How Can Stucco be Repaired?
Stucco is a finishing plaster used on homes all over the world, but especially in warm and temperate climates, because it helps to keep homes cool. While traditional stucco made with limestone and maintained with regular coats of whitewash tends not to crack as readily, replica stucco made with builders’ sand and Portland cement tends to crack over the lifetime of a home, leading to the need for repairs. It is also sometimes necessary to replace a large patch of stucco, after a window has been installed or removed, for example. It is relatively easy to repair stucco, especially small cracks, although it does require some patience. The first thing to do when repairing stucco is to make sure that there has been no structural damage, especially after an earthquake. Long vertical cracks are a sign of structural damage, as are cracks that start around doors, windows, and foundations. If this is the case, have a contractor inspect your home to make sure that it is safe, and make any recommen
