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Fiber Cement Siding Joined to Stucco
We install fiber cement (Hardie) siding on new walls, additions and damaged stucco sections, and we handle the hard part: the transition where siding meets stucco or EIFS. Flashing, trim, sealant and paint are all done by the same team.
- Lap, panel & shingle
- Stucco-to-siding transitions
- Damaged stucco replaced
- Primed & painted
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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.
Where siding meets stucco
Fiber cement siding is common on Georgia homes and increasingly on commercial buildings, often on the same wall as stucco: siding on gables and upper floors, stucco below, or stone at the base. Each material is installed correctly on its own by most crews. The leaks happen at the line where they meet.
Because we work in both trades, we build that transition as one detail. The weather barrier behind the siding laps correctly over or under the stucco system, a horizontal flashing or trim board separates the two, and the joint is sealed with backer rod and sealant that suits both surfaces. Siding stays clear of roofs and grade, and every cut end is primed.
We also replace damaged stucco sections with siding when an owner wants a different look or a simpler wall, for example on gables, dormers or a rear elevation. For homeowners, siding is often paired with carpentry and painting. Commercial clients can find related work under commercial services.
Fiber cement work we handle
Siding projects for homeowners and for commercial owners and builders, from a single gable to a full elevation.
Lap siding
Horizontal boards with consistent exposure, blind or face nailed per the manufacturer’s instructions.
Panels & board-and-batten
Vertical panels with battens or trim at joints for gables, accent walls and commercial facades.
Shingles & shakes
Fiber cement shingle siding for gables and dormers, often next to stucco on traditional homes.
Trim & flashing
Window and corner trim, frieze boards and head flashing installed so water sheds outward at every opening.
Stucco transitions
Flashing and sealed joints where siding meets stucco or EIFS, built as a single water-shedding detail.
Paint & caulk
Siding, trim and cut ends primed and painted to a color you choose, with joints sealed before paint.
Often paired with this work
Most wall problems involve more than one part of the envelope.
Carpentry
When water has been getting behind stucco or siding, the wood underneath pays for it.
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Termite Wrap
Stucco and EIFS that run down into the soil can give termites a hidden path into a house and keep your pest control company from seeing it.
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Stucco Repair
A crack or a stain is usually the visible end of a water problem.
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EIFS Repair
A dent in EIFS is more than cosmetic once the mesh is broken, and a dark streak below a window often means wet foam.
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Leak Detection
Water behind stucco can travel several feet before it shows up as a stain, and sometimes it never shows at all.
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Stucco Waterproofing
Stucco is not a waterproof skin on its own.
Learn moreRepair the stucco or switch to siding?
When a stucco section is badly damaged, owners sometimes ask whether to rebuild it in stucco or change it to fiber cement. Both are durable when installed well. The choice usually comes down to looks, how the section fits the rest of the building and what HOA or design rules allow.
We install and repair both, so we have no reason to push one. We will walk you through what each option involves for your wall, including flashing, transitions and paint, and give you a written scope for the option you choose.
| Factor | Rebuild in stucco | Change to fiber cement |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Matches the existing wall | New look, often on gables |
| Transitions | Blend into stucco | Flashed joint at the change |
| Finish | Color and texture matched | Primed and painted |
| Upkeep | Sealants and coatings | Paint and caulk cycle |
| Best fit | Keeping a uniform look | Gables, dormers, rear walls |
How we install fiber cement siding
Timelines depend on wall area, trim detail and whether stucco or rotted wood has to be removed first.
Prepare the wall
Old cladding comes off where needed, damaged sheathing is replaced, and weather barrier and flashings are installed and lapped into the stucco system.
- Sheathing checked
- Weather barrier lapped
- Transition flashing set
Install siding & trim
Siding is installed with correct clearances at roofs, decks and grade, fastened per the manufacturer, with trim and head flashing at every opening.
- Clearances held
- Cut ends primed
- Trim at openings
Seal & paint
Joints and the stucco transition are sealed, then siding and trim are painted and the area is cleaned up for a final walkthrough with you.
- Transitions sealed
- Paint applied
- Final walkthrough
Planning siding on a stucco building?
Bring us in before work starts so the transition is designed, not improvised.
What our customers say
Homeowners and long-time commercial clients on working with ASR.
“For over 10 years we have relied on ASR for all our stucco repair needs, but as well, for a number of other water intrusion related solutions. Their leadership are responsive and have trained their technicians well.”
“A quality honest contractor is hard to come by – I’d use ASR for anything I could.”
“Outstanding results and very professional in every aspect during the construction and painting work done. Excellent follow-up by the President to ensure satisfaction during and after the job was completed.”
Fiber cement siding questions
What homeowners, builders and property owners ask about siding and stucco together.
Can fiber cement siding be installed next to existing stucco?
Can damaged stucco be replaced with siding?
Do you paint the siding?
Do you install fiber cement on commercial buildings?
What clearances does fiber cement siding need?
Talk to us about siding and stucco
Send the form or call (888) 592-1304. We will look at the wall, discuss your options and give you a written scope you can approve in Jobber.
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.