How Does Stucco Compare to Other Siding Options: Making the Best Choice for Your Home

Stucco is an excellent choice for homes compared to other siding options. There is a good reason why stucco has been around for thousands of years. In today’s blog article, we want to explore why stucco performs better than almost any other type of siding.

Service Life

Stucco lasts a very long time. It can last more than 75 years assuming that it is installed and maintained correctly. That is much longer than cedar shakes or vinyl siding.

Maintenance

It is easy to repair stucco, and it will not need a lot of repairs. It can also be repainted and even retextured if one wants a different look. Stucco is a sturdy type of siding that is impervious to weather.

Fire

Stucco is fire resistant. So, it resists catching fire, and it also resists fire spread. This is much better than any other type of siding except possibly metal. Fire resistance is a major safety asset that can also impact home insurance premiums.

Insulation

Stucco also has insulative properties that other types of siding do not have. Stucco is installed as part of a several-layered system, which can add considerable insulation to a home, keeping it cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter and reducing costs associated with heating and cooling.

Soundproofing

That same multi-layered system that contributes to insulation also add soundproofing to a property. This is a big asset when selling a property, because stucco is the only type of siding that can aid in soundproofing.

We think stucco is an excellent choice for siding for your home. For questions regarding stucco or if you are considering a stucco exterior or need stucco repair, please contact us in the greater-Vancouver area, at (604) 614-7552, and we will be happy to help you. 

Choice Stucco Ltd. provides quality stucco application and repair to residential, strata, and commercial properties throughout the greater-Vancouver area. If you have any questions about this article or would like to talk to us about stucco, please call us at (604) 614-7552.