Let’s face it: Many homes today feature inadequate, poorly positioned, and sometimes plain-old ugly light fixtures. But you don't have to live with anything you don't love, especially when so many ...

What is a drop ceiling? Are there options for replacing one? Drop ceilings consist of a metal grid that hangs from the ceiling joists and holds panels of various shapes, sizes and materials. They’re ...

Wooden porch ceilings and soffits may last a long time, but they're not impervious to moisture damage, insect damage, and other visible signs of aging. Plus, if they're painted, there's that ...

We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Home. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. The average cost to repair a ceiling is $800, but it depends on your ceiling ...

There’s really no problem in replacing an existing light fixture with a ceiling fan in terms of the electrical needs. But what you really have to be careful of is to make sure the electrical box that ...

The sagged ceiling described here is one specific situation. A sagging ceiling could also be a sign of major structural damage and might indicate further problems like leaking pipes. If you notice ...

Q:I have an original popcorn ceiling, which my condo association considers a ceiling covering. Florida Statutes says that a condo association is not responsible for ceiling coverings. I have peeling ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

So, I don't know specifically much about ceiling fan repair but none of the principles involved are of concern to me. My new house, the ceiling fan in the room I've chosen to make my office, doesn't ...