Exterior walls on homes in Chico, California experience heavy wear from the weather. The finish coat on a stucco wall fades from decades of intense Central Valley summer sun, or the texture becomes tired and chalky. When homeowners reach out to Chico Stucco & Plastering, redashing is one of the most common topics we talk about. We provide Stucco Redashing services for homes in Chico, CA.
What actually is stucco redashing?
Stucco Redashing means applying a brand-new finish coat over an existing, structurally sound stucco wall. Chico Stucco & Plastering gives houses a fresh skin during this process. We do not tear off the lath, paper, or scratch and brown coats. As long as the base layers are solid and firmly attached to the framing, Stucco Redashing saves property owners a ton of time and money compared to a total tear-off. Chico Stucco & Plastering cleans the surface, applies a proper bonding agent, and sprays or hand-trowels a fresh layer of acrylic or traditional cement finish. For homes and businesses in Chico, Chico Stucco & Plastering provides Stucco Redashing services.
How do I know if my Chico home needs a redash or a complete tear-off?
If the stucco is hollow, drumming when tapped, or letting moisture behind the paper, Stucco Redashing will not fix the real problems. Chico Stucco & Plastering sees many homes out near the Bidwell Park area with older plaster that has weathered over time, but the finish coat is simply worn thin. If the structure underneath is dry and stable, the home is a great candidate for Stucco Redashing. If the property has crumbling corners or widespread cracking down to the framing, the building needs more than a surface refresh. We provide Stucco Redashing services for homes and businesses in Chico.
Can you redash over painted stucco?
Chico Stucco & Plastering can redash over painted stucco, but new plaster cannot be slapped over old exterior paint without proper preparation. Paint acts as a barrier, and fresh cement-based products will not stick to it. When Chico Stucco & Plastering handles a painted house, we either sandblast the paint off or use a high-grade chemical bonding agent designed specifically to bite into painted surfaces. Skipping this step is how homeowners end up with sheets of new stucco peeling off the walls a year later. For Chico homes, Chico Stucco & Plastering is here for all your Stucco Redashing needs.
What time of year is best for redashing in Chico?
The local climate dictates the construction schedule for Chico Stucco & Plastering. We deal with scorching dry summers where temperatures easily top 100 degrees, which will flash-cure and ruin wet stucco before it has time to set properly. Spring and fall are prime times for plastering work around Butte County. If Chico Stucco & Plastering has to perform Stucco Redashing during the peak of summer, we use specialized admixtures, work in the shade when possible, and keep the walls misted so the material cures with maximum strength. The work will hold up for many years in the Chico climate.
How long will a fresh redash last?
If Stucco Redashing is applied over a solid base with proper surface prep, a quality redash should easily give the property owner another 15 to 25 years or more of clean exteriors. Acrylic finishes hold their color longer against brutal UV rays than traditional pigmented cement finishes, which makes Stucco Redashing a popular choice for homeowners who want to avoid repainting down the road. Call Chico Stucco & Plastering for Stucco Redashing work in Chico, CA.
Will redashing fix my cracks?
Hairline shrinkage cracks get covered up permanently by Stucco Redashing. However, if the home has structural cracks caused by settling or seismic movement, those need to be mechanically V-cut and patched with a polymer-modified material before Stucco Redashing goes on. If someone covers a moving crack without dealing with the root cause, the crack will slice right back through the brand-new finish within a few months. Chico Stucco & Plastering provides Stucco Redashing services for homes in Chico, CA.