Fix Cracks Before Water Gets Inside
Professional stucco repair work that restores your exterior and stops moisture from reaching the structure beneath.
When stucco develops cracks or begins to separate from the wall, water can work its way behind the surface and cause damage you will not see until it becomes a much larger problem. You might notice small hairline fractures around windows, wider splits near corners, or sections that sound hollow when tapped. These openings let moisture seep in during rain and allow freezing temperatures to make the damage worse over time.
Premier Home Updates repairs stucco by removing damaged material, preparing the underlying surface, and applying new layers that match your existing texture and color. The work involves cleaning out loose or crumbling sections, addressing any moisture issues behind the stucco, and rebuilding the surface so it bonds properly and sheds water as it should. You end up with a solid exterior that looks consistent and performs the way stucco is supposed to.
If you have noticed cracks or soft spots in your stucco, contact Premier Home Updates to schedule an inspection and get a clear assessment of what needs attention.
What Happens During a Stucco Repair
The repair process starts with inspecting the damaged area to see how deep the problem goes and whether there is any rot or moisture intrusion behind the stucco. Premier Home Updates removes the compromised material with a hammer and chisel or grinder, cutting back to sound stucco and exposing the lath or substrate underneath. If the underlying structure is wet or damaged, that gets addressed before any new stucco goes on.
Once the surface is clean and dry, new stucco is applied in layers that build up to match the surrounding thickness. The final coat is textured and colored to blend with the rest of the wall so the repair does not stand out. After the work is done, you will see a smooth transition between old and new material, and the wall will feel solid when you press on it.
The drying time between coats depends on temperature and humidity, so the full process can take several days. Smaller patches may be finished in a single visit if conditions are right, but larger repairs require multiple trips to let each layer cure properly before the next one is added.
Questions You Might Have About Stucco Work
Homeowners often want to know how long repairs will take, whether the color will match, and what caused the damage in the first place. These are the questions that come up most often when scheduling stucco work.
How do you match the texture and color of existing stucco?
Premier Home Updates matches texture by hand-troweling or spraying the final coat to replicate the pattern on your walls. Color matching involves mixing pigment into the stucco or applying a finish coat tinted to blend with the surrounding surface.
What causes stucco to crack or pull away from the wall?
Cracks usually form from settling in the foundation, water getting behind the stucco, or improper installation that did not allow for expansion and contraction. Once water enters, it can cause the stucco to lose its bond with the lath or substrate underneath.
How long does repaired stucco need to dry before it can get wet?
Repaired stucco needs at least 48 hours to cure before it is exposed to rain, though full curing can take several weeks depending on weather. Premier Home Updates schedules repairs around the forecast to avoid moisture exposure during the initial drying period.
What happens if there is water damage behind the stucco?
If water has reached the wood framing or sheathing, those materials need to dry out completely and damaged sections need to be replaced before new stucco is applied. Ignoring moisture behind the wall leads to rot and more extensive repairs later.
Stucco repairs stop small problems from turning into structural issues and keep your exterior looking the way it should. Premier Home Updates handles each repair with attention to the underlying cause, not just the surface symptom, so the work holds up over time. Reach out to discuss what you are seeing on your walls and get a straightforward explanation of what needs to be done.
