{"id":155,"date":"2022-04-21T10:58:04","date_gmt":"2022-04-21T14:58:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allatlantainspect.com\/?page_id=155"},"modified":"2023-10-06T10:16:41","modified_gmt":"2023-10-06T14:16:41","slug":"stucco-inspections","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.allatlantainspect.com\/services\/stucco-inspections\/","title":{"rendered":"Stucco Inspections"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Stucco Inspections<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

Synthetic stucco is commonly referred to as Exterior Insulating and Finish System (EIFS). Stucco homes with this exterior siding can be beautiful, offer great flexibility in home design, and provide energy savings. EIFS (usually pronounced \u201ceefs\u201d) constructed homes, however, have a bad reputation\u2014allegations of water entry and damage resulting in mold growth and hidden damage.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>
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Concrete or hard coat stucco can have similar issues if not properly installed and maintained.<\/p>\n

The prevention of water entry is critical for all types of stucco siding. This includes:<\/p>\n

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  1. Proper flashing to divert water away from the siding at gutters<\/li>\n
  2. Proper caulk or flashing where the stucco siding meets another material (window trim, door trim, another siding, deck framing, etc.)<\/li>\n
  3. Sealing all penetrations through the stucco (light fixtures, electrical outlets, hose spigots, gutter straps, drain lines, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

    We offer stucco a moisture\/probe test to determine condition and current moisture levels of the substrate behind the stucco siding. The moisture readings are limited to suspect areas and to minimize damage done by the probe testing. Our inspection is performed to the standards and protocol set by Moisture Warranty Corporation. We recommend that you contact them for a full list of certified stucco contractors and details concerning their services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

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