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How to fix bulging near load bearing wall?

Hi, I would like to have an advice regarding issue we are facing. We have recently bought this house 3 years old, load bearing wall separating lounge and room there is passage. Both sides of wall there are multiple bulging showing up. Would you please advise what could cause this and any recommendations for solutions would be much appreciated.

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EricL

Hello @patni209

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your bulging walls.

It is a bit of a worry that your plasterboard panels are buckling. It's possible that it has been improperly installed, and as the timber shifts during temperature changes it has caused the panels to run into each other causing it to buckle. However, it seems that some of the damages are a bit more severe than the others. I propose engaging the services of a local builder and having them investigate the roof truss and timber framing along with the foundation of the house. There is the possibility that the foundation of the house has shifted causing the walls to react in this way.

Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1 and @Nailbag for their recommendations.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

Nailbag

Hi @patni209

at first I thought it might have been caused by water ingress. But I can't see by the plasterboard fixing nails that it appears the wall is possibly being crushed where the rafters/truss's are. As @EricL mentioned I would be getting in contact quite urgently either a Qualified building inspector or a "registered" builder to have a look. The inspector will probably be your best bet.

A 3yr old house would also be covered under builders insurance.

Nailbag

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/47341#Comment_47341

Good Evening @patni209

I was thinking along the same lines as @Nailbag with some form of water damage. It kind of looks like there has been water in the ceiling space and you can see the lines of the trusses in the second last photo. Whichever way I agree with both @EricL and @Nailbag that it would be wise to get it checked out by a registed builder. At least that way you can rule out a leaky roof.

Dave

Jason

Hi @patni209,

Have you tried pricking the bulge to see if it contains water?

Jason

patni209

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/47354#Comment_47354

Hi Jason, the bulged plaster is hard can’t feel water.
Thanks

patni209

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/47333#Comment_47333

Thank you Eric I will get in touch with local builder as my builder has gone liquidation. Thank you again

patni209

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/47341#Comment_47341

Hi Nailbag, looking forward to go thru VMIA as my builder in liquidation.
thank you for the advise

patni209

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/85719#Comment_85719

Hi Dave, couldn’t see any water leaks from the roof when I inspected but i could be wrong, approaching couple of builder if they can come and have a look, do you recommend any builder in known, please advice.

much appreciated all of you

thank you all

EricL

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/108129#Comment_108129

Hello @patni209

Let me tag @Dave-1 to make them aware of your question. I can only suggest putting the job on Airtasker or Hipages.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/121325#Comment_121325

Good Evening @patni209

I couldnt see any leaks in my roofing either, then after seeing drops form I knew I really should have a second look and a third. I still have not tracked down where the drips are coming from. (pretty much that sometimes it takes someone who deals with these issues to know what the small signs are)

As to suggestions about finding a builder, here are a few that I have used.

Ask workmates, ask friends who they have used. Best way to find someone decent as your friends will give you theier opinon for sure 🙂

Jump into the big blue social medial F pages, Search withing F pages and all of a suddern your newsfeed will be filled with builders, especially from your local area. I use the algorithum for my own benifits 🙂

Once you find one either on recomendations or in facebook land, have a look at their jobs/photos. I know they will only post the better ones but still its a way to see how decent they are.

Doing the above will find you someone local, prob not the cheapest but definently someone you have seen their work. I think its a wise move to have a "builder", a "sparky". a "plumber", and a "carpenter" in your list of tradie mates 🙂 Treat them right on their first job, give a hand if they let you and at the very least they will remember you for the next thing you have. I have a carpenter/builder mate and a plumber mate, both Ive met through work contacts 🙂

Dave

patni209

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/129600#Comment_129600

Thank you Dave,

would you please help me getting your builders details for an advise to come have a look.

much appreciated

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/134844#Comment_134844

Morning @patni209

Sorry it dosnt work that way 🙂

You and I could be anywhere between Aus and NZ 🙂 or even potentially anywhere.

This is somthing that you will start with as they will be your "go to" trades when possible.

Id pick say a carpenter to start with, then if you are happy with them ask if they know a plumber or sparky. They will know for sure and they will also know for your area 🙂 Its a matter of being friendly, being procative as in making clear decisions and discussing with them. You build up a relationship with them.

Dave

Nailbag

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/134844#Comment_134844

Hi @patni209

When searching for a builder make sure they are a "registered builder" who will have a registered number. This qualification is chalk and cheese to a carpenter who are also commonly referred to or refer themselves as a "builder".

Another place to start other than @Dave-1 suggestions is to drop into a local building approvals company. They work with registered builders every day and will be able to steer you towards a few recommendations.

Regards Nailbag

patni209

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/138258#Comment_138258

Thank you so much Dave ,

patni209

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/138267#Comment_138267

Guys, do you recommend Building inspectors can help finding cause? One of workmate advised to get a building inspector. Please advise

Dave-1

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/140552#Comment_140552

EVening @patni209

A builder would be the person I would source, they will be able to see and fix it. A building inspector will check to see if there are issues and then list them for you, not neccasarily fix them. A building inspector will know the rules back to front I would also say.

Dave

EricL

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/140552#Comment_140552

Hello @patni209

I agree with @Dave-1's suggestion it's best to get a local builder instead of an inspector. When you do find a builder make sure that they have references so that they can show you their work and who they have serviced.

Eric

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