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Your subtitle goes right here.Spring & Summer Atlanta Stucco Inspections
Spring and early summer provide the ideal weather conditions for a comprehensive stucco inspection. Accurate moisture readings require dry substrate materials, which are common during this season’s consistent warmth. Moderate temperatures prevent diagnostic equipment...
How to Minimize Atlanta Stucco Cracking
Stucco will crack when the imposed tensile stresses exceed the tensile strength of the stucco and lath combination. Tensile stresses are caused primarily by shrinkage of the stucco during the curing process. Shrinkage of Atlanta GA stucco has been studied over the...
Synthetic stucco: perception still hurts
By Real estate expert John Adams Published March 31, 2020 Real Estate FOX 5 Atlanta Article and Video address: https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/synthetic-stucco-perception-still-hurts Pros and cons of stucco Real estate expert John Adams talks about the pros and cons...
Do I Have Stucco Or EIFS?
Installation Barrier EIFS is comprised of a base coat and finish coat applied over an EPS board that is attached directly to the sheathing using fasteners or an adhesive. The system provides no avenue for water to drain out once it penetrates behind the EPS board....
Atlanta Stucco Warranty vs Atlanta Stucco Contractor Bond
Avoid any conflict of interests. Asks all the right questions. Who is your underwriter? What happens if you go out of business? Can I have my own stucco inspector inspect the property for claim issues? How long are your warranties? Why can I only get a 1 year warranty...
Three Reasons Why Windows Leak in All Cladding Systems
Reason 1— Poor Rough Opening Preparation Many rough openings have no protection from leaks from around or within the window. This photo shows where no moisture barrier is installed around the window, allowing moisture from perimeter and window leaks to drain directly...
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