If you notice black stains on your stucco, alarm bells might begin to go off. Is it mold? Is it rot? Is there a problem or is it only a matter of how it looks? Here at Ai Restoration, we want our customers to stay …
If you have a popcorn ceiling, you’ll know it offers several advantages. They are known for their acoustical properties, making for a fairly soundproof room. Popcorn ceilings also hide imperfections in the ceiling. And given it’s imperfect texture, it seems easy enough to DIY a popcorn ceiling patch job. But before …
A lot of homeowners assume that siding is waterproof. But what they don’t realize that if not properly waterproofed, siding will eventually show signs of water damage. The truth is that you must waterproof your siding in order to protect your home. Why You Need to …
What is Stone Veneer? Stone veneer is a decorative, protective building material manufactured to replicate the look of natural stone. There are two types of stone veneer, natural stone veneer and manufactured stone veneer. Natural stone veneer is made from real stone that is either collected …
When stucco is not installed properly, it can result in a range of different problems for the homeowner. Some of those problems result in costly repairs. Homeowners across the country have begun filing lawsuits against the builders of their home in order to recoup their money. Why …
With all of the controversy surrounding EIFS being used in home-building, you may be asking yourself, “Should I buy a house with EIFS?” What is the Problem with EIFS? EIFS stands for “exterior insulation and finish system” and is often referred to as fake or synthetic stucco. EIFS …
EIFS, also know as artificial stucco, is an insulating and protective finish system for exterior walls. EIFS provides excellent insulation and is almost completely waterproof. And because it is cheaper and easier to install than traditional stucco, it has become popular among builders. However, this synthetic …
Dealing with the need for Hunterdon County stucco remediation can be difficult, to say the least. Stucco damages are usually related to excess moisture and can manifest in a variety of ways. These damages are almost always a result of poor workmanship on the part …
If you’re the owner of a stucco home in Lehigh County, chances are you’ve heard of the epidemic affecting your fellow stucco homeowners. You may even be unfortunate enough to have been affected firsthand. Whether you’ve had this experience yourself or witnessed others going through …