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– Types of ceiling cracks<\/a>
– How to fix ceiling cracks<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your house is a huge investment. That is why any small crack in the ceiling or sign of peeling paint or any tile coming off the floor can be a source of concern. After all you have spent your life\u2019s savings and hard-earned money in constructing your dream home. You don\u2019t want to see your house showing up any defects. Even if you have done your best in choosing quality construction materials, you might see some visible cracks in the wall or ceiling, a few years down the line. However, not all cracks in the ceiling should worry you. In this blog, we will discuss the types of ceiling cracks and how to fix cracks in the ceiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, without further ado, let\u2019s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let us first quickly understand the types of cracks in the ceiling and what causes these cracks before we explore the remedy part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Ceiling Cracks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are different types of ceiling cracks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

All man-made concrete structures are susceptible to cracks as they age. Just like wrinkles on the skin show old age, similarly cracks show that the property is an old one. However, at times there are other factors at play. Let us take a look at the ways you can determine if the crack in your ceiling is something to worry about.
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Structural Cracks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These cracks reflect structural problems with the building. Is your roof sagging from the centre? Do you feel that your ceiling would just fall if there is heavy rainfall? Is there a big crack running through the centre of your ceiling continuing down the wall of the house? If the answer to all of the questions posed above is a yes, then the ceiling of your house is facing a structural crack and should be repaired immediately to avoid any mishap or accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another thing that helps differentiate between a structural and an aesthetic crack is if the crack in the wall is 1\/16th<\/sup> inch wide then this means that it is a structural crack. If the cracks appear towards the edges of the ceiling then it is not of much concern as it is not a structural crack. For structural cracks, you need to call an expert who can take a good look at the crack and fix it accordingly. If you still want to repair a structural crack in the ceiling on your own, then you should inject your cracks with an epoxy and urethane material to seal them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aesthetic Cracks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These cracks are superficial in nature and don\u2019t run down the structure of the building. It usually appears on the sides of the ceiling and is not 1\/16 inch deep. This is a general guideline in order to identify the types of ceiling cracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Factors that Contribute to Cracks in the Ceiling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some of the common factors that result in ceiling cracks are mentioned below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n