Whether you live in an apartment, condo, or duplex, it is almost certain that you have a shared wall. A shared wall, also known as a party wall or demising wall, is any wall that is also a wall in another unit within your community. Now, whether or not that particular unit is occupied plays a major role in how you prioritize drywall crack repairs. If you do not have a shared wall, or the unit on the other side is vacant, you may not be in a hurry to repair any cracks in it; but you really should be. Regardless of what’s on (or not on) the other side of your shared wall, drywall crack repair should be a top priority.

Continue reading to learn all the reasons why.

📾 Noise Reduction

If you do have a shared wall with an occupied unit, you might hear them from time to time. Depending on the quality of the drywall and installation, sounds like the television, stereo, dinner conversation, stair traffic, and more, can easily penetrate through to the other side. Even with good installation and product, sounds can still penetrate to a degree. Now add in some drywall cracks, and the sounds can seep through even more. This is just one reason why prompt drywall crack repair is so important to your indoor comfort.

👃 Unwanted Odors

As if noise wasn’t enough, it gets worse. Because sounds are not the only thing that can seep through drywall. Odors are another threat, especially for walls with drywall cracks. If you neglect to repair drywall cracks on a shared wall with an occupied unit, you risk stomaching any smells that are produced on the other side. Odors from cooking, pets, candles, chemicals, garbage, and more can seep through drywall cracks and into your home.

🔥 Fire Protection

Another important factor with shared walls and drywall cracks is fire damage. If a fire breaks out in the connecting unit, drywall cracks on shared walls can allow smoke, soot, odor, and even flames, to come through. Depending on code requirements, a shared wall in good condition can even help prevent the spread of fire by preventing oxygen from next door from feeding the fire.

Indianapolis Drywall Repair Near You

Call Drywall by Local Builders at 317-269-7319 for Indianapolis drywall repair and installation service. We are experienced drywall contractors who offer a wide range of residential and commercial drywall service, including repair, replacement, installation, new home construction, metal stud framing, custom drywall texture, grid ceilings, and much more. Call 317-269-7319 to request a free estimate, today.