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Not all cracks mean the same thing. Here's how to tell common, cosmetic cracking apart from cracks worth watching.
Many North Texas homes develop minor cracking over time over time, and in most cases it's a normal result of the seasonal expansion and contraction of our expansive clay soil. As the ground shifts slightly under your foundation, that small movement travels up through the frame of your house and shows up as hairline cracks in drywall, especially around doors, windows, and ceiling corners.
There are a few common crack patterns homeowners notice: hairline cracks radiating from door and window corners, small gaps where ceilings meet walls, and nail pops where drywall fasteners work loose over time. Each has a slightly different cause, but most are cosmetic and easy to repair.
Hairline cracks from door and window corners.
Small gaps where ceiling meets wall.
We repair nail pops and texture the repaired areas to match the surrounding surface.
Take photos of cracks to track changes over time.
Measure width if a crack seems to be growing.
Have cracks reviewed each season, not just once.
Call a professional if a crack changes quickly.
Small, stable hairline cracks near doors, windows, and ceiling corners can be common in North Texas homes. If a crack changes quickly or appears with other warning signs, have it evaluated by a qualified foundation specialist
Cracks that widen, change quickly, or appear with stair-step cracks in brick or doors and windows that begin sticking should be evaluated by a qualified foundation specialist.
We're happy to help you understand what's normal and what's not.