Over the course of your home’s
first year you may notice small cracks or gaps where seemingly perfect walls
and floors were before. What causes this change and should you be concerned?
A lot changes in your home over
the first year. The materials used to build your home will begin to dry out
which can account for minor changes in appearance.
The weight of the home itself
will cause it to settle onto the ground it sits on. This can cause small
hairline cracks especially over doors and windows. Nails may pop out of the walls a bit and door
frames may shift.
All of this is normal part of the
process of owning a home and not a cause of concern about the quality of the
home. However if you have questions be
sure to talk with your builder and they can identify any potential issues.
There are a few things you as a
homeowner can do to prevent some of the cosmetic changes in your home during
the first year. Try to keep your home at
a consistent temperature. Use fans in
the bathroom and kitchen. Invest in a humidifier if you feel the humidity level
in your home is leading to additional issues.
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