Does your commercial property in Kelowna have a stucco exterior that needs repainting? Stucco is a very sought after surface, but there are a few issues that need to be looked at if it’s going to live up to that reputation. One of the more common repair jobs that is common with stucco is crack repair, as it can wear down after many years.

Most commercial buildings have their stucco repainted every 5-10 years. This depends on a variety of things, such what type of paint was used last, or if the exterior is completely exposed to the elements.

Here are the top reasons why you should repaint your stucco exterior.

Moisture

Moisture is the biggest problem with stucco. This is why you generally see stucco exteriors in dry climates. Stucco can be used anywhere, but climates that have more moisture will require more maintenance.

Anyone that lives in a more humid climate need to stay on top of minor repairs and invest in repainting their stucco. Moisture can build up in the wood under the stucco, which is why this is necessary.

Staining and discoloration

When moisture sits on or in the stucco for a long period of time, stains can occur. Stains on stucco will look like a hazy white substance, or a dark spot. You may think that these are just aesthetic problems, it’s actually more important as you may need to repair larger areas of stucco or the wood underneath if left too long. These stains can show up anywhere, but they are more common around doors and windows, as water can pool in these areas.

Hairline Cracks

Hairline cracks are often times not really visible unless you’re right on top of them, but they do require immediate attention. If you’ve had stucco for a long period of time, there may be structural issues beneath the surface, and those will need to be taken care of before they can be painted.

White streaks

Painting over damaged stucco is a very bad idea, as you are really just hiding the problems that will eventually get worse. If you paint over white streaks (sign that you have moisture problems) on your stucco, it may look nice and new for a while, but that white streak is actually a sign of moisture damage, which needs to be fixed before you paint.

If you’re looking to hire a commercial painting company in Kelowna to paint your businesses stucco, contact us today for a free quote.