Six Problems You Can Avoid By Investing In Stucco Repair

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Six Problems You Can Avoid By Investing In Stucco Repair

27 January 2023
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If your home features stucco exterior walls, you might eventually need to have stucco repair done to restore the condition and appearance of your home's exterior. You can find yourself having to deal with numerous problems if your stucco becomes damaged and you don't have repairs done promptly.

The following are six problems you can fix or avoid by investing in stucco repair.

Water damage on the interior of your home

Stucco walls that are in good condition can prevent water from penetrating a home. If stucco walls become damaged, they could allow water to get into a home's interiors and cause water damage such as rot, mold, and mildew growth.

Water damage is unpleasant and expensive to repair, so it's important to avoid such damage by keeping stucco in good condition. 

Deep cracks in your stucco

Cracks can form in stucco over time due to moisture exposure or temperature changes. These cracks are likely to expand as time goes on if they are not repaired. Cracks in stucco can give a property a rundown appearance, so it's important to have them repaired promptly. 

Decreases in the resale value of your property

Damaged stucco on a home can cause all kinds of aesthetic issues and reduced curb appeal. This will inevitably cause a home's resale value to go down. It's therefore especially important to have stucco repair done if you're considering putting your home on the market in the near future. 

Missing portions of stucco

Stucco damage could consist of entire portions of stucco that have come loose and are missing. Impact damage is one of the most common causes of missing stucco portions. Fortunately, a stucco repair service should easily be able to patch up missing stucco portions for you to restore the appearance of your exterior walls.

Stains in your stucco

Stains can develop in a home's exterior stucco walls that detract from a home's appearance and could make a home appear dirty. Unfortunately, it's not typically enough to simply paint over such stains. Instead, stucco stains can sometimes be removed through a thorough cleaning. 

Reduced HVAC efficiency

Cracks in stucco or missing stucco portions can make it easier for exterior air to penetrate your home. If exterior air is readily able to penetrate your home, the HVAC efficiency of your home will go down. This will make it more difficult and costly for you to control your home's interior climate. 

Contact a stucco contractor for more information.