DEAR TIM: I live in a house with a concrete block foundation. I think the outside of the block has decorative stucco on it because the exterior of the block is not smooth. Some of the exterior is ...

Q: My 18-year-old, two-story house has exterior stucco that is in good shape. But the doors and windows are trimmed in rough-sawn, painted 1-by- 4s, some of which have begun to rot. Not only is the ...

Q: The stucco exterior of my 100-year-old house is cracked in several places. How should it be fixed? A: Because it’s not unusual for stucco to develop cracks, repair isn’t always necessary. It ...

A bit of good news: From your description, it sounds like your crack is not due to the foundation settling. If you had noticed larger cracks and such accompanying signs as sticking doors and windows, ...

How can I clean the exterior stucco on my house without damaging it? To keep stucco attractive for many years, it is important to provide routine maintenance to the exterior of your home. Periodic ...

Among the different home exterior materials homeowners can choose from, stucco has remained a popular choice for centuries, and for good reason. In addition to lasting for a long time and withstanding ...

A well-kept exterior can make a home look more inviting. Homeowners whose houses are looking a little drab may be considering updating their home with new stucco or siding—but what is the best type of ...