Q: The stucco exterior of my 100-year-old house is cracked in several places. How should it be fixed? A: Because it’s not unusual for stucco to develop cracks, repair isn’t always necessary. It ...

Q: I live in a house with a concrete block foundation. I think the outside of the block has decorative stucco on it because the exterior of the block isn’t smooth. Some of the exterior is crumbling, ...

Stucco exteriors can show cracks over time, but not all of them mean trouble. The right upkeep helps preserve the look of ...

How can I clean the exterior stucco on my house without damaging it? To keep stucco attractive for many years, it is important to provide routine maintenance to the exterior of your home. Periodic ...

Q: My sprinklers have been spraying the side of my house for some time and the water has eaten away some of the stucco. What can I do? A: Water spraying out at high pressure can leave a beautiful arc ...

Q:We have a ranch home in the Bay Area and over the years we've replaced some of the exterior siding with plywood. When we did this work, waterproof paper was installed beneath the plywood. The ...