Loose stucco on a chimney in Lauderdale Beach, fixed properly
Lath, beads and screeds that have corroded are replaced, not buried under fresh plaster.
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Stucco warning signs on homes in Lauderdale Beach
- Hairline cracks across one chimney face
- Rust spots lined up in rows
- Crumbling stucco close to the ground
- Weep screed buried under soil or paving
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Planning a stucco chimney repair in Lauderdale Beach
Moist curing between stucco coats
Cement plaster gains strength by curing, and curing needs water. The code's plaster section calls for each coat to be kept moist for a period before the next goes on. Base coat makers describe fog curing with a fine mist for the same reason.
On a chimney repair, that means planned return trips or a schedule that allows misting between coats. We explain the curing plan when you approve the work, so the gaps between visits make sense. A patch that skips curing can craze and crack even when the mix was right.
Peeling paint as a sign of damp stucco
Paint that blisters or peels on one part of the chimney can be a clue. Moisture moving out through the stucco can push a coating off the surface. It tends to show first where the plaster stays wet longest.
We note where the peeling is and compare it with the chimney top, the flashing and the ground line. Repainting over damp stucco usually brings the peeling back. Finding and stopping the moisture comes first, and the paint follows once the wall has dried.
Rust marks bleeding through the stucco
Brown or orange marks on stucco often come from metal inside or above it. The source may be corroding lath or nails, a rusting corner bead, or water running off a metal cover or cap.
The location of the marks narrows it down. Streaks that start at the top point upward, while spots in a regular pattern point to fasteners in the wall. We trace the source and include the metal part in the scope, because painting over a stain leaves the cause working behind it.
Getting ready for the stucco inspection
A little preparation makes the free inspection more useful. Clear a path to each side of the chimney and to the attic hatch if there is one, and move items stored against the base.
Gather what you know about the chimney's history, such as earlier patches, paint dates and any leaks inside. If you have old papers about work on the house, set them out. We review them with you, and they often explain what we find on the wall. Keep pets indoors while we work around the base.
Included in a stucco chimney assessment
- Loose stucco area marked and measured
- Weep screed at the base checked
- Crack treatment matched to crack movement
- Water source listed as its own item
Before you approve stucco work in Lauderdale Beach
Why not just seal stucco cracks with caulk?
Caulk weathers differently from stucco, holds dirt and often shows more than the crack did. On a fine, stable crack, a thin mineral slurry or a repair mortar suits better. A flexible sealant is kept for cracks that still move.
Do you repaint the chimney after the stucco repair?
Painting can be part of the scope or a separate item, and the estimate says which. New stucco needs time before some paints go on. We tell you when the surface is ready and which kind of paint suits the existing coating.
How does the discount after the free inspection work?
If you approve the work within 72 hours of your own free inspection, a 10% discount applies to it. The window counts from your inspection, not from a calendar date. Ask us about any line on the estimate during that time.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney WaterproofingTreat suitable chimney masonry after checking the surface, repair needs and product requirements.
- Chimney Chase Cover ReplacementReplace the chase top with a properly planned cover and clearly defined pipe connections.
- Chimney RebuildRebuild the affected chimney section with the retained structure, roof connection and passage included in the plan.
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo