Are your walls cracking up? Don’t think it’s funny? Wondering why walls crack in the first place?
There are a number of reasons and hiring a local Perth professional to inspect your walls to determine the reason is a must.
But first, we’re here to tell you why walls actually crack.
Some of the reasons include:
Soil
Moisture in the soil beneath the building is one of the most common reasons for wall cracks.
Reactive Soil is a type of soil that expands dramatically when moist and contracts when dry, such as clay, for example.
Non-reactive soil types include sand and gravel. To determine if this is the cause, a professional can test the soil to identify its type.
Weather
Extreme changes in temperature and humidity along with drought and floods can cause structural material to shrink and expand. This movement causes cracks to form.
Humidity particularly impacts on wood, causing door frames and skirting boards to contract and expand which will, in turn, put pressure on plastered walls.
Weight
Load-bearing walls are meant to support the weight of the building and ensure it remains standing. Too much weight, however, can contribute to wall cracks.
Hanging particularly heavy objects from a wall may also cause cracks to appear.
Moisture or water damage
Frequent water exposure can contribute to cracking walls.
Blocked gutters, flood damage, garden sprinklers and blocked or leaking pipes can saturate your walls and subject them to prolonged exposure to moisture, causing contraction and expansion.
Poor workmanship
Unfortunately, some wall cracking can purely be due to poor design and construction or even the use of faulty building materials.
Foundation settling
You’ve been in your house for a few years and have well and truly settled in. What may surprise you, is that your house takes a little bit longer and the wall cracks may simply be due to the foundation of your house settling in.
Are your wall cracks worth the worry?
How do you know if your wall cracks are worth the worry?
In some cases, such as in the case of structural damage, you will need to have the cracks repaired to prevent further damage. So, before having a go at fixing your cracks, arrange for a professional (like us) to inspect your walls and recommend your next course of action.
Wall cracks can be expensive to repair if they involve are structural problems. Ignoring wall cracks, however, will only make the problem worse and the costs much greater.
Don’t risk leaving it until it becomes a bigger problem. Let us assess your wall cracks and repair, patch and paint your walls (if necessary) – your landlord will never know.
At NexGenTradies in Perth, we specialise in wall repairs, patching and painting, and service residential and commercial properties across Fremantle and all Perth metro areas – all our work is covered by a 12-month warranty too, giving you extra peace of mind.
Contact us to find out more and request a free fixed quote today.
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