If you’re beginning to notice cracks on the interior walls of your home, you may start to have concerns about the structural integrity of your house as a whole. While some cracks may only be surface-level and not indicative of any kind of major structural problems, others may suggest some significant issues with your home. You may not know what is causing the cracks, so in today’s blog, we’ll take a look at a few of the common reasons that cracks may be forming in your drywall.
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Common Causes for Wall Cracks
Whether you have vertical or horizontal cracking on your walls, the appearance of cracks can strike fear in the heart of any homeowner. Cracking can be caused by several conditions, and we’ve listed a few of them below.
Drywall Shrinking and Expansion
By its very nature, drywall is a fickle building material. Drywall sheets themselves are very susceptible to moisture and they are held together with a mixture of drywall tape and mud. If the mud is mixed improperly, or if the drywall is put up under extremely humid or dry conditions, the seams in the drywall may shrink or expand as it dries. This drying and expanding can create uneven gaps between sheets, which can translate to superficial vertical and horizontal wall cracks down the road.
Temperature Fluctuations
If you live in an area of the country that experiences extreme variations in temperatures, whether seasonal or from day to night, the cracks in your walls may very well be caused by the contraction and expansion of construction materials. Some materials handle thermal variations better than others, and depending on what materials were used when framing your home, your interior walls may be more susceptible to surface-level cracking as outdoor temperatures rise and fall.
Poor Construction
In recent decades, the construction industry has seen a substantial boom, especially when it comes to new home construction. Unfortunately, many contractors struggle to find the balance between quality work and fast completion times, leaving many new homes lacking in high-quality construction. For example, roof joists that are not properly attached to the structural members of the frame may cause unsafe shifting with high winds or earth movement, and this can cause cracking of the interior walls as they struggle with the forces imposed upon them.
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New Home Settlement
If you’re beginning to notice cracks in the walls of your home, you may want to consider if the age of your home could be playing a role. When homes are new, there is bound to be some type of mild settling that occurs as the ground beneath adjusts to bearing the load of the home. If your home is not new, or if the cracks in your walls seem more severe or excessive than you would expect, it may be time to call in an engineer.
Foundation Trouble
Finally, if your interior walls are plagued with cracks that are becoming more numerous or severe, you may have a foundation issue. A strong, stable foundation is vital to ensuring your home is properly supported, and anything from soil washout to excessive pressure from tree roots can compromise its structural integrity. If your foundation is being compromised, issues such as settling and heaving may occur, causing cracked walls inside of your home. Cracks resulting from foundational issues can only be prevented by having foundational repairs completed.
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