The short answer
Damage to property can support claims for negligence, trespass, or nuisance. Trespass is a physical intrusion. Nuisance is a substantial, unreasonable interference with the use of property.
Where it fits in your case
When a neighbor, contractor, or other party damages your property or interferes with its use.
What to expect
Damages are generally the cost of repair or the loss in value, often whichever is less, plus loss of use.
Future repairs may be recovered when reasonably certain.
Experts usually establish causation and repair scope, especially for water intrusion.
Continuing trespass or nuisance can support an injunction.
Latent damage. The discovery rule may delay when the limitations period begins.
What we need from you
Photos over time, repair estimates, inspection reports, and records of when the damage was discovered.
Common misconceptions
“We get the full replacement cost.” Diminished value may cap recovery.
“Repeated leaks mean automatic liability.” Causation still must be proven.