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Fill Stucco Holes So They Disappear
Every fixture that comes off a stucco wall leaves fastener holes, a hole for wiring and often a shadow of the old outline. We seal what is behind the hole, rebuild it to the full thickness of the wall and match the finish around it.
- Removed fixtures & signs
- Dish & antenna mounts
- Impact & pest holes
- Texture & color matched
Request a consultation & estimate
Residential or commercial. We’ll get back to you to set up an evaluation.
We never share your information. Prefer to talk? Call (888) 592-1304.
Why holes need more than caulk
A hole in stucco is an open path to the weather barrier. Rain that runs down the wall finds it, and a dab of caulk or a plug of spackle shrinks, cracks around its edges and lets that water in. Larger holes often have torn paper, bent lath or a cut in the sheathing behind them that nobody saw.
We start by cleaning the hole back to sound stucco and looking inside. Torn barrier gets a lapped patch, damaged lath is replaced, and old anchors, sleeves and cut wires are removed or made safe. Then the hole is filled in layers, not in one thick lump, so each layer cures without slumping or shrinking away from the sides.
Homeowners call us after taking down a satellite dish, a security camera or an outdated light. Property managers call when a tenant moves out and leaves a sign pattern across a storefront. Both jobs end the same way: a finish that matches. For blending larger areas, see stucco patching; if the hole came from a hit, see impact repair.
Holes we fill every week
The source matters, because it tells us what is likely damaged behind the surface.
Lights & cameras
Old fixtures leave a large wiring hole plus anchor holes, and the box behind may need to be removed or reset.
Dishes & antennas
Mounting brackets leave lag holes that have usually been leaking along the bolts for years.
Signage & letters
Removed storefront letters leave rows of studs, raceway holes and a ghost outline on the facade.
Impacts
Ladders, balls, mowers and doors punch holes that crush the coats and can bend the lath underneath.
Birds & pests
Woodpeckers and insects bore into foam trim and EIFS; we repair the hole and the pest company handles the rest.
Abandoned penetrations
Old dryer vents, hose bibs, cable lines and AC lines leave openings that were never properly closed.
Often paired with this work
Most wall problems involve more than one part of the envelope.
Stucco Repair
A crack or a stain is usually the visible end of a water problem.
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Repair Stucco
A stucco wall is a stack of layers, and a repair only lasts when every layer is put back.
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Fixing Stucco
Some stucco damage is small enough to handle with a tube and a putty knife.
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Fix Stucco Cracks
Not every crack in stucco is a problem, but the ones that are rarely fix themselves.
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Stucco Patch
The hard part of patching stucco is not filling the damage.
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Stucco Impact Repair
Storefronts, drive-throughs, loading areas and parking-side walls take hits from vehicles, carts, hail and equipment.
Learn moreFrom screw holes to missing sections
A quarter-inch anchor hole and a fist-sized puncture need different repairs. Tiny holes can be filled flush and touched up. Anything larger needs a backing to build on, and holes that broke the lath or barrier need those layers rebuilt before any stucco goes back.
EIFS walls are their own case: a hole in the foam is cut out cleanly, a new foam plug is fitted and the mesh and base coat are lapped past the edges. Hard coat stucco is rebuilt with cement coats over lath.
| Hole | Approach | Finish |
|---|---|---|
| Fastener or anchor hole | Fill flush in layers | Spot textured |
| Wiring or pipe opening | Back, seal, fill | Matched to wall |
| Fist-sized puncture | New lath, two base coats | Blended patch |
| Hole in EIFS foam | Foam plug, mesh, base | Matched finish |
| Sign pattern on facade | Fill all holes, skim | Panel recoat |
Three steps to a closed wall
Small holes take one or two short visits; larger ones are layered over several days to cure properly.
Clear & look inside
Old anchors and loose edges come out, and we check the barrier, lath and sheathing behind the opening for damage or moisture.
- Anchors removed
- Barrier inspected
- Moisture checked
Back & fill in layers
We patch the barrier, add lath or foam where needed and build the hole back up in coats until it sits flush with the wall.
- Torn paper lapped
- No single thick plug
- Each coat cured
Texture & color
The finish is textured to match and tinted with custom pigment and aggregate; sign outlines may need the whole panel refinished.
- Hand-matched texture
- Custom color mix
- Edges feathered
Taking a sign or fixture down?
Call before removal and we can plan the fill at the same time.
What our customers say
Homeowners and long-time commercial clients on working with ASR.
“We had a section of our wall that was crumbling, and I was worried the repairs would stand out. Not only did they fix the issue, but they matched the color and texture so perfectly that I honestly can’t tell where the damage was.”
“Excellent customer service and craftsmanship! I have used Darrin and the team several times and have never been disappointed!”
“I got quality of work with a quality product; the workmanship of his staff do amazing work. As a woman, I despise mess, I had none with the crew and the phenomenal way they cleaned up.”
Filling stucco holes: common questions
What homeowners and property managers ask after something comes off the wall.
What is the best way to fill holes in stucco?
Can you hide the outline left by a removed sign?
How do you fix woodpecker holes in EIFS?
Will the filled hole show?
Can you fill holes after I remove my satellite dish?
Close up those holes properly
Tell us what came off the wall and roughly how big the holes are. We will plan a fill that keeps water out and blends in.
Request a consultation & estimate
Homeowners and commercial clients alike: tell us about the property and what you are seeing.
- Call(888) 592-1304
- E-mailinfo@advstucco.com
- Headquarters138 Mountain Brook Dr, Canton, GA 30115
- HoursMon–Fri 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Send us your project details
Residential or commercial. We’ll get back to you to set up an evaluation.
We never share your information. Prefer to talk? Call (888) 592-1304.