Then you should probably give your walls a quick once-over.

Drywall cracks are common – especially in older homes or homes with moisture damage. But we get it. It’s unsettling (ahem) to see your house become a remake of Money Pit.

But before you go all Tom Hanks and Shelley Long and stomp around the house pouting about the damage until you fall through the floor, consider a simple fix.

If it’s a hairline crack around a window, then mix up some 20-minute drywall compound and simply apply it over the crack with your finger. Before the mixture sets, use a clean, damp cloth to wipe down any marks from the overfill.

This same process can work on bigger cracks, too, but keep in mind that it might not match the rest of your wall. So if you’re really looking for the payoff at the end, where that dream of a country mansion is realized, you might want to consider a handyman.