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Stucco Resurfacing Without Tear-Off
A facade that looks tired is not always a facade that has failed. When the walls behind are dry and sound, a new finish coat or elastomeric recoat renews color and texture across the building at a fraction of the disruption of replacement.
- New finish or recoat
- Repairs made first
- One uniform color
- Phased around tenants
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.
A new face for a sound wall
Commercial stucco and EIFS wear in visible ways. South and west elevations fade and chalk. Rust and dirt streak below fixtures and sills. Years of tenant changes leave sign outlines and mismatched patches. Fine cracks web across panels. None of that necessarily means water is getting in, but it does make a property look neglected to tenants and customers.
Resurfacing puts a new finished surface over the existing system. The key is that it comes after the repairs, not instead of them. We survey the facade for moisture first, repair cracks, damaged areas and failed joints, and only then clean, prime and apply the new finish. Resurfacing over a wet wall simply seals the problem in.
Options include a new acrylic or cementitious finish coat that restores texture, or an elastomeric coating that bridges fine cracks and sheds water. Either way, the building ends up with one even color and texture instead of a patchwork. See waterproofing coatings and EIFS finishes for more detail.
Facades that are ready to resurface
If walls test dry and show these problems, resurfacing is usually the right tool.
Fading & chalking
Sun-worn finishes that leave powder on your hand and look washed out on sunny elevations.
Staining & streaks
Rust runs, dirt tracks below sills and mildew on shaded walls that cleaning alone cannot remove.
Patchwork walls
Years of patches, sign removals and touch-ups in slightly different colors and textures.
Fine crack networks
Map cracking across panels that is cosmetic but lets moisture into the finish over time.
Rebranding or repositioning
A new color scheme for a renovated center, a sale or a change in tenants.
Dry, well-attached walls
The essential test: surveys show sound substrate and coats that are still bonded.
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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Fill Stucco Holes
Every fixture that comes off a stucco wall leaves fastener holes, a hole for wiring and often a shadow of the old outline.
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Stucco Patch
The hard part of patching stucco is not filling the damage.
Learn moreFinish coat or elastomeric recoat
A new finish coat rebuilds texture and is the closest match to the original look. An elastomeric coating is thicker and more flexible, better at bridging hairline cracks, but it changes the surface feel and must be compatible with the existing system so the wall can still release vapor where it needs to.
We recommend a system based on the wall type, the cracking pattern and the look the owner wants, always within the manufacturer's specification for the existing cladding.
| System | Best for | Appearance |
|---|---|---|
| Acrylic finish coat | Worn or patched EIFS | Original texture renewed |
| Cementitious finish | Hard coat stucco | Traditional mineral look |
| Elastomeric coating | Fine crack networks | Smooth, flexible film |
| Primer and color coat | Sound finish, faded color | New color, same texture |
Repairs first, then the surface
Each phase is scheduled by elevation so storefronts and entrances stay open.
Survey & repair
We test for moisture, then repair cracks, damaged areas, failed sealant joints and flashings so the new surface goes over a sound wall.
- Moisture survey
- Cracks and damage repaired
- Joints renewed
Clean & prime
The facade is cleaned with methods suited to stucco and EIFS, rinsed, allowed to dry and primed where the system requires it.
- Gentle cleaning
- Dry before coating
- Compatible primer
Apply & inspect
The new finish or coating is applied wall to wall, corner to corner, so there are no lap marks, then inspected elevation by elevation.
- No mid-wall stops
- Uniform color
- Elevation sign-off
Want a fresh look before leasing season?
We can survey the facade and price resurfacing by elevation.
What our customers say
Homeowners and long-time commercial clients on working with ASR.
“I have worked with Darrin on several occasions over the last few years. He is extremely knowledgeable and highly professional. He is reliable and reasonably priced. He does good work.”
“ASR has repaired the bulk of our recent new home that was wrought damaged stucco, termite, water, and mold damage. They completely transformed our home from the inside and out, providing consistent communication and quality craftsmanship.”
“Each and every person has a positive attitude that is projected with every task, duty and responsibility. The team did a terrific job on safety, maintenance and housekeeping, in addition to applying their craft(s).”
Stucco resurfacing questions
What property managers and owners ask about refreshing a facade.
What is stucco resurfacing?
Can you resurface over EIFS?
Is elastomeric coating right for every building?
Can we change the building color when resurfacing?
Will resurfacing hide old patches and sign outlines?
Renew your facade, keep your walls
Tell us about the property. We will check that the walls are sound and recommend the right resurfacing system.
Request a consultation & estimate
Property managers, owners, HOAs and general contractors: tell us about the building 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.