When it comes to choosing a finish material for your home, options abound. While it’s always good to have choices in life, sometimes the sheer number of options can be overwhelming. If you’re looking into stucco as a siding solution for your home, or even if you already own a home that features stucco, you may be asking yourself, “how long does a stucco exterior last?” Before we get right into it, we’re going to briefly explore the many benefits of stucco. At AI Restoration, we’ve spent years installing, repairing … [Read more...] about How Long Does a Stucco Exterior Last? | Ai Restoration
Replacing Windows in Stucco: We Don’t Take Shortcuts! | Ai Restoration
If you’re a homeowner whose home features stucco, sooner or later you’re going to face the reality of window replacement. We’ll give you the bad news first. Poorly installed windows can create dangerous vulnerabilities in your home; chinks in the armor of your siding that allow water to seep in and invite some seriously unpleasant housemates like mold, mildew and rot. Here’s the good news: Ai Restoration has been replacing windows in stucco for years and we’re confident that we can give you a safe, secure window … [Read more...] about Replacing Windows in Stucco: We Don’t Take Shortcuts! | Ai Restoration
Stucco Door Replacement: Fixing Leaks for Good | Ai Restoration
When it comes to maintaining the beauty and integrity of your home, addressing water leaks around stucco-framed doors is crucial. If the water damage around your door is extensive enough, it’s time to look into stucco door replacement. That’s where Ai Restoration comes in. We specialize in all things stucco - including stucco door replacement! Read ahead for a better idea of just why to trust us with replacing the doors in your stucco home. Spoiler Alert: it’s an assurance of beauty and protection for your home … [Read more...] about Stucco Door Replacement: Fixing Leaks for Good | Ai Restoration
Are Hairline Cracks in Stucco Normal? When to Take Action
Are you a homeowner whose home features stucco in its construction? Perhaps you’ve been noticing hairline cracks in the stucco, plunging you down the rabbit hole of home maintenance anxiety. At AI Restoration, we understand that fear quickly multiplies in the face of the unknown. That’s why we’ve written up this little piece to share everything we know about hairline cracks in stucco. That way you can tell the difference between normal wear and tear, subtle signs of larger issues, and everything in between. So tune … [Read more...] about Are Hairline Cracks in Stucco Normal? When to Take Action
Fixing Stucco: Signs It’s Time for Remediation
If your home or business building uses stucco as a major part of its exterior envelope, there are plenty of signs of deterioration or damage to keep a close eye on over time. But that doesn't mean fixing stucco should be stressful. While it is an extremely durable product that serves to secure and protect other potentially vulnerable construction components, stucco that has been improperly installed can wreak havoc on your home. A few stucco problems to look out for include: Dark, visible staining Mold, … [Read more...] about Fixing Stucco: Signs It’s Time for Remediation
Eastern PA’s #1 Stucco Company: Ai Restoration
Picture this: you’ve just closed on your dream home. You couldn’t be happier. Months, or even a few short years down the road, you start to notice some water damage behind your stucco on the exterior of your home. You’ll likely Google something like “stucco companies near me,” and you’re then faced with an array of contractors and construction companies. How can you be sure you’re making the right choice? Stay Dry with Ai, the Best Stucco Company Near Bucks County and Beyond At Ai Restoration, we’ve proudly … [Read more...] about Eastern PA’s #1 Stucco Company: Ai Restoration
Replacing Rotten Wooden Window Frames: Why You Should Replace Your Stucco Too
As a home or business owner, you likely have your hands full with projects. Whether you bought a new home years ago, or an old home recently, exterior fixes for windows, doors, or siding are all too common. Windows in particular are such an important feature of a home. And when rotten wooden window frames require replacing, it's also good practice to have the surrounding stucco evaluated for water damage. What Causes Rotten Wooden Window Frames? Simply put, sometimes building structures deteriorate. It can be a … [Read more...] about Replacing Rotten Wooden Window Frames: Why You Should Replace Your Stucco Too
How to Identify Stucco Cracks
If you’ve noticed cracks beginning to appear on the surface of your home’s surface, the culprit is usually one of two things. Either water has seeped beneath the stucco causing it to warp and crack, or the stucco is shrinking, leading to gaps and cracks. In both instances, improper stucco installation is to blame. How To Identify Stucco Cracks — Types of Cracks Cracking in stucco can range from a small problem to a very large problem, but in most cases, it’s impossible to see the extent of the damage just by … [Read more...] about How to Identify Stucco Cracks
Understanding the Benefits of Fiberglass Siding and Vinyl Siding
Fiberglass Siding Vs. Vinyl Siding When it comes to choosing a siding for your home, we have several options for our customers. While we’re certainly experts and happy to help in the decision making process, we want our clients to understand why a specific decision was made. To help you better understand to the differences between fiberglass siding and vinyl siding, we’ve laid out a few of the benefits of each product. Armed with this information, we hope making a decision about which siding to use will be a … [Read more...] about Understanding the Benefits of Fiberglass Siding and Vinyl Siding
Cement Board Siding: Is the Cost Worth the Benefits?
We realize that cement board siding is a high-end product, so it’s important to us that our clients know what they’re paying for. To help educate our clients, we’ve come up with the several reasons why we use James Hardie cement board siding. What makes cement board siding so great? It looks amazing. First and foremost, cement board siding is going to look beautiful on your home. It’s textured to look like wood planks or shingles. Whether you have a modern or traditional style home, cement board siding will … [Read more...] about Cement Board Siding: Is the Cost Worth the Benefits?
