Stucco homes are sought after for their durability as well as their beauty. One classic stucco finish is the smooth, or Santa Barbara, finish common in Southwestern and European inspired architecture. This finish adds a clean look to any home. If you’ve been contemplating giving the exterior of your home a face-lift that will leave your neighbors in awe, read on to find out how to smooth stucco finish. Key Ingredients for How to Smooth Stucco Finish: Quality Materials: Quality materials are a must if … [Read more...] about How to Smooth Stucco Finish and Get Out of a Stucco Rut
Stucco Cracks: When To Worry?
Stucco is sturdy and beautiful, traditional yet timeless. There's a reason so many people love stucco. But no one loves blemishes on their home exterior, including cracking. If you're seeing stucco cracks, when to worry is a question you're undoubtedly asking yourself, given that cracking can speak to more damage and even rot beneath. We're here to offer some insight into stucco cracking and the course of action you should take. Assessing the cracks This step should be performed by experts. While all of us are … [Read more...] about Stucco Cracks: When To Worry?
Ask the Experts: Is Stucco or Siding Better?
Trying to choose between stucco or siding? We're here to break down what makes each a fine choice, depending on your needs and preferences. The Benefits of Stucco When stucco is installed properly by stucco experts like Ai Restoration, it's beautiful and cost-effective. Aesthetically, stucco has a classic appeal while allowing homeowners to add their individual preferences by choosing from various finishes. Stucco is also resistant to the extremely hot and cold temperatures of the Northeast, and it's … [Read more...] about Ask the Experts: Is Stucco or Siding Better?
Homeowners Need to Know: Is Stucco Waterproof?
If you’re like many people, you’re probably not an expert on every detail of the exterior of your stucco home. You may think you’re doing your best by simply power-washing or painting the exterior to keep it looking fresh. But these measures can cause or exacerbate problems with your stucco. If you own a stucco home, read on to find out how to save yourself from the expensive headaches that come with improper care or improper installation, and once and for all, understand, “Is stucco waterproof?” … [Read more...] about Homeowners Need to Know: Is Stucco Waterproof?
Make Stucco Siding Repairs Sooner Rather Than Later
Stucco can be beautiful as siding on a home, but it can be a difficult material to repair if it gets damaged. Often, problems such as mold and rot can’t be seen from the outside, but are present underneath the stucco. Leaving these damaging factors alone for too long can lead to greater deterioration. Stucco siding repairs should be completed as soon as possible by stucco experts such as the craftsmen at Ai Restoration. We provide the experience and skill necessary to complete stucco siding repairs quickly and … [Read more...] about Make Stucco Siding Repairs Sooner Rather Than Later
3 Benefits of Fiberglass House Siding
When you think of fiberglass, you might think of that thin, wavy material often seen in industrial settings. That’s not what we’re talking about. Fiberglass house siding is a much newer product developed specifically to outlast other siding materials. Read on to learn why this siding material has taken the industry by storm since its relatively recent invention. Fiberglass House Siding: What Makes It The Modern Siding Of Choice Homeowners who choose fiberglass house siding tend to be after the following … [Read more...] about 3 Benefits of Fiberglass House Siding
Why Many Stucco Crack Fillers Fail
When you first notice a crack in your stucco, it can be tempting to DIY the repair with a stucco crack filler. But before you spend the money and the man hours, let's talk about why many stucco crack fillers fail. Stucco Crack Fillers are No Match For Moving Buildings One reason cracks can appear in the stucco walls is because of wet/dry annual seasonal patterns. As we go from winter to summer to winter again, the ground beneath your home shrinks and swells and shrinks and swells. With time, this seasonal ground … [Read more...] about Why Many Stucco Crack Fillers Fail
Pa. sues Montco home builder Cutler Group over stucco issues
The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General filed a civil suit Thursday against the Cutler Group, alleging that the Plymouth Meeting-based home builder made misrepresentations to its customers by failing to provide weather-resistant new homes. The suit was filed in Montgomery County Court in Norristown by Chief Deputy Attorney General Sarah A. E. Frasch, director of the office's Bureau of Consumer Protection, as a result of an investigation by her department. In an interview, Frasch said the suit alleges that … [Read more...] about Pa. sues Montco home builder Cutler Group over stucco issues
How to Prevent Mold Growth on Your Stucco
Luckily, stucco isn’t highly susceptible to mold. In fact, it’s not highly susceptible to many serious maintenance issues at all. That’s why homeowners choose stucco as their home exterior option, time and time again! But mold is crafty, and if the circumstances are just right, it’ll find a way to grow (and grow and grow) onto, into and around your home. There are a few ways you can help prevent mold growth on your home, and only true stucco experts like those at Ai Restoration have the answers! Ai Restoration … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Mold Growth on Your Stucco
Why You Shouldn’t Paint Your Stucco
When a stain or crack appears on your stucco, your first instinct may be to pull out a paint can and cover the mark up with a few coats of a new color. But beware! Although painting your stucco might seem like a simple and handy solution, stucco professionals do not recommend it. There are many reasons why it can be harmful to the breathable, robust material homeowners all over our area love. Let Ai Restoration explain why! Ai Restoration is a stucco repair company in Somerset County and our skilled craftsmen … [Read more...] about Why You Shouldn’t Paint Your Stucco
