Fixing chimney stucco and its water source in Westview
We find out what sits behind the stucco before we patch it, so the repair suits the chimney.
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Clues hidden in a cracked stucco finish
- Rust spots lined up in rows
- Stains in the attic near the chimney
- Weep screed buried under soil or paving
- Gaps where stucco meets the roof
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Chimney stucco, one layer at a time
Coatings that can hold water inside stucco
Some coatings form a film over the stucco. The International Masonry Institute cautions that film-forming coatings and water repellents can reduce water absorption. They can also stop the stucco from drying when water does get in.
On a chimney, water can enter at the top or at a crack and then sit behind the film. We read the coating's data before recommending it and look at how the chimney can dry. If a breathable finish fits your situation better, we say so and explain the trade-off.
Maintenance visits for a stucco chimney
A stucco chimney benefits from an occasional look even when nothing seems wrong. Small cracks, failing sealant and a blocked screed are easier to deal with early.
On a maintenance visit we check the finish, the top band, the roof junction and the base of the stucco, and we tell you what has changed. Nothing is repaired without your approval. The International Masonry Institute's maintenance advice for stucco centers on limiting water entry, and that is where we focus. Mention anything new you have noticed before we arrive.
Ledges and bands that collect water on stucco
Decorative bands, ledges and sills on a stucco chimney can hold water on their top surfaces. The International Masonry Institute advises protecting horizontal surfaces as part of stucco maintenance.
If a ledge is cracked or has lost its slope, water sits there and soaks in. We look at each horizontal surface on the chimney and note whether it sheds water. Where one needs rebuilding with a better fall, we describe how, and it appears as its own line. Small ledges are easy to overlook from the ground, so we check them up close.
Unlike metals inside coastal stucco
Where unlike metals touch in salty, damp air, one of them corrodes faster than it would on its own. A small part against a large surface of a different metal fares worst.
In a stucco repair near the coast, that can mean new lath fastened with mismatched screws, or a bead touching copper flashing. We match metals where we can and keep them apart where we cannot. The written record lists the metals used, so a later repair can follow the same approach.
Stucco items written into your estimate
- Sounding survey of each accessible face
- Water barrier where framing is exposed
- Paint on repaired areas where included
- Written record of the stucco work
Your stucco repair questions, answered
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.
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.
What if the old stucco is soft and crumbly?
Soft, sandy stucco may be rich in lime, and a hard cement patch would not suit it. We assess its character first. The repair material is then chosen to be compatible, and we explain the choice before you approve.
More Ways to Care for Your Fireplace
- Stone Chimney RepairRepair affected stone chimney surfaces with the supporting construction and visual match considered together.
- Firebox RepairRepair the damaged fireplace chamber using an approach suited to masonry or manufactured components.
- Chimney Animal RemovalAssess occupied chimney openings and plan appropriate follow-up cleaning or entry protection.
- Chimney Leak RepairFind the chimney water entry point and plan a repair before restoring the damaged finish.
- Smoke Chamber RepairRepair identified smoke-chamber surfaces with the access and material requirements clearly defined.
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Chimney & Fireplace Brands We Work With
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