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What You Need to Know About Stucco Repairs

Most homeowners choose cement-based plaster or stucco because it requires minimal maintenance and can last long. In fact, it's not exactly unusual for this cladding to last a hundred years or even more. However, it's crucial to know the signs when you might need to do stucco repairs as it can help prolong its life.

It's obvious that you need to repair the stucco as soon as possible when you see large blisters or cracks. You don't have to wait until the damage worsens before you act on it.


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Wet stucco can be damaged by extremely cold and freezing temperatures. So, ensure the temperature is above 40 degrees before the repairs. And if possible, begin your repairs during the day when it's warmer and avoid doing the task at night.

On the other hand, dry and hot weather can also cause problems with your stucco. Even strong winds can suck out the moisture required by the mix to cure properly. You can try to put up a shade to prevent the plaster from drying too quickly.

Watch this demonstrative video by All The Fix'n, where you'll discover how easy it is to do stucco repairs. While the task may seem time-consuming and challenging at first, you will see that it's not that hard once you start. The simple instructions you'll see here can help you in patching stucco damage on your property.

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