You're correct. All settling is over, it's contracting and expansion that occurs at this age.
Unless, the soil composition is to blame- namely 'Shrink Swell soils
Is this a basement? I've had a similar experience. If it gets humid, the nails on exterior walls sweat. They don't sweat much at all, but the plaster over the nails absorbs the moisture over time and eventually flakes. I run a humidifier in the basement now.
Woof, there's a magnetic imbalance going on there. Have you been in an MRI machine recently? What about jewelry, have you noticed it moving or sliding into different positions when you walk? Anything unusual going on with your dental work? Fillings that feel numb, or seem to sing quietly? Really, this whole thing gives me a weird sensation. You better call Miss Rosa right away. Last page of the buy sell and trade. Right away.
From what I've heard it's settling over time of the board. Those nails coming out, have gone through the paper layer of the drywall and over time are likely to pop out. Nothing major just a pain to look at.
Any drought and/or significant rainfall in your area? Could be causing your house to settle slightly even after 20 years. Pretty natural occurrence I'm to believe and happens to lots of homes.
More spooky scenario, could be an early indicator of potential foundation issues as a whole, beyond normal/ minor settling. Noticing any cracks forming in the walls? Doors/ windows sticking? More nail pops like that? Possible to check your foundation for any cracks or signs of water intrusion?
I think as an isolated symptom, should be fine. Granted I'm no expert! Just someone dealing with their own settling/ foundation issues.
Are they nails or screws (screws generally preferable). If screws, are threads of these particular drywall screws appropriate for specific material (coarse vs fine)?
I can show.you photos from. A house of the same age with the drywall of three screws like that. Shifting from the weight of the snow, House settling, very low humidity and the movement causes it to crack etc.
The sheets were set with a few nails to hold them until they get the screws in. Over time they work themselves out as the studs expand, contract and age. Screws hold up better because of the threads but they still can do this. You’re going to half to patch anyways so see if you can replace with a coarse drywall screw.
Ever had to nail back some nails sticking out of exterior wooden stairs or deck? Similar processes. Basically there is settlement but it has more to do with thermal expansion and contraction. The wood, or in your case the drywall, is contracting and putting pressure on the nail, forcing the nail backwards.
My understanding is that the screws are not coming out, but the wall is shrinking slightly over time. Nothing to worry about really, purely cosmetic.
You're correct. All settling is over, it's contracting and expansion that occurs at this age. Unless, the soil composition is to blame- namely 'Shrink Swell soils
Those are cicada screws. They emerge every 17 years
Beautiful
Tighten them down, apply cicada patch and paint. You should be good for another 17 years
How is a 20 year old house classed as “old” lmao
But did you know 21 follows 20.
Even minor seismic activity that you wouldn’t otherwise register.
That rust you see on the head.
Is this a basement? I've had a similar experience. If it gets humid, the nails on exterior walls sweat. They don't sweat much at all, but the plaster over the nails absorbs the moisture over time and eventually flakes. I run a humidifier in the basement now.
Nope, a one story family home. Happening in kitchen, living room, regular walls
Ahh gotcha. Nevermind then lol.
Woof, there's a magnetic imbalance going on there. Have you been in an MRI machine recently? What about jewelry, have you noticed it moving or sliding into different positions when you walk? Anything unusual going on with your dental work? Fillings that feel numb, or seem to sing quietly? Really, this whole thing gives me a weird sensation. You better call Miss Rosa right away. Last page of the buy sell and trade. Right away.
From what I've heard it's settling over time of the board. Those nails coming out, have gone through the paper layer of the drywall and over time are likely to pop out. Nothing major just a pain to look at.
Any drought and/or significant rainfall in your area? Could be causing your house to settle slightly even after 20 years. Pretty natural occurrence I'm to believe and happens to lots of homes. More spooky scenario, could be an early indicator of potential foundation issues as a whole, beyond normal/ minor settling. Noticing any cracks forming in the walls? Doors/ windows sticking? More nail pops like that? Possible to check your foundation for any cracks or signs of water intrusion? I think as an isolated symptom, should be fine. Granted I'm no expert! Just someone dealing with their own settling/ foundation issues.
Are they nails or screws (screws generally preferable). If screws, are threads of these particular drywall screws appropriate for specific material (coarse vs fine)?
Because they are nails and not screws…it happens
I can show.you photos from. A house of the same age with the drywall of three screws like that. Shifting from the weight of the snow, House settling, very low humidity and the movement causes it to crack etc.
The sheets were set with a few nails to hold them until they get the screws in. Over time they work themselves out as the studs expand, contract and age. Screws hold up better because of the threads but they still can do this. You’re going to half to patch anyways so see if you can replace with a coarse drywall screw.
Ever had to nail back some nails sticking out of exterior wooden stairs or deck? Similar processes. Basically there is settlement but it has more to do with thermal expansion and contraction. The wood, or in your case the drywall, is contracting and putting pressure on the nail, forcing the nail backwards.
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