Stucco cracks are caused by seismic movement, improper or damaged setting, shoddy workmanship and seasonal changes. Cracking usually occurs around doors, windows and sharp edges. Stucco damage is a serious problem. If left unaddressed, stucco cracks and blisters can cause wall damage, shortening the service life of your exterior finish.

​You will need a caulk gun, a putty knife, tin snips, a stiff paint brush, a trowel, a wire bristled brush, a hammer or chisel, acrylic exterior caulk, lath nails or roofing nails and stucco repair mix.

It’s not uncommon for hairline cracks to occur in stucco over time. Fortunately, minor stucco cracks are easy to fix. You can repair a hairline crack by filling it with paint. If that doesn’t work, follow these steps to repair your stucco:

• Gently brush away any dirt and dust around cracks with the stiff paint brush.
• Fill cracks with the acrylic exterior caulk. Use a sanded acrylic exterior caulk to fill cracks up to 1/4inch wide. Smooth out the caulk.
• Once the caulk has dried, paint the repaired area to match the original color of the wall.​

Follow these steps to fix large stucco cracks-¼ inch or wider:

• Clean the area by scraping out loose debris from cracks using your putty knife.
• Fill all cracks with the premixed stucco patching material.
• Use the wire bristled brush to add texture to patches.
• Once the patching material dries, paint over patches.

​If your paint has blistered or the stucco itself is bubbling, reach out to a stucco company in Calgary for help.Blisters in stucco could indicate a moisture problem. Repairing stucco blisters may mask the symptoms of the problem, but the underlying problem will still exist.

Why wait for stucco cracks to appear and then fix them when you can prevent them in the first place? Follow these tips to keep your stucco in top shape all year round:

• Stucco maintenance prevents stucco cracks and other problems and keeps your stucco looking great all year round.  Create a preventive maintenance plan and stick to it. Inspect your siding at least once a year for cracks and holes. The sooner you fix any cracks the better.
• Trim back vegetation around your stucco. Stucco is porous, which means it can absorb moisture from soil. Make sure your stucco is not touching the ground or it can absorb moisture from the soil around your home. Moisture can damage your stucco as well as your walls.
• Seal your stucco to protect it from to the elements.

​Do-All Stucco & Stone is one of the most trusted stucco contractors in Calgary, and Alberta. Whether you want to maintain your stucco or replace it, we have got you covered. To consult one of our pros, call 403-588-5306.