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?
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
Here’s Why Bucks County Residents Are Choosing Stucco
As a homeowner, you have so many options for exterior siding material. Vinyl, stone, wood and brick are just a few of the many examples. So why is it that if you drive through Bucks County and the surrounding areas, so many of the homes are flaunting the stucco look? It’s pretty simple, stucco checks off just about everything on a homeowner’s exterior siding wish list. From practicality to aesthetic, stucco is always a winner! Ai Restoration is Buck County’s top stucco repair and replacement company. With our 17 … [Read more...] about Here’s Why Bucks County Residents Are Choosing Stucco
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
