Guzzo Stucco Knows How to Stucco.

When we talk about stucco and EIFS (Exterior Insulated Finish System), everybody needs to understand that stucco is a cement-based product. All types of structures move as far as expansion, contraction, & breathing. Compared to other structures, the wood-based structures expand, contract, & breathe the most. When a cement-based product is applied on top of a wood structure, it is always prone to crack no matter how many precautionary measures are taken. The cracking, if any, should be minimal. Things like wire lathe, EPS foam boards, fibers in the cement, allowing cement the proper time to cure, added layers of mesh embedded in basecoat, and surface finishes that are elastic, are all ways to help prevent cracking. When applied on top of a framed structure (whether it’s plywood, OSB, or dens-glass), a stucco “system” needs to be installed. More importantly a “drainable system” needs to be installed. The key to a drainage system in stucco and EIFS is the allowance for an air space with an exit for moisture to drain out while using the proper materials set by the manufacturers & the most current adopted code.

Guzzo Stucco knows how to stucco. Our staff consists of highly trained professionals that have been in the industry for years. Our employees have spent the majority of their time in the industry learning about stucco by working for us. We value our employees and maintain a healthy relationship by training side by side with them to ensure the quality of work that has been instilled in our company since we started in the industry. We do everything by the code set by the codes and standards required. Learn how to stucco today and call Guzzo Stucco.