Tag: stucco

If you notice stucco issues at your home, we recommend that you call as soon as possible so your home does not deteriorate further. Homes in the Main Line are high-end properties, so maintaining your home will only continue to grow in value. Many mainline homes are Dutch colonial, English Tudor, Georgian, and other combined architectural styles. With those being desirable home styles, we at Kenny Construction are experienced in maintaining the existing style! Stucco replacement increases home value because if you want to sell your home, failed stucco gets rid of countless potential buyers. Suppose you get ahead of the existing issues before listing your home. In that case, you can list your home for a significantly higher amount, and you will not scare away a potential sale with the scary renovation cost.

Some homeowners in the Mainline have experienced problematic stucco; in our experience, the issue was more related to an improper installation than the material itself.

Houses on the Main Line have a unique Georgian-style look. When you install new stucco, you can match the existing texture on the latest stuff to retain the original look. 

Stucco is a low-maintenance, extremely durable product! You may only need to power wash the exterior every few years, so your stucco will continue to look new, and your home will look like the nicest house around!

The humid and occasionally wet climate in Southeastern Pennsylvania creates a perfect environment for water infiltration and mold growth. Homes and buildings in this region are particularly vulnerable to moisture, especially during the rainy seasons.

Water infiltration can occur through foundation cracks, leaky roofs, or poorly sealed windows and doors. Moisture can lead to various issues, including structural damage and deterioration of materials. Additionally, the presence of moisture can foster the growth of mold, which not only damages surfaces but can also pose health risks to occupants.

The issue is not typically the age of the stucco; the issue is the installation. Some old homes that have stucco issues are no one’s fault. Many years ago, many contractors did not know all the flashing details required for the stucco to avoid any problems. Many water diverter systems are in place to ensure the water will not get behind the stucco. 

We highly recommend an entire inspection when purchasing a home in the mainline. The home may look perfect during your walkthrough but have many issues you don’t see on the surface. The last thing you want is to purchase the house and realize it will need many renovations you did not expect.

Buying a home in the Main Line area is a competitive market because many people who own their homes may be reluctant to sell them, as the Main Line is a desirable place to live! Suppose you are looking to sell your home and are having stucco issues. In that case, we recommend remediation before selling because the look alone will look much better in the pictures. Plus, stucco replacement increases home value significantly.

When purchasing a new home with stucco on the exterior, we highly recommend completing a stucco inspection before purchasing your potential home. The reason is that stucco replacement or remediation is not a cheap problem to resolve. The stucco inspection report will show high moisture readings around the home. Then, you can work with the seller to resolve those issues.

Recognizing the early warning signs that your stucco may need replacement is essential to maintaining your home’s integrity and beauty.

Kenny Construction has done many stucco remediation projects throughout the mainline and never has left with an unhappy customer! Our guys are experienced in retaining the original look of the home.

When we start new stucco remediation in the mainline, we will address the exterior finish you are looking for before beginning to ensure we are all on the same page moving forward. We will let you know how the timeline of events will happen.

Frank and Brad work directly with homeowners to ensure they know exactly what will happen throughout the job before starting. Once we start working with you, we have an open line of communication for any questions you may have! You will also work with our project manager, Garrett, who is on-site daily to check in with you!

Kenny Construction Group has been doing stucco for over a decade and has learned how to install the flashing details from multiple third-party inspectors properly. We train yearly to ensure we are always on top of the new code changes and systems.

Stucco replacement increases home value while providing a perfect house for the next owner. Once the work is completed, the exterior will look like a different home!

If you have noticed stucco issues, don’t wait any longer. Call Kenny Construction Group to transform your home!

Kenny Construction Group would love to partner with you throughout this process and provide you with the perfect home.

As a building material, stucco is tough and a great product when installed correctly. However, stucco has gotten a bad reputation among many homeowners because of improper installation. The installation process is crucial because improper installation can lead to problems for a home down the road. These problems indicate that the stucco needs replacing. This article will explore the key signs your home needs stucco replacement.

Stucco cracks can vary in size, shape, and severity. Here are some common types:

• Hairline Cracks: These are thin, barely noticeable cracks that resemble hair.
• Spiderweb Cracks: These cracks form a web-like pattern, often radiating from a central point.
• Structural Cracks: These cracks are typically broader and deeper, often showing signs of displacement.
• Alligator Cracks: These cracks form a pattern resembling alligator skin, with many small, interconnected cracks.
• Efflorescence Cracks: These cracks are often accompanied by white, powdery deposits (efflorescence).

Certain cracks may not look harmful to your home, but water can get right behind the stucco if the cracks are deep enough into the house.

If you do not address large cracks in the stucco when you notice them, severe moisture damage becomes a problem. When water gets through the stucco because of cracking, the wood absorbs the water, then swells, making the stucco bulge, and everything behind the stucco starts to rot out.

Stains on your drywall may be a bigger problem than you think. When you see stains on the drywall, typically, those stains are not caused by issues inside the home. Water intrusion from the home’s exterior usually causes stains and discolored drywall. Once you see stained drywall, call a professional as soon as possible because water has already gone through all the wood materials. Now, water is absorbed into the drywall and is becoming mold, a health risk for everyone in the home.

Water damage can be a massive issue, especially once the water starts rotting out the main supports of your home. You will notice some sagging in your floors when your supports start rotting away. Once that happens, the solution is to jack the floors up and install new support beams to ensure your home is as safe as possible.

If you notice your floors sagging, there is a structural issue. We highly recommend calling a professional home inspector to address the root of the problem.

Another one of the signs your home needs stucco replacement is bulging, warping, or bubbling walls. When water starts getting behind the stucco and absorbed by the wood materials, the wall will bulge out. Wall bulging is a structural problem with the home, specifically the beams, which is hazardous for everyone living there. Houses rely on these beams to support their weight, so a house starts losing its structure when the beams rot out.

When you start noticing bulging, warping, or bubbling, please call a certified stucco inspector and have them perform a moisture test to determine the extent of the water damage.

Moisture penetration left unattended will eventually turn into mold, despite the multiple layers the moisture has to go through. Once the water starts penetrating the house, the wood materials and beams start rotting. After enough moisture gets to the interior drywall, you notice the mold comes into play.

If left unaddressed, mold can compromise your immune system and lead to respiratory problems, exposing you to many short-term and long-term health hazards. Promptly address any moisture issues to prevent these risks to your health and home.

Improperly installed flashing will result in more stucco issues than you previously had. The flashings in place help divert water and prevent water from seeping into a home. So obviously, when someone installs them wrong or does not install them at all, the water that was supposed to be diverted is now dumped into the walls of your home.

A fundamental way to ensure a contractor correctly installs stucco on your home is to have a third-party stucco inspector oversee the project. When you hire a third-party inspector, they will check every step of the remediation process.

If you notice any signs of water damage, we highly recommend calling a certified stucco inspector to identify the areas that need immediate attention. When replacing stucco, work with a qualified, experienced professional because improperly installed stucco will result in the same problem as before.

Water damage can be very harmful because it turns into mold and rotted wood. When you see the first signs your home needs stucco replacement, call a professional immediately to get ahead of the problem and minimize the damage that needs replacing. Call us at Kenny Construction Group to receive your free estimate!