How Is Stucco Repair Done?
Stucco is a finishing plaster that is applied to the exterior of homes all over the world, however, in warmer and more temperate climates, it does help to keep homes cooler. While traditional stucco is made using limestone and maintained with coats of whitewash so it does not crack as easily, replica plaster that is made using builders’ sand and Portland cement has a tendency to crack over time, which means
will be needed. It is quite easy to repair, especially minor cracks, although it does need some time and patience.
The first thing you need to do when it comes to stucco repair is to make sure there is no structural damage, especially in areas that suffer from earthquakes. Long vertical cracks are a sure sign of structural damage, as are cracks found around foundations, doors, and windows. When this is the case, you will need to hire a contractor to come and inspect your home to see if it is still safe to live in and make any repairs in order to keep your home standing. When a crack is minor, or you made it while making cosmetic changes, then you can repair it.
Minor cracks can often be repaired using caulk, this needs to be pumped into the crack and smoothed manually, which is why you should wear rubber gloves to avoid getting it all over your hands. Then, wipe the excess caulk off, and sprinkle sand on it so the
texture mimics the rest of your stucco, this will allow paint to adhere to the caulk so you can camouflage it further. However, when the crack is bigger, you will need to patch it using Portland cement and builders’ sand, mixed into a stiff but usable consistency.
Begin by widening and cleaning the crack out. Make the crack bigger at the base and narrower on the surface, this will create a keyhole for your compound to adhere to better. Then wet the surrounding stucco to stop it sucking water from the patch while it dries. If you would like to know more about our
stucco repair
service, then please do not hesitate to call A&G Stucco LLC in Baton Rouge, LA now at (225) 288-6733.