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New Vista Exteriors
5.0(
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had worked with New Vista Exeriors to replace my roof when the derecho hit. I recently contacted them again to do our siding. I had enjoyed working with them. Besides the great work they do their communication is top notch!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Hampton Enterprise LLC
3.7(
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."
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Earthworks Unlimited Landscape
2.0(
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fantastic job, worked very hard even on the weekends to finish the job. They were trustworthy and extremely professional and very nice. I would recommend this Company to anyone who needs work done."
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
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Pavers and Hardscaping Project
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Recommended by33%of homeowners
Stucco questions, answered by experts

You should aim to let stucco dry for at least 48 hours before it rains. While misting new stucco and keeping it moderately moist is important for strength and longevity, uncontrolled exposure to rain can lead to weak stucco that doesn’t bond properly. Rain can also affect the stucco finish and the color unevenly, leaving you with less appealing siding.

Yes, professionals can color-match new or repaired stucco to existing finishes to ensure a seamless and uniform appearance. While most providers offer this service, it is recommended to confirm with them beforehand.

Stucco is very challenging to DIY, so it’s always best to leave the work to professional stucco contractors. The same recommendation applies to painting a stucco house, which should be left in the reliable hands of a professional exterior painter. Inexperienced DIYers can make several critical mistakes during stucco application, such as:

  • Failing to apply sufficiently thick layers for longevity and water resistance

  • Uneven application

  • Uneven texture across the exterior

  • Mixing the stucco improperly, leaving a weak structure

  • Failing to texture properly in between coats, leading to cracking and chipping

Costs range from $500 to $2,000, depending on the damage size and texture matching.

Quikrete will set without mixing. The process of pouring dry concrete into your concrete form and then adding water is called dry pouring. While this method makes pouring concrete simpler and easier, it reduces its strength and durability. It can be a viable option for small, decorative concrete pavers for walkways or for setting fence posts, but it’s not ideal for pouring slabs that will bear any significant amount of weight.

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