Thinking about giving your exterior a facelift without tearing off the whole wall? Stucco Redashing is one of the most common projects we handle at Palmdale Stucco & Plastering. Over the years, local homeowners in Palmdale have asked us many questions about how Stucco Redashing works, what Stucco Redashing costs, and whether Stucco Redashing will hold up to our brutal desert environment.
What exactly is Stucco Redashing?
Stucco Redashing means applying a brand-new finish coat right over your existing, structurally sound stucco wall. Think of it as a fresh skin for your house. Palmdale Stucco & Plastering does not tear down the old base coats or mess with the lath underneath. Instead, we prep the surface, apply a specialized bonding agent, and trowel on a fresh layer of Finish Coat in your choice of color and texture.
How do I know if my house needs a redash or a full replacement?
It all comes down to what is happening underneath the surface. If your current Stucco is structurally solid, free of major moisture damage, and only suffers from surface fading, minor hairline cracks, or an outdated texture, Stucco Redashing is a great fit. But if your walls are hollow-sounding, crumbling away from the wood framing, or hiding severe water intrusion from old leaks, Stucco Redashing will not fix it. Slapping new finish over rotting walls is just wasting money.
Will Stucco Redashing stop cracks from coming back?
If a crack is structural or caused by shifting desert soil, Stucco Redashing alone will not cure it forever. Houses out here in neighborhoods like Anaverde or the Eastside experience massive temperature swings from freezing winter nights to blistering summer afternoons, which causes the framing to expand and contract. Palmdale Stucco & Plastering always routes out and patch existing cracks properly with mesh reinforcement before the Stucco Redashing goes on, but maintenance is simply part of owning a home in the Antelope Valley.
How long does Stucco Redashing last in Palmdale?
When the work is done right using quality materials, Stucco Redashing can easily last 15 to 20 years or more. The catch is execution. Because our local winds kick up a lot of dust and sand, surface prep is everything. If a contractor rushes the pressure washing or skips the bonding agent, that new coat will start delaminating and peeling within a couple of years. Palmdale Stucco & Plastering takes our time on the prep phase so you do not have to worry about it next season.
Can I change the color and texture during Stucco Redashing?
That is the main reason most people schedule Stucco Redashing. If your house still has a heavy 1980s lace texture or a faded, sun-bleached tan color you are tired of looking at, Stucco Redashing lets you completely switch things up. You can go to a cleaner sand finish or a modern smooth look, and you can mix the color directly into the Finish Coat so you never have to worry about painting it again.
How messy is the process, and how long does it take?
Expect a bit of noise and activity around your property for a few days. The typical residential Stucco Redashing project takes anywhere from 3 to 5 days depending on the size of your house and how much minor repair work we have to do beforehand. Palmdale Stucco & Plastering handles all the masking of your windows, doors, and concrete patios, and we clean up our mess before we leave so you are left with nothing to do except admire the new look. For homes and businesses in Palmdale, Palmdale Stucco & Plastering provides Stucco Redashing services.