As freezing temperatures begin to ease after sunrise, some homeowners across the area are waking up to a different problem: water damage inside their homes.

Rising property taxes got you worried? Houston homeowners may be able to delay part of their bill with a tax deferral from the Harris Central Appraisal District. The program lets you pay taxes on last year’s value plus any new improvements, while postponing the rest — but interest still applies.

Sugar Land is expanding its Great Homes incentive program, aiming to make exterior home repairs more affordable for residents who face the biggest barriers to reinvestment.

Data reveals that households in Conroe and Pearland spent around 5% of their annual incomes on property taxes

Don’t ignore an ugly or stained roof — small problems can turn into costly repairs and health hazards.

A community workshop in October will be held to tackle the alarming rise in property theft cases that leave families without their rightful homes.

Does CenterPoint have to pay when a power issue causes damage to your home? KPRC 2 Investigates explains your rights.

Homeowners are one step closer to property tax relief with Governor Greg Abbott set to sign two bills after lawmakers approved $22.7 billion in property tax cuts this session.

While the thunder and lightning served as an alarm clock for some Houston area residents, homeowners in northwest Harris County were startled by a tree crashing through their roof.

These agreements have left homeowners unaware that they were essentially giving up the rights to their homes for a few hundred dollars.

Have you or someone you know been approached with a suspicious 'right-to-list' contract? These agreements, often targeting vulnerable homeowners, promise a tempting upfront payment, but lock you into a 40-year commitment with companies like MV Realty.

April 15 is Tax Day, but Texas homeowners still have time to apply for an exemption on their property taxes!

Brandi Watts is the only certified Infant Resource instructor in Spring. She said teaching young children how to save themselves from drowning, is her passion.

If you rent an apartment a house or a condominium, it’s your landlord’s legal responsibility to fix the damage.

Discover what to do when a utility company leaves damage behind on your property. Investigative reporter Amy Davis shares insights on how to get information and seek compensation for property damage caused by utility crews.

After a storm, you can bet that quite a few homeowners across the Houston area will have to wake up the next day and be faced with untimely repairs.

Imagine getting a water bill for a home that hasn’t existed in more than 20 years. That’s what happened to one family in Shady Acres. They reached out to KPRC 2 Investigates feeling ‘DRAINED’ after trying to resolve a growing bill with the Houston water department for a year!

Brown, smelly and dirty; that’s how homeowners in the Silver Glen community described their water, which they said was only getting worse.

As the city of Houston faces a federal probe into its handling of illegal dumping in Black and Brown neighborhoods, residents in Sunnyside say they’ve seen no sign things are improving.

Homeowners in the Stone Gate Community want to know what is going on with the power lines in their neighborhood.

Homeowners living in Southwest Crossing Subdivision in southwest Houston are concerned about CenterPoint’s plans to run gas transmission lines under the backyards of their homes.

Neighbors living near a property deemed a nuisance said they’ve waited years for Monday’s abatement.

Several homeowners in Meyerland are disturbed after discovering anti-Semitic literature left on their properties last Saturday.

The green energy movement is giving people more options to power their homes. Solar panels are becoming increasingly popular. KPRC 2 answers some of the top questions you might have before investing in solar panels.

Residents in the Westview Terrace neighborhood in Spring Branch gathered Friday to express their concern about what has been happening at home nearby.

The water pipes above her bedroom burst open inside the home she is renting and now she is wondering who is going to fix the pipes and all the water damage. I’m like what happened and all of the sudden I see all of this water pouring down,” Tamika said. If you rent an apartment or a house or a condominium, it’s your landlords legal responsibility to fix the damage. It’s your job to act quickly and notify your landlord of the problem right away to limit the damage done. Step Two: Back that call up with a written letter detailing the damage and send it via certified mail.

HOUSTON – As the coronavirus pandemic has caused a great economical crisis, many workers have been laid-off or are not receiving pay during business closures. If you’re worried about missing a mortgage payment, contact your lender immediately. Numerous banks have said they are willing to work with distressed borrowers, including potentially suspending or reducing mortgage payments for a stretch. TAA advises renters to communicate with their property manager if they find themselves unable to pay rent. According to the association, they have encouraged rental property owners to waive late fees and set up a payment plan for residents impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.