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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>

Q: What siding has the least maintenance?

• <div><p>Fiber cement siding is one of the lowest-maintenance options. The material&rsquo;s formula is resistant to insect activities, moisture, and most physical impacts. Vinyl and aluminium siding is also fairly easy to upkeep. All these <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/low-maintenance-siding.htm">low-maintenance options</a> only require basic surface cleaning, caulking, and regular gutter maintenance to prevent water dams from forming. </p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of stucco?

• <div><p>One of the most significant downsides to stucco is the installation cost, which is higher than that of many other siding options because getting it to look clean and professional is a labor-intensive process. Stucco can also absorb water, making it an unsuitable option for siding in areas that see excessive rainfall. Finally, stucco can crack and chip, especially in extreme weather, and repairs are not only challenging and require help from a professional who does stucco, but can get expensive.</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: What’s the difference between stucco repair and stucco remediation?

• <div><p>Stucco repair can best be described as a patch. It involves identifying the problem and fixing that specific damage with additional stucco. If no mold infiltration or an underlying leak is causing the damage, repair is most likely all you need. </p><p>Remediation, on the other hand, involves removing the existing siding, fixing the underlying cause of the damage, and then reapplying stucco siding for that wall. It&rsquo;s a more permanent fix that takes longer to complete and, hence, comes with a steeper price tag than repair.</p></div>

There are 15 highly-rated local stucco pros.

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Color Matters Painting, Inc.

Color Matters Painting, Inc.

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

53 local quotes requested

"We are a company of home improvement that aims to offer a good service with a good price. Our commitment with quality has more than 14 years. We guarantee our services with a 3 years warranty and we are fully insured to serve you better. Our goal is to make your life simple letting you feel that you can count on us when the question is renovation."

"We had our house trim and large deck painted, and it was by far the best experience I’ve ever had! Everyone was so friendly and amazing. I think the best part was that they took so much pride in their work!! I will refer them, and use them for any painting in the future! The cost was also a great value!"

Nikole N on May 2023

"We had our house trim and large deck painted, and it was by far the best experience I’ve ever had! Everyone was so friendly and amazing. I think the best part was that they took so much pride in their work!! I will refer them, and use them for any painting in the future! The cost was also a great value!"

Nikole N on May 2023

Kennedy Painting

Kennedy Painting

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

35 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated fully Licensed, Interior, and Exterior Painting company. We strive for excellence and provide the best for our clients. We also offer wallpaper install, wallpaper removal, stucco as well as cleaning services.

"Brian was great! He was so helpful, with everything done efficiently and on budget!"

Alison G on July 2025

"Brian was great! He was so helpful, with everything done efficiently and on budget!"

Alison G on July 2025

NE Plastering and Painting

NE Plastering and Painting

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

93 local quotes requested

We specialize in drywall and sheet rock installs, repairs, finishing, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Amazing job, fast and efficient at a reasonable cost. Would highly recommend them to anyone in need of plastering work!"

Cory T on June 2025

"Amazing job, fast and efficient at a reasonable cost. Would highly recommend them to anyone in need of plastering work!"

Cory T on June 2025

ARCH PAINTING

ARCH PAINTING

Customers say: Super punctual

363 local quotes requested

28 years of experience

About Arch Painting® Arch Painting is the nation’s leading commercial paint contractor. Founded by Joe Giacalone in 1997, Arch Painting provides unparalleled painting services that transform spaces from ordinary to extraordinary. Customer service, attention to detail, mastery of technique, and uncompromising commitment to quality are the foundation of each job and partnership served. Learn more at www.archpainting.com. About Paintzen® Paintzen is an Arch Painting Company. Powered by Zenify and backed by three decades of experience from Arch Painting, Paintzen is transforming the residential paint experience, combining high quality service and convenient technology for better, faster results. Using Zenify technology to price, book and manage interior or exterior residential painting projects, Paintzen streamlines the process. With Paintzen you can price and book a paint project in as little as 5 minutes and have a paint crew on location in as few as 5 days. Learn more at www.paintzen.com.

"Start to finish, excellent service and value delivered. Crew & team were extremely professional, great communicators, always went the extra step to ensure the project was done exactly as it was requested. We moved into a new office space and originally just wanted some touch-ups, they transformed the space into something we didn't think was possible, all while meeting our tight deadlines. Wouldn't look anywhere else for any future commercial or residential work to be done."

Guillaume B on February 2025

"Start to finish, excellent service and value delivered. Crew & team were extremely professional, great communicators, always went the extra step to ensure the project was done exactly as it was requested. We moved into a new office space and originally just wanted some touch-ups, they transformed the space into something we didn't think was possible, all while meeting our tight deadlines. Wouldn't look anywhere else for any future commercial or residential work to be done."

Guillaume B on February 2025

The Empire Company

The Empire Company

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

67 local quotes requested

We know how important it is to choose a company that will meet and exceed your expectations. We work with honesty and partner with our customers, as we're both always seeking 100% satisfaction.We're a family owned business. My wife and I run this to have a better life for our families. We offer interior & exterior painting, all types of handyman work, pressure washing, and housecleaning services.

"Excellent job! Took care of a fair amount of carpentry to get things looking good. Bruno was very responsive to how I wanted things to look and adjusted as necessary. Everyone loves how things came out. Highly recommend!"

Michael T on September 2025

"Excellent job! Took care of a fair amount of carpentry to get things looking good. Bruno was very responsive to how I wanted things to look and adjusted as necessary. Everyone loves how things came out. Highly recommend!"

Michael T on September 2025

Gold Painting, Inc.

Gold Painting, Inc.

Customers say: Terrific value

70 local quotes requested

23 years of experience

With over 25 years of professional painting experience Gold Painting, Inc is your premier residentional/commercial painting provider! We are licensed/bonded and take great pride in providing our customers the excellent services! Contact us today for a "FREE ESTIMATE" we look forward to serving you!

"Great company to work with. Skilled painters who care and do a thorough job. Had a great experience with Gold Painting"

JASON C on September 2025

"Great company to work with. Skilled painters who care and do a thorough job. Had a great experience with Gold Painting"

JASON C on September 2025

High Definition Painting Inc

High Definition Painting Inc

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

50 local quotes requested

We are a commercial painting business that provides the best quality painting to keep your business looking fresh. As a business painting company, we can help you give your business the look you have always desired. We are experts in local commercial & house painting, providing both interior & exterior painting at competitive pricing.

"This is the second time that I’ve used High Definition painting - Fernando and his team did an incredible job painting the third floor of my home and outside shutters. The finished product looks incredible and the team is wonderful. Highly recommend."

Kristi C on October 2025

"This is the second time that I’ve used High Definition painting - Fernando and his team did an incredible job painting the third floor of my home and outside shutters. The finished product looks incredible and the team is wonderful. Highly recommend."

Kristi C on October 2025

DS PAINTING

DS PAINTING

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

31 local quotes requested

Hello we are DS PAINTING! We offer interior painting, cabinet painting, and tile installation. Give us call for a Free estimate today !

"Leo from DS Painting was an awesome person to work with. Very prompt and did an exceptional job on our house. He went out of his way to make it look new! I would certainly hire him for any job we need on our house. Thank you Leo!!!"

Robert M on July 2025

Hello we are DS PAINTING! We offer interior painting, cabinet painting, and tile installation. Give us call for a Free estimate today !

"Leo from DS Painting was an awesome person to work with. Very prompt and did an exceptional job on our house. He went out of his way to make it look new! I would certainly hire him for any job we need on our house. Thank you Leo!!!"

Robert M on July 2025

Melvin Power Wash

Melvin Power Wash

Customers say: Quality work

175 local quotes requested

14 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated home improvement and exterior cleaning company based out of Providence, RI and servicing all of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut and throughout New England. Our services include: Gutter and Downspout Cleaning, Gutter Repair, Replacement & Installation, Pressure Washing (Roof & House Exterior), Deck Restoration (with Sealant and/or Staining), Deck Maintenance, Window and Screen Cleaning, Carpentry, Exterior Painting, Leaf Removal, Ice & Snow Removal and much more! We are fully licensed & insured and strive to exceed the guidelines established by the Roofing Manufacturers Association. Our mission is to provide the highest quality service to our customers and make it our top priority. We always strive to complete the job to our customers’ requirements and guarantee that it will be done right and on time! Please contact us today to schedule an appointment! 20% OFF from second Home Power wash to Angie's List members. Regularly priced for 2000 feet at $299.00 10% off for Deck maintenance to Angie's List members. Priced regularly 200 feet for $289.00 Call to claim at 401-327-8409

"Melvin responded promptly to all communications and arrived on time to provide a quote. The quote was very reasonable, and the work was done very well and on time. He was accommodating and provided a ladder to access one of the porches."

Roger J on June 2025

"Melvin responded promptly to all communications and arrived on time to provide a quote. The quote was very reasonable, and the work was done very well and on time. He was accommodating and provided a ladder to access one of the porches."

Roger J on June 2025

Vista Home Improvement

2097 Riverdale Street

Vista Home Improvement

2097 Riverdale Street

Customers say: True professional

70 local quotes requested

17 years of experience

Vista home improvement has been serving the communities of Upstate NY and New England for over 17 years! With experienced staff , we are proud of our reputation for honesty, fairness, and hard work. This shows through our awards and achievements such as: Multiple category recipient of Angie's List Super Service Award, Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofer, and numerous others. We also gratefully support numerous children's, veteran's, and special needs organizations in the communities we serve! Call us anytime for a free estimate on roof replacement, replacement windows, siding, gutters, decks, bathroom remodels, additions and more. No high pressure just meeting to discuss your needs and provide you with solutions! Sincerely, Brian Rudd Owner

"We recommend Vista Home Improvement if: you don't mind errors from the wrong siding color being ordered & delivered, wrong quantity of product being delivered to finish the job without delay & installation errors; if you don't mind nothing being done for a week (crew pulled from job) & lack of updates/replies to calls/emails from foreman, project supervisor &/0r team leader; if you don't mind a 5-week siding job for a 1-story home; if you ask for the advert Specials of the month and that falls on deaf ears by your product specialist-team leader; if you're ok with the owner having your money,never checking w/you; if the work order for gutter install omits work & a phone call is needed while on vacation to get it done; On a positive note: The job was moved up two months - awesome! The work crew was great. Erica R at Vista is super helpful friendly. No excuses, doesn't point fingers like others; gets the info & calls back. We love the finished look of our home."

Mike N on November 2022

"We recommend Vista Home Improvement if: you don't mind errors from the wrong siding color being ordered & delivered, wrong quantity of product being delivered to finish the job without delay & installation errors; if you don't mind nothing being done for a week (crew pulled from job) & lack of updates/replies to calls/emails from foreman, project supervisor &/0r team leader; if you don't mind a 5-week siding job for a 1-story home; if you ask for the advert Specials of the month and that falls on deaf ears by your product specialist-team leader; if you're ok with the owner having your money,never checking w/you; if the work order for gutter install omits work & a phone call is needed while on vacation to get it done; On a positive note: The job was moved up two months - awesome! The work crew was great. Erica R at Vista is super helpful friendly. No excuses, doesn't point fingers like others; gets the info & calls back. We love the finished look of our home."

Mike N on November 2022

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Stucco questions, answered by experts

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.

Fiber cement siding is one of the lowest-maintenance options. The material’s formula is resistant to insect activities, moisture, and most physical impacts. Vinyl and aluminium siding is also fairly easy to upkeep. All these low-maintenance options only require basic surface cleaning, caulking, and regular gutter maintenance to prevent water dams from forming.

One of the most significant downsides to stucco is the installation cost, which is higher than that of many other siding options because getting it to look clean and professional is a labor-intensive process. Stucco can also absorb water, making it an unsuitable option for siding in areas that see excessive rainfall. Finally, stucco can crack and chip, especially in extreme weather, and repairs are not only challenging and require help from a professional who does stucco, but can get expensive.

Stucco is considered a type of cladding 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—the scratch coat, the brown coat, and the finish coat—also create a more complex building membrane, so it’s more accurate to call it cladding. However, homeowners and contractors alike refer to stucco as siding.

Stucco repair can best be described as a patch. It involves identifying the problem and fixing that specific damage with additional stucco. If no mold infiltration or an underlying leak is causing the damage, repair is most likely all you need.

Remediation, on the other hand, involves removing the existing siding, fixing the underlying cause of the damage, and then reapplying stucco siding for that wall. It’s a more permanent fix that takes longer to complete and, hence, comes with a steeper price tag than repair.

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