Drywall
During the life of your home, minor cracking, nail pops, or seams may become visible in the walls and ceilings. These are caused by the shrinkage of the wood and normal deflection of rafters and wood studs to which the drywall is attached.
Homeowner Maintenance
With the exception of the one-time repair service provided by Classic, any drywall repair is your maintenance responsibility.
Ceilings
The ceilings in your home are easy to maintain; periodically remove dust or cobwebs as part of your normal cleaning and repaint as needed.
Repairs
| Problem | Repair |
|---|---|
| Hairline cracks | Repair with a coat of paint |
| Slightly larger cracks | Repair with spackle or caulk |
| Nail pops | Reset the nail, cover with spackle, sand, and paint |
| Indentations from sharp objects | Fill with spackle in the same manner as nail pops |
How to Correct a Nail Pop
- Reset the nail with a hammer and punch
- Cover it with spackle, which is available at paint, home improvement, and hardware stores
- Apply two or three thin coats
- When dry, sand the surface with fine-grain sandpaper
- Paint
Related Topics
- Paint and Stain - Touch-up painting
- Expansion and Contraction - Why cracks appear
- Condensation - Controlling indoor moisture
Warranty Coverage: See Drywall Standards for coverage details.