. Stain-blocking primer only works on a dry ceiling.

Wait until the plumber or roofer confirms the leak has stopped. Wait until our readings show the ceiling is dry. Then repair and paint. This order saves you from paying for the same repair twice.

Textured ceilings and popcorn finish

Many Keller homes have knockdown or popcorn texture. Texture hides a stain at first, then peels as it dries.

Older popcorn ceilings may contain asbestos. If your home dates from before the 1980s, ask a lab to test a sample. Do this before anyone scrapes or cuts it. We pause that part of the work until the result comes back.