Vertical Exclusive Crack Above Door Frame [Essential 2025]

A common culprit is a "butt joint" placed directly over the door corner. Proper installation involves using a full sheet of drywall and cutting out the door opening; if two pieces meet at the corner instead, that seam is prone to cracking.

The "worry factor" usually depends on the width and direction of the crack. When You Shouldn't Ignore the Cracks in the Wall vertical crack above door frame