Cracks in drywall are one of the most common problems in Calgary homes. Temperature swings, Chinook winds, and foundation settling put constant stress on your walls. A hairline crack today becomes a full seam split by next winter. If you've tried filling cracks with caulk or spackle and they keep coming back, it's because the repair method wasn't right. We fix cracks properly — with tape, compound, and finishing that holds up through Calgary's climate.
When You Need Drywall Crack Repair
Cracks along drywall seams are the most common type — they form where two sheets of board meet, usually because the original taping failed or the house has settled. Corner cracks appear where walls meet ceilings or other walls, often caused by framing movement. Diagonal cracks near windows and doors can indicate structural settling. If the crack is wider than a credit card, or if it's growing, it needs professional attention. Filling cracks with caulk is a temporary fix that will fail. Proper repair means cutting out the old tape, re-taping with mesh or paper tape, applying compound, and finishing to match the surrounding texture.
Our Drywall Crack Repair Process
We start by assessing the crack to determine the cause — settling, tape failure, or structural movement. For seam cracks, we remove the failed tape, clean the seam, re-tape with the appropriate tape type, and apply two to three coats of compound with sanding between each coat. For corner cracks, we use corner bead or flexible tape depending on the location. Once the compound is dry and sanded smooth, we match the surrounding wall texture so the repair blends in. The result is a paint-ready surface with no visible evidence of the original crack.
Drywall Crack Repair Cost in Calgary
Crack repair costs depend on the length, type, and location of the crack. A single seam crack is a quick fix. Multiple cracks across a room take more time. Corner cracks and ceiling cracks can be more involved depending on access. We provide a free written quote on-site before any work begins. No trip charge, no hidden fees. You know the price before we start.
Why Choose Us
We fix cracks so they stay closed — not just for a season, but for years. Every repair is finished to our paint-ready standard with matched texture. We carry WCB Alberta coverage and full liability insurance. Free written quotes with no trip charge. Same-week scheduling for most jobs. Alberta Building Code compliant work on every project.
This service is part of our Drywall Repair services. Visit our Calgary drywall contractor homepage to see everything we offer.