When looking to buy, sell or simply maintain a stucco-covered home or business in eastern PA, the health of the structure’s exterior system is one of the most important things to keep on your radar. If you have any doubts about the quality of the installation of the stucco system, it’s wise to have a stucco inspection done. But, what if you still have unanswered questions about the report or you want a second opinion on a stucco inspection? Read on to learn why local property owners turn to our exterior experts for honest and thorough advice concerning stucco-related matters.
Getting a Second Opinion on a Stucco Inspection
Feeling unconvinced, confused or otherwise unsure about the state of your stucco and whether it’s really necessary to take action to correct certain alleged imperfections and/or the resulting damage? We know where you are coming from and are here to offer clarity by providing tangible evidence and understandable explanations.
To start, here are a few helpful things to know about key aspects of the stucco inspection process and interpreting the results:
- Moisture readings are a common feature of stucco inspection reports, providing initial insight into whether mold, mildew or rot may be present under stucco by sensing if there is elevated moisture in the wall. But, they often leave an open-ended question as to the exact extent, location and nature of the damage.
- Discovery — or taking a core sample — can provide more detail and validate the findings in a moisture report. This process involves removing a small area of the stucco in order to see the system beneath, evaluate the damage and more precisely identify the causes (what is missing or improperly installed). Once this information has been gathered, the stucco is replaced and sealed with caulk.
While moisture readings are a helpful starting place, they won’t be able to tell the full story. This is why we often recommend that discovery be done by our pros to determine specific points of concern like window/door flashing, drainage plane, joints, nailing patterns, stucco thickness, etc. Once we know exactly what is lacking or absent, we can then formulate a strategy for how to fix it all through meticulous stucco remediation.
Count On Us for Full Stucco Services
With thousands of stucco evaluation and remediation projects under our belt, the specialists at Ai bring all the know-how and tools needed to recognize, assess and remedy stucco system issues of all sorts. If you’re seeking a second opinion on a stucco inspection that offers more concrete proof of any issues and a full game plan for how to make them a concern of the past, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 215-794-6858.
