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Q: What’s the easiest way to remove stucco?

• <div><p>The easiest way to remove stucco is to use a circular saw with a diamond blade to cut small squares out, pry them off, and then cut the metal lath behind it with tin snips. It&rsquo;s possible to do everything with a hammer and a crowbar, but it will take significantly longer and will wear you out more quickly. Plus, you&rsquo;ll have a higher risk of damaging windows, hidden siding, and sheathing if you go the less precise route.</p></div>

Q: Is stucco considered siding or cladding?

• <div><p>Stucco is considered a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cladding-types.htm">type of cladding</a> because it includes a built-in ventilation layer, a weatherproof membrane beneath that, and, often, a layer of insulation to improve building efficiency. The multiple layers of stucco&mdash;the scratch coat, the brown coat, and the finish coat&mdash;also create a more complex building membrane, so it&rsquo;s more accurate to call it cladding. However, homeowners and contractors alike refer to stucco as siding.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a hammer drill for stucco?

• <div><p>A standard drill will work just fine if you&rsquo;re drilling small holes, and only a few of them. But anything with a diameter larger than 3/8 inch is best done with a hammer drill, since it is stronger, faster, and also makes your drill bits last longer. While you don&rsquo;t absolutely need a hammer drill for stucco, it is a worthy investment if you think you might drill more holes down the road.</p></div>

Q: Are there eco-friendly stucco materials available?

• <div><p>Yes, using natural additives and methods that lower impact.</p></div>

Q: Do I need a permit to remove stucco siding?

• <div><p>In many areas, a permit is required to remove stucco siding, especially if structural repairs or new siding installation are involved. Check with your local building department for specific requirements and associated permit fees before starting your project. Permit fees range from $100 to $500.</p></div>

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Last update on November 13, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
I highly recommend FDY Garcias Stucco! Erika personally provided a timely quote, in addition to overseeing that the job completed on time and at the price promised. She and her team also provided additional follow up service as needed at no additional charge - a job well done, thanks!
FDY Garcia's Construction
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Reviewed in October 2024
From the time I called, Diego was by far the most responsive of the four persons who gave me quotes on my stucco repair. He gave me a good price and his crew did a superb job. They replaced wood and blended the stucco so that, when painted, no one will be able to tell the difference between the...
Empire Stucco & Painting Inc
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Reviewed in April 2024
Fast, friendly, quality work. They replaced the stucco on the back and one side of my homeâ s second floor. They also painted the entire home exterior. They were the most reasonably priced by far and the work was completed in a timely manner. I highly recommend giving them your business!
TB Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Ants Stucco did a great job and no problems with doing the job on time and as expected. Miguel and his two young men took on the job that other well known stucco companies would not even touch. Please understand that these guys have no limits, never complained and had a positive attitude...
Ant's Stucco And Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
At first I thought that this was the company to use, because the person who came to do the quote was very good at explaining why my stucco cracked to begin with. He took the measurements and said that he could get back to me that afternoon with a quote. When I didn't get that quote, I called to...
Bay to Bay Stucco & Stone, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2016
Mike, Alex and James did an A++++ job painting the exterior of my home. They tooled care of all the stucco issues and concerns and the house looks great. They were there everyday weather permitting to get the job done. They were friendly and professional. They cleaned up all materials daily, I...
A Able Painting Inc
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Reviewed in September 2014
Very professional, thorough company. Part of the roof needed to be repaired along with some of the wood underneath. They made the repairs including new shingles and flashing. Then theyrepaired the stucco (due to the roof repair) and lastly painted the stucco. I was told exactly how the process...
Shingle Masters Roofing & Construction Services
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Reviewed in January 2013
We were contacted by phone about 15 minutes after we filled in the request on the Internet. An appointment was set up to review what we needed and to make us an estimate. Terry arrived punctual to the minute. He was extremely knowledgeable and knew what we need to have done before we even...
CertaPro Painters of Carrollwood & Tampa
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Reviewed in November 2012
From my first meeting with Greg and Nanciann Lovett to the completion of their work on my home, everything went great. For the estimate meeting, they were on time and thorough with their inspection of the exterior of my home. Greg Lovett wrote up the estimate on the spot after measuring...
Lovett's Enterprises LLC
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Reviewed in September 2010
On the whole, Topash did a fine job. They were pleasant and did not leave a mess. They did have a sub-contractor repair some stucco, and he was less professional...tore our screened porch because his guys were throwing the stucco chips down from the roof rather than collecting them and...
Topash Painting
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