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Avatar for 4 County Construction Co.
4 County Construction Co.
4.3(
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Synthetic Stucco - Install or Completely ReplaceTraditional Stucco - Install or Completely Replace

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The best of the best. Excellent carpentry. They knew what they were doing. We had a chimney chase repair and they knew exactly what to do. Did a lot of research before we hired them and are so glad we did. Canà ¢à  à  t say enough about them."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Carrington Roofing Co.
3.2(
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Traditional Stucco - Install or Completely Replace

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was truly impressed with the quick response and turn around time in which my project was completed. I found Tristan to be very professional and informative about the work that needed to be done. I explained to him what I wanted done and he did exactly that without trying to sell me something more than I needed. I would highly recommend Carrington Roofing to anyone who is in need of roofing and gutter repair."
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Universal Windows Direct of Chicago
3.9(
12
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Synthetic Stucco - Install or Completely ReplaceTraditional Stucco - Install or Completely Replace

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Universal Windows Direct was founded in April of 2002 by William Barr and Michael Strmac. It was their mission to create a home improvement company that offers high quality home improvement goods at the best possible value. What began as two guys in a 350 square foot office quickly grew to become one of the nation's leading remodeling companies. Today, Universal Windows Direct represents thousands of customers and has a rapidly growing network of locations nationwide, all of which are actively involved in the communities they serve.

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Universal Windows Direct
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Universal Windows Direct

+11

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Castino Painting, Stucco, Restoration
4.5(
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Synthetic Stucco - Install or Completely ReplaceSynthetic Stucco - Install or Completely Replace- For BusinessSynthetic Stucco - Repair or Partially Replace- For Business+4 more

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent painting of walls and repair of cracks in ceiling and one water damaged wall. Crew Georg and Toto very considerate and cleaned up after themselves. Very efficient. Some difficulty/misunderstanding about work to be done, but the owner made it right. I appreciate that very much. Thank you Castino!"
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Response time11 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
ASPIRE CONSTRUCTION, INC
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Synthetic Stucco - Install or Completely ReplaceSynthetic Stucco - Install or Completely Replace- For BusinessSynthetic Stucco - Repair or Partially Replace- For Business+4 more

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

"I have a small crack in my hybrid stucco.  I was nervous about it so I
called Aspire.  Peter came out that same day and rather than making up
some work for himself, he said not to worry about it, "don't waste time
or money." I thought that was so honorable of him.  I really appreciated
that honesty.  I would definitely have him back out to do work because I
really trust him.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Stucco questions, answered by experts

The cost to replace the chimney crown or top is about $1,550 on average. The range varies widely depending on the size of the chimney, the materials used, accessibility, and the extent of the damage. If you suspect a problem with your chimney top, call a professional masonry contractor for an inspection. 

To repair damaged exterior stucco, you’ll first remove all loose and crumbling material from the damaged area. You then need to thoroughly clean the area and dampen it to ensure proper bonding. After that, you’ll apply a bonding agent to the repair area, then apply new stucco in layers, allowing for curing time between each layer. The final coat should be textured to match the surrounding stucco pattern as closely as possible. Once fully cured, the repaired area can be painted to match the rest of the wall if needed.

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

The curing time for stucco typically takes several weeks to fully complete. During the curing process, the stucco undergoes a chemical reaction and gradually hardens. It's important to note that curing is different from drying. While the surface of the stucco may dry relatively quickly within a few hours or days, the curing process continues beneath the surface, strengthening and solidifying the stucco. 

It's best to avoid excessive moisture exposure during the curing period, as it can impede the curing process. The exact curing time can vary based on factors such as temperature, humidity, and the specific stucco mixture used.

The decision to repair or replace stucco depends on the extent of the damage. For minor issues like small cracks, holes, dirt, stains, or discoloration, a repair is typically sufficient and more cost-effective. These issues can often be resolved with a simple repair, a deep clean, and possibly a new coat of paint. However, for more significant problems such as large cracks, peeling, mold, algae, or structural water damage, a replacement might be necessary. In these cases, it is best to call a professional stucco contractor for an inspection. An expert can assess the severity of the damage, determine if there are deeper issues, and advise whether a repair is adequate or if replacing a section or an entire wall is the more cost-effective, long-term solution.

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