How to Waterproof Your Stucco - DIY Series Ep. 11

Do-It-Yourself Inspection Series Episode 11 - How to inspect your stucco building and identify signs of damage. We'll look at cracks, drips, stains, and efflorescence for clues that there may be damage underneath the stucco, and we'll talk about how to coat your stucco building to extend its life.
00:00 ➜ Intro
00:20 ➜ Spider Cracks & Water Drainage
01:02 ➜ White Stains
01:25 ➜ Before & After Coating
02:13 ➜ Good Coating Options
03:06 ➜ Bad Coating Options
03:43 ➜ Coated vs. Uncoated
04:13 ➜ Next Steps
04:43 ➜ Outro
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[@lukehelpmetakethisdangmaskoff]

What products do you recommend that are available in New Mexico? Could you differentiate between a product that seals 100% vs a water proof product that breathes?

[@j2consultants]

The elastomeric coating we recommend in the video should be available in your area! If you stick with products that are manufactured specifically for stucco and masonry, the manufacturer of the coating product provides a product data sheet (or back label) that states the vapor permeability of the coating product. Do not use a non-permeable coating. Link to BEHR eleastomeric paint: www.homedepot.com/p/BEHR-PREMIUM-5-gal-Elastomeric-Masonry-Stucco-and-Brick-Exterior-Paint-06805/100158685

[@lukehelpmetakethisdangmaskoff]

@@j2consultants Thanks!

[@davidcerizo2359]

This is fantastic thank you. Just did a home inspection for my first house. Seems that there's cracks on throughout the exterior of the home. I'll take your word for permeability by using elastomeric paint.

[@j2consultants]

We're so glad this video was helpful! Taking good care of your stucco is a must do for any homeowner.

[@germanmontoya1345]

Thank you, great explanation.

[@j2consultants]

Thanks for watching!! Hit us up if you have any questions 😊👷🏼‍♂️

[@jamiemsorenson7426]

Thank you for making this video. I live in San Diego and my garden runs we can a stucco wall. The sun beats heavy on my garden all day and so it’s necessarily that I do have a watering. I’m really worried about how it’s impacting my wall. What do you suggest?

[@j2consultants]

We suggest keeping up with your stucco waterproof coatings and keeping an eye on any cracks or staining that form. Check out our webpage on "Symptoms of Damage," it does a good job of describing signs that you might have hidden damage. j2consultants.com/symptoms/

[@bindiberry6280]

When will we have silicone premixed stucco as a outer waterproof layer?

[@EastyUK]

Or use a traditional lime render.

[@elizabethrufener7280]

Does new stucco need to be sealed? I’m getting mixed advice. Most say no. I’m in San Diego. If yes, what product? Thank you!

[@j2consultants]

Stucco is not waterproof. WHEN water gets in, the building should be protected by your WRB (e.g. Tyvek). In most cases, especially in San Diego, you probably don't need to seal it. You can decide to coat it later on to restore its lifespan, but new stucco is probably fine as-is as long as there is WRB.
We actually showed your question in our latest webinar! If you'd like to see the recording, you can sign up here: learn.j2consultants.com/building-dr-show

[@WilsonBradleyTheOfficial]

out of all that.. Nothing recommended