Stucco damage is the king of home exterior material but that doesn’t mean it’s totally invincible. Don’t get us wrong, stucco can withstand a pretty intense beating from wind, rain and snow which is why it can last nearly a century if taken care of properly! However, if there’s anything that really causes it to suffer, it’s moisture. If you neglect your stucco and allow cracks and dirt to make their way onto the surface, moisture is bound to make its way within the walls of your home and this can become a serious … [Read more...] about The Causes of Stucco Moisture Problems
Frequently Asked Stucco Questions
Whether you’re a long time stucco home owner, or you’re new to the stucco world, there is a lot to learn about the beautiful and sturdy exterior material. How long will it last? What does maintenance look like? Can I paint stucco? These are all questions that may come to mind when trying to learn about stucco homes, but to get the answers, don’t just ask any contractor. Find out the truth about stucco from the reliable and trusted stucco experts at Ai Restoration! Ai Restoration is a Bucks County stucco repair … [Read more...] about Frequently Asked Stucco Questions
Sealing Your Stucco: The Facts
Many people think that painting your stucco is the best way to seal and color your home, but this is a myth! Common exterior paint is not made for stucco and can damage stucco’s breathability and trap moisture. If you want to keep your stucco looking great and lasting as long as possible, traditional paint is not the way to go. The alternative is having a professional seal your stucco home with a specialized coating material that will be able to make your home look like new again! Ai Restoration is a Somerset … [Read more...] about Sealing Your Stucco: The Facts
Easy Tips to Keep Your Stucco Clean
If you own a home, you know that there are countless household chores that need to be done in order to keep it in good condition. Electricity, plumbing and heating are just a few examples of the many parts of a home that require regular attention, not to mention the aesthetic aspects like cleaning and lawn mowing. Homeowners often forget that cleaning your stucco exterior is just as important as any other household chore. That's why the experts at Ai Restoration are here to tell you how to make stucco cleaning easy … [Read more...] about Easy Tips to Keep Your Stucco Clean
Top Stucco Preventative Maintenance Tips
As you may already know from some of our past blog posts, stucco is a cement and sand mixture, which makes for an incredibly safe and durable home siding material. However, like any other part of your home, stucco should be properly taken care of and maintained throughout the year to keep it strong. Waiting until the last possible minute to have your stucco inspected and repaired may seem like the easiest option, but that can actually hurt your stucco and cost you more money if the damage calls for major repairs. … [Read more...] about Top Stucco Preventative Maintenance Tips
Should You Purchase a Stucco Home?
When searching for your next home, there are countless questions and concerns you probably want answered before you put a down payment on a house. Bedroom count, square footage and safety are some examples of things that are important to most house-hunters, not to mention the style and curb appeal. If you’ve already begun the search, you may have noticed that the stucco homes in the Lehigh Valley are very popular. Now you’re asking yourself, ‘What kind of benefits can a stucco home offer?’ Well, Ai Restoration can … [Read more...] about Should You Purchase a Stucco Home?
How to Prevent Water Damage in Your Stucco Home
If you think a little moisture behind your walls is no problem, think again. Stains, leaks and mold - some of homeowners’ worst nightmares when it comes to home maintenance issues - all are caused by water. Without proper care, these kinds of problems can cause serious and sometimes permanent damage to your home. So why even risk it? Find out how to nip the problem in the bud and stop water damage from ever making its way into your home. Ai Restoration is a Main Line stucco repair company that has the most … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Water Damage in Your Stucco Home
What to Expect When Choosing Stucco
If you are thinking about buying a stucco home, or replacing your siding material with stucco, you may have a lot of questions about whether or not it’s the right choice for you and your family. You’ve probably seen many stucco homes throughout the Mercer County area, but it’s hard to get a good idea of the material’s strengths and weakness from just a glance. That’s why getting the lowdown from an expert is the best way to find out if a stucco home is right for you. Ai Restoration is Mercer County’s top stucco … [Read more...] about What to Expect When Choosing Stucco
How to Take Care of Your Stucco
If you love the classic yet functional look of the stucco siding on your home, then making sure it stays in good condition should be one of the top items on your home maintenance to-do list! Luckily, keeping stucco well-maintained is pretty easy since it requires very little upkeep compared to other siding options. However, there are still a few important dos and don’ts you should familiarize yourself with if you really want your stucco to last a lifetime. Don’t know where to turn for help? That’s why Ai … [Read more...] about How to Take Care of Your Stucco
Repairing vs. Replacing Stucco – What’s The Way to Go?
When you notice the first crack in your stucco home, chances are that a repair from a skilled stucco craftsman is all that’s needed to fix the problem and make your home look like new again. Of course over time, more cracks and stains may appear due to general wear, but at what point do you skip the repair and ask your go-to stucco team to do a total stucco replacement? If you’ve ever asked yourself this question, Ai Restoration is here with an answer! Ai Restoration is a Montgomery County stucco repair and … [Read more...] about Repairing vs. Replacing Stucco – What’s The Way to Go?
