Stucco, once the hero of home exterior materials for luxury properties, has become the villain due to its problematic moisture intrusion and the destruction it causes, often requiring remediation. Trapped water is the enemy of stucco, and unfortunately, many southeast Pennsylvania homes are uncovering a long-standing problem they didn’t even know existed: stucco failure due […]
It’s a seller’s market out there, so many homeowners are sprucing up their home and selling to take advantage of the opportunity. Whether you are selling your home soon or not, if your stucco is failing, it should be addressed. The longer you wait to remediate or replace faulty stucco, the bigger the problem becomes. […]
When stucco siding fails, if you don’t address it, you could compromise your biggest investment—your home. Stucco is prone to developing cracks and holes in it that allow water to permeate and damage it. Small holes can turn into bigger ones, along with more moisture exposure and damage such as wood rot, and unhealthy mold […]
Chances are, your warm, inviting stucco home looks lovely on the outside. However, you may not realize that there’s a pesky problem festering beneath your stucco siding—moisture damage. Unfortunately, hidden stucco damage can put the value of your home at risk. Signs that your home may be suffering beneath your stucco exterior include stains, cracks, […]
If you’ve begun the process of looking for a replacement siding for your home, then the numbers are likely already starting to crunch in your head. How much is a siding replacement going to cost you? Is it worth the money you’ll be putting into it? If you ever decide to sell, will you see […]
Stucco is a beautiful and popular siding option. Many homeowners love the simple yet elevated way it makes a home look. And while it shares its own set of benefits, it can have a major downfall in the form of moisture damage, especially for homeowners who live in the Chester County region. But the good […]
Water can seep into your stucco siding and result in rot, mold and mildew. The longer it goes undetected, the greater the need for repairs or siding replacement. Stucco fails most home exteriors due to excessive moisture from snow, rain, or ice in your area, or due to its poor installation. Many homeowners don’t even […]
You probably loved the look of your stucco siding after your contractor first installed it. However, after several years, you may begin to notice telltale signs of stucco deterioration, like water damage, mold growth, and humidity in your home. If you’ve noticed your home’s exterior is deteriorating, you might be planning to use your homeowner’s […]
Upgrading your exterior with gorgeous, long-lasting James Hardie siding? You’ll want to give thought to your new design scheme. With so many color and style patterns to choose from these days, it’s an exciting time to give your home a facelift. And hiring a James Hardie Preferred siding contractor will ensure your new dream design […]
Do you have stucco siding? If so, you’ll want to pay careful attention — because you may have years of damage lurking just underneath the surface. Moisture can creep its way unseen behind your lovely stucco walls — resulting in mold, mildew, and rot that compounds over time. The longer the issue stays invisible and […]