Moisture-damaged stucco needs either repairs or remediation. Although these terms are similar, they describe very different approaches to resolving stucco troubles.
Is your stucco harboring hidden mold, rot, and water damage? Water-absorbent stucco is prone to cracking, making it susceptible to moisture intrusion. If your stucco has been compromised, over time your home becomes vulnerable to extensive damage. Don’t risk costly trouble by ignoring stucco issues. They can become major problems if left unattended.
Let’s dive into the difference between stucco remediation vs. stucco repair so you can get a better idea of what your home needs.
Basic Differences between Stucco Repair and Remediation
Stucco repair is quicker, simpler, and a short-term solution to stucco’s moisture issues. The problem with repairs is that the moisture issues typically return.
Stucco remediation takes more time to finish, is more complex, and is a long-term solution to moisture damaged stucco. While remediation is a larger investment than stucco repairs, the problem will be solved and won’t return, giving homeowners peace of mind and protecting their house with reliable, durable siding.
Stucco Repair Fixes Surface-Level Damage
The Repair Process
Stucco repair includes sealing or repairing small holes and tears in your stucco siding. It is inexpensive and easy to complete, but doesn’t address the root cause of the problem. It’s a short-term solution for minor damage. It buys you a little time if the problems the repair solves are small and recent.
What to Keep in Mind if You Repair Your Stucco
The cost of stucco repairs may simply end up postponing inevitable remediation. It may cost you less time and money in the long run to remediate (rather than repairing and remediating). So if your stucco is old, crumbling, or clearly suffering moisture issues, have your home inspected by a reputable contractor (like us!) who has experience with stucco.
Stucco Remediation Fixes the Underlying Issues That Caused Damage
Do you notice black streaks, cracks, or gaps in your stucco’s surface? If so, there are underlying issues that need to be addressed. Has your stucco been damaged for some time? The issue will likely need remediation because the moisture had time to cause mold, rot, and more.
The Remediation Process
- A thorough assessment of your stucco will be conducted to determine if repairs or remediation are the best solution.
- Your old stucco will be completely removed. The moisture damage such as mold and rot will be exposed.
- Underlying moisture damage will be dealt with. Wet, moldy sheathing and insulation will be carefully detached. New, dry materials will be installed so your home’s integrity is restored.
- If your windows or doors were impacted by water infiltration, they will be replaced with new ones.
- Water-resistant Hardie siding and trim will be installed. This durable, weather-resistant material will protect your home from water damage. You get to pick the style you desire, and can even choose a Hardie product that mimics the look of stucco—without the hassles of high maintenance and water infiltration issues.
- You will never have to deal with stucco moisture issues again!
The Primary Benefits of Stucco Remediation
- A Permanent Fix – The major benefit of stucco remediation is that your home exterior is permanently fixed. Underlying issues that opened your house up to moisture damage are resolved. When moisture problems are solved at their source, you won’t have them again!
- The Rest of Your Home Is Protected – If water penetrates your stucco and gets into your house’s walls, the interior structures are also being damaged by the moisture—until you uncover them and remove the problem. Stucco remediation ensures that your new siding and what it covers are all safeguarded from water intrusion.
Reliable Stucco Remediation for Your Southeastern Pennsylvania Home
Stucco may be attractive, but when moisture issues prevail, many health-related concerns can show up as a result. And structural damage can occur, compromising your home’s integrity while putting you at risk.
If your stucco is harboring hidden mold, rot, and water damage, you can get rid of the problem once and for all. With stucco remediation, your home’s beauty, value, and longevity will be restored. At Porter Family Exteriors, as a James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor, we install your new siding with precision and according to the manufacturer’s best practices so you get the long-term high performance you deserve. Learn more about how our stucco services can help put stucco’s moisture issues behind you for good!
