Hollow or bulging chimney stucco repaired in Sunrise
If the repair area grows once the wall is open, you approve the change before we continue.
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Stucco damage worth a closer look in Sunrise
- Rust marks bleeding through the finish
- Paint peeling on one chimney face
- Dark streaks below the chimney top
- Old patches cracking at their edges
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Stucco repair choices for Sunrise chimneys
The weep screed at the base of framed stucco
Stucco on a framed wall should end at a weep screed, a metal or plastic strip that lets water behind the plaster drain out at the bottom. The code requires it on exterior stud walls and sets how the barrier and lath lap onto it.
A buried, blocked or missing screed can trap water at the base of the chase. We check the bottom edge of the stucco during the inspection. If the screed needs work, we explain what is involved, because the lowest part of the plaster may need cutting back to reach it.
Shielding fresh stucco from strong sun and heat
Heat and direct sun dry fresh stucco from the surface down. The National Park Service recommends shading or covering new work in hot weather and keeping it damp. Base coat makers also suggest working during the cooler parts of the day.
We plan chimney stucco work with the forecast in mind and shade the repair where the setup allows. On a very hot, dry day we may start early or move the finish coat to another visit. You hear about any change to the schedule before it happens.
Stucco applied over brick or stone
Stucco is sometimes applied over a brick or stone chimney. Where the joints were not already recessed, the National Park Service notes they were customarily raked out to give the stucco a key. That roughened surface is what the first coat grips.
If stucco over brick has come loose, the brick surface is prepared again before new coats go on. We clean the face, rake joints where needed and dampen the masonry. Where the brick itself is damaged, that repair belongs to masonry work and appears as a separate item.
Blending a patch into an aged stucco surface
New stucco looks fresher than a surface that has weathered in sun and rain. Even with the right mix and texture, a patch can look lighter or cleaner for a while.
We explain before the work how the patch may look at first and how it is likely to change as it weathers. On a painted chimney, the paint resolves most of this. On an unpainted face, you can choose between waiting for the patch to tone down and refinishing the face for an even look.
What a clear stucco quote should include
- Base condition behind the repair area
- Lath and fasteners in the repair area
- Paint on repaired areas where included
- Protection for paving and plants
Stucco chimney repair, answered plainly
How do you tell stucco over block from stucco over framing?
We look at the top first, because a metal cover usually means a framed chase and a concrete crown usually means masonry. Tapping, the bottom edge and the attic view add more. Where the clues disagree, we suggest a small opening you approve.
What should I mention when I call about stucco damage?
Tell us which face is damaged, how large the area looks, whether pieces have fallen and whether there are damp marks inside. Mention any earlier patches. You can reach us by phone to arrange the free inspection.
Are hairline cracks in the finish worth repairing?
Many are surface matters that a thin slurry or paint can close. We still tap around them and check whether they line up with anything behind the plaster. If both checks are clean, the repair can stay small.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Chimney Leak RepairFind the chimney water entry point and plan a repair before restoring the damaged finish.
- Chimney TuckpointingRenew deteriorated mortar joints around chimney bricks that can appropriately remain.
- Fireplace RestorationCoordinate fireplace repairs while preserving suitable existing features and defining the intended use.
- Gas Fireplace Repair and ServiceGet a model-specific gas fireplace service plan for the fault you are seeing or the maintenance your unit needs.
- Fireplace Hearth RepairRepair the hearth surface after considering the supporting assembly and fireplace requirements.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
DuraVent 
Olympia Chimney and Venting 
Copperfield Chimney Supply 
Rutland 
Heatilator 
Heat & Glo