The Durability of Stucco: How It Can Protect Your Home for Years to Come

Stucco siding can be a stylish way to finish the exterior of your home, but stucco has more advantages than just its appearance as stucco is also known for its durability. In today’s blog we will be looking at the durability of stucco and how it can help protect your home for years to come.

Stucco is a construction material that is made up of aggregates, a binder and water that have been mixed together. It is then spread wet over a metallic mesh that helps hold it together. It is traditionally made of cement, lime and sand, modern stucco has been known to use other aggregates and binders to achieve a similar result and, in many cases, make the stucco even more durable and long lasting. It is extremely fire and earthquake resistant and might even be able to save you some money on your home insurance. It is also resistant to mold, fungus, rot and many types of pests which can lead to an improvement in air quality. It isn’t easily damaged by heat and sun and because it has no seams or gaps it can be extremely effective at keeping moisture out of your home.

It requires minimal maintenance under normal circumstances with small chips being easy to patch up using paint or other commercial fillers. Typically, stucco doesn’t require much cleaning, but should dirt and debris accumulate it can be hosed off or cleaned with a pressure washer using mild pressure. One of the only downsides of stucco is that it can be difficult to apply, and proper application is extremely important for maintaining its durability. With proper application it has been known to last for decades, with its lifespan being estimated at around 50 to 75 years, well out pacing any other type of siding in its longevity. Therefore, it might be best to consider professional application if you plan to have stucco siding for your home.

We think stucco is an excellent choice for siding for your home due to its stylishness, durability and longevity. 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.