Can I just paint over the stain?

Not until the leak is fixed. Without stain-blocking primer, the stain will bleed through regular paint.

How do I know if the leak is still active?

If the stain grows after rain or water use, or feels damp to the touch, the leak is likely still active.

Will the repair match my existing ceiling?

We match texture and paint as closely as possible. For best results, we often repaint the entire ceiling.

TOLEDO HOME REPAIR CONTRACTOR

Ceiling Stain Repair in Toledo, OH

Brown spots on your ceiling mean water got in somewhere. We find the leak, fix it, and repair the damage so it doesn't come back.

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Close-up of a ceiling with brown water stain and a visible crack, indicating leakage and structural deterioration in a corner of a room.

What Causes Ceiling Stains?

That brown or yellow stain is water damage. Here's where it usually comes from.

Roof leaks

Damaged shingles, bad flashing, or ice dams let water in from above
Plumbing leaks above the ceiling

Bathroom above? Supply lines and drains are common culprits
HVAC condensation

AC units and ductwork can drip when not properly insulated

Signs It's Getting Worse

A small stain today can become a big problem tomorrow.

Stain is growing or getting darker

Ceiling feels soft or spongy

Paint bubbling or peeling

Musty smell in the room

Ceiling sagging or bulging

How We Fix It

We find the leak first. Then we fix the ceiling properly.

1

Locate the Leak Source

We trace the stain back to where water is getting in

2

Stop the Water

Fix the roof, pipe, or other source before touching the ceiling

3

Repair or Replace Drywall

Cut out damaged sections and install new drywall

4

Prime and Paint

Stain-blocking primer prevents bleed-through, then match your paint

What It Usually Costs

Cost depends on stain size, source, and repair scope.

Pricing depends on:

Size of the damaged ceiling area

What's causing the leak

Ceiling height and accessibility

Texture matching requirements

We inspect free and provide a clear quote covering both the leak fix and ceiling repair.

Related Services

Structural Repairs

Water Damage Repair

Crawl Space Repair

Foundation Repair

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