A stained, cracked or sagging ceiling is the repair homeowners notice most — and the one where the cause matters as much as the fix.
Ceiling damage almost always has a source: a leak, loose fastening, framing movement or a past repair done quickly. Repairing the surface without addressing the cause means the problem returns.
A stain means water got in at some point. If the board is dry and solid, it can sometimes be sealed with stain-blocking primer and refinished. Soft, sagging or musty board should be cut out and replaced — once the leak itself is fixed.
Tell us where the water came from and whether it is resolved. Repairing over an active leak wastes the repair.
Sagging usually means the board has lost its hold — loose fasteners, moisture-weakened gypsum or framing movement. Sometimes it can be re-secured; often the affected section should be replaced.
Cracks along seams and at corners come from movement. Re-taping the joint properly lasts longer than filling the crack with compound.
The repaired area is taped, finished and blended into the surrounding surface. Texture, ceiling height and paint all affect the final match, so confirm them in the scope — and protect the room below while work happens overhead.
See also: Stipple ceiling repair
Clear expectations. A considered plan.
A finish that brings the room together.
A close-up and a wider shot of each area, plus what caused it if you know — a leak, a door handle, settling or old plumbing work.
We confirm whether each spot can be patched or needs a section cut out, and note any moisture issue that must be fixed first.
Damaged board is cut back or backed, taped and filled in several thin coats, with drying time and sanding between each.
The repair is feathered into the surrounding wall or ceiling and checked under normal light so it is ready for primer and paint.
A closer look at each type of project. See all projects.
Tell us what needs doing and where. Prefer to talk? Call (613) 319-4768.
Make sure the leak is fixed and the area is dry. Then the damage can be assessed: sealed and refinished if the board is sound, or cut out and replaced if it is not.
Sometimes. Loose fastening can be re-secured; moisture-weakened board should be replaced. Photos help us give an initial view before visiting.
Texture can be matched reasonably well, but an exact invisible match depends on the existing texture and paint. Discuss expectations up front.
Yes — damaged sections can be repaired, or the texture can be removed entirely for a smooth finish. See our popcorn ceiling removal page.
Tell us what you have in mind. Let’s talk about your drywall project.
