Looking over your stucco home, you’ve noticed some cracking—or worse, mold. Now, you’re trying to figure out if you should call the experts or if you can do a DIY repair. In this blog, we’ll give you valuable information about how to repair stucco on a house yourself—and when it’s time to call the pros.
Expert Advice: How to Repair Stucco on a House
When DIY is A-OK:
Let’s remember that DIY is a good idea for minor fixes that don’t take a lot of time or expertise. For instance, if you need to learn how to repair hairline cracks in stucco, follow our link for some basic instructions! With a few tools and materials, you can fix up those pesky hairline cracks. Staining is also something that can be cleaned by the homeowner. (But remember, if you don’t know the cause of the staining, it will most likely recur.) A call to Ai Restoration will get you a free consultation with a stucco specialist to determine the cause and severity of any cracking or staining.
When You Should Call the Pros:
For most repairs, experts should be called in immediately after a problem is noticed. The longer you wait, the worse—and more costly—the damage can become.
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- Extensive cracking or gaps: If your cracks are larger than ⅛” wide, the underlying risks are likely significant. Moisture may have seeped in, causing unseen mold. Issues with the foundation that may have caused the cracks could be worsening without anyone being the wiser.
- Mold and/or Rot: Mold and rot are the most troublesome issues you can encounter with your stucco home. Mold on or under the stucco or rot on wooden fixtures adjacent to stucco must not be ignored. Remediation should be planned immediately to limit any further damage to the foundation of your home.
Let Us Repair Your Stucco the Right Way
Stucco homes are attractive and sturdy when well taken care of. We know how to repair stucco so that you can take pride in your home once again. Call Ai Restoration and give your home the benefit of our nearly two decades’ worth of superior service.
