EIFS, also know as artificial stucco, is an insulating and protective finish system for exterior walls. EIFS provides excellent insulation and is almost completely waterproof. And because it is cheaper and easier to install than traditional stucco, it has become popular among builders. However, this synthetic stucco has been known to cause problems and to require EIFS remediation. What is EIFS Remediation? Remediation is the process of fixing the faults and deficiencies in the stucco or EIFS. Both stucco and EIFS … [Read more...] about EIFS Remediation – Why It’s So Often Needed
Chester County Stucco Remediation
Chester County Stucco Cleaning Tips
As any stucco homeowner knows, there are numerous benefits to building with such an attractive and versatile material. Stucco not only gives your home a beautiful exterior, but also serves as a fire retardant, reducer of noise pollution, and efficient insulator. Still, it’s important to take the necessary measures to care for it as time passes and weather takes its toll. This is especially true for stucco homeowners here in the Northeast, since the wet weather can be hard on on stucco homes. This can … [Read more...] about Chester County Stucco Cleaning Tips
Chester Homeowners Beware: Stucco Damage Sweeps Region
Ownership of a stucco home can be a double-edged sword at times. On the one hand, a healthy, well-maintained stucco home is a luxury. The versatile material is fire-retardant, energy-efficient due to its insulating properties, and can even reduce noise pollution. On the other hand, not all stucco homeowners are so lucky. For an increasing number of homeowners, the stucco exterior of their home has become more curse than blessing. These homeowners have fallen victim to shoddy workmanship on the part of the … [Read more...] about Chester Homeowners Beware: Stucco Damage Sweeps Region
Chester County Stucco Remediation – Benefits of Sealing
If you’re the owner of a stucco home, it’s important to take measures to protect your stucco exterior. There are numerous benefits to owning a stucco home, but these can easily be nullified if the stucco system has been improperly installed, or if it is insufficiently protected from damaging factors such as water retention. Whether your home is suffering from some of the physical manifestations of stucco damage (such as staining, cracking, or mold), or you simply want to protect it from future damage while … [Read more...] about Chester County Stucco Remediation – Benefits of Sealing
