Wall Cracks: When to Worry and When It's Cosmetic
Hairline, diagonal, horizontal or stair-step: how to read a wall crack, track it and know when to call an engineer.

Walls and Paint · 1 guides
Drywall, plaster, ceilings and paint: what causes the problem, who can fix it and what it costs in a New Jersey home.
These walls and paint tips cover the most common wall and ceiling problems in New Jersey homes, from cracks and water stains to plaster repair and exterior painting. When you're ready for the repair, see our drywall services for walls and ceilings, or our painting services for interior and exterior paint.
Every guide on walls, ceilings and paint, from cracks and water stains to plaster repair and exterior paint.
Hairline, diagonal, horizontal or stair-step: how to read a wall crack, track it and know when to call an engineer.
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Send a close-up with a tape measure and a photo of the whole wall. If the photos show enough, you get a free written quote; if the damage needs a closer look, we visit first, at no charge.