Is the stucco on your home showing signs of age, wear and/or mold growth from moisture infiltration? It may be time to call Ai Restoration, the provider of stucco remediation Doylestown PA property owners have depended on for more than two decades. Today, we'll tell you more about the process we follow when we receive a call from a Bucks County area resident who's concerned about the state of their stucco. Stucco Remediation Doylestown PA | Ai Restoration Improperly installed or maintained stucco can lead to … [Read more...] about Stucco Remediation Doylestown PA | Ai Restoration
Stucco Remediation
Stucco Weep Screed Retrofit: Can It Be Done?
If you have stucco on the exterior of your home or business, there should be a piece of metal flashing along the base of the stucco, at the bottom of the exterior wall. This is known as weep screed, and it's a key component of your stucco system that allows water to drain out. If your system lacks this critical part, you may be wondering: Could doing a stucco weep screed retrofit be a viable solution? Ai Restoration is here to explain why this unfortunately won't cut it when it comes to saving your structure from … [Read more...] about Stucco Weep Screed Retrofit: Can It Be Done?
How to Find Good Exterior Stucco Contractors Near Me
Finding a good stucco contractor is serious business. You’re trusting them with the entire exterior of your home and you want to make sure that the job is done properly. Next time you find yourself wondering, “Where can I find quality exterior stucco contractors near me?”, take these tips into consideration. Tip No. 1 - Check the quality of their work. The best way to evaluate if a stucco contractor will do a good job on your home is to take a look at their past jobs. Checking out their portfolio and looking … [Read more...] about How to Find Good Exterior Stucco Contractors Near Me
Fixing Stucco on Your House: Why You Should Never DIY
A stucco repair job sounds pretty straightforward, right? Just mix it into a wheelbarrow and slather it all over the side of your house. Unfortunately, there's a lot more to it than that. While stucco can be both beautiful and protective, it can also be finicky. A thin patch here or there, or a developing crack, and you could develop moisture problems. Then you're looking at expensive remediation. If you're fixing stucco on your house, the same troubles can happen. How do you know if you've removed enough damaged … [Read more...] about Fixing Stucco on Your House: Why You Should Never DIY
Stucco Remediation Near Me: 3 Questions to Ask Your Contractor
If you’re searching for “stucco remediation near me,” you've likely realized that there is moisture trapped within the walls of stucco home and it's causing rot, mold, leaks or other damage. You likely have several questions, but below are the three most important questions to ask your stucco remediation contractor. What Caused the Problem? First, and most basic, you should understand what caused the problem? A good contractor will provide you with detailed project scopes so that you know exactly what went wrong. … [Read more...] about Stucco Remediation Near Me: 3 Questions to Ask Your Contractor
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
Stucco Remediation: Replacing Windows and Doors
Many homeowners might not know that remediating stucco and installing new windows and doors go hand in hand. Windows and doors are notorious culprits when it comes to moisture damage in homes given that when improperly installed, they are a common entry point for rain water. When water is allowed to seep into the siding through gaps in windows and doors and then sits there without a place to drain, it causes irreparable damage to the home. FAQs About Replacing Windows and Doors During a Stucco Remediation At Ai … [Read more...] about Stucco Remediation: Replacing Windows and Doors
Problems With Stucco Moisture: Repair vs. Remediation
If you experience problems with stucco moisture, you may be wondering when it's time for repair or remediation. When does a crack need simple repair versus remediation? When is discoloration merely cosmetic versus a sign of more serious problems? Is mold in your home always due to stucco problems, or could something else be going on? Let's look deeper into the causes of stucco moisture problems and repair and remediation. Common Causes of Problems Let's review some of the more common causes of problems with your … [Read more...] about Problems With Stucco Moisture: Repair vs. Remediation
EIFS Water Damage: When It’s Time for Remediation
Synthetic stucco, also known as exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS), can be finicky. As with any siding system on your home, its purpose is to protect your home from moisture. So if you face water damage, the system becomes compromised. However, full remediation can be expensive, costing both time and money. Today, we'll talk about EIFS water damage, and when you need to consider remediation. Causes of EIFS Water Damage In order to determine whether or not you need remediation, we first need to consider … [Read more...] about EIFS Water Damage: When It’s Time for Remediation
Common Causes of Stucco Failures and Remediation
If you've had problems with your stucco in the past, few things can be so frustrating. Most of the time, stucco failures require remediation. After all, if the root problem doesn't get addressed, you can expect to require repair after repair after repair. Because a repair simply addresses external damage, but remediation aims to address the root cause. With that in mind, what causes stucco failures? Thankfully, they come down to one of two simple reasons: an incomplete stucco system or improper installation. Let's … [Read more...] about Common Causes of Stucco Failures and Remediation
