[DangeloInspections]

Garage ceiling cracking is a very common finding. The Villages do use screws, however, cracking in the garage and lanai ceilings are found during warranty inspections all the time.

As VillageTinker mentioned, sometimes they do appear after the one year warranty.

These cracks are more aesthetic than structural. They can open and close dependant on the weather, humidity, temperature, etc. Sometimes they are VERY difficult to find, sometimes they are obvious. Usually when you find one, you will find others 4 foot away from the crack you found. Typically the builder's subcontractor will caulk this crack and do some paint touch up. If the crack is more severe it may need to be opened up and re-mudded. Personally, I prefer to use a Durabond 90 joint compound on these stubborn cracks, as it is a more durable type of joint compound. That being said, I am not a drywall expert.

Cracking can also be found inside the home, especially in trayed ceilings and ceilings that transition from flat to a slope. They can also be found extending from outside corners, etc.

Because of the knockdown finish, it can be quite difficult to repair these cracks and have them not be more noticeable.

Hope that helps! Frank D.