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Q: What is the difference between stucco and mortar?

• <div><p>Mortar, or masonry mortar, is mainly used in joints and as parging for stone, brick, or cement construction. Stucco is primarily a surface material used as wall coverings. For maintenance, masonry will need repointing or replacing as damage or land shifting occurs, whereas stucco will need patching or refinishing as it tends to crack over time along with other types of wear-and-tear.</p></div>

Q: What is the life expectancy of stucco?

• <div><p>One <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stucco-pros-and-cons.htm">upside to stucco siding</a> is that it can last for 50 to 80 years, and it&rsquo;s reasonably low maintenance during that lifespan. However, you&rsquo;ll need routine maintenance to keep it looking its best, as it will crack and chip as it ages. If you live in an area that sees heavier rainfall, sealing your stucco siding every five to 10 years may be necessary.</p></div>

Q: Can I install stucco myself?

• <div><p>DIY is possible for small areas. Professional installation ensures even application and long-lasting results.</p></div>

Q: Can you do stucco yourself?

• <div><p>Yes, you can apply the stucco yourself, but it is a time- and labor-intensive project, especially on the exterior of a whole house. DIY stucco is better suited for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stucco-siding-repair-tips.htm">repairing stucco siding</a> or siding a smaller building, such as a shed or garage. Since most of the cost of stucco siding goes to labor, you can cut down significantly on the total if you&rsquo;re up for the challenge.</p></div>

Q: How long should stucco dry before painting?

• <div><p>Stucco will dry in two to three days, but you should wait one to two months to allow it to cure fully before you paint it. The curing process is slow, but leaving the material exposed to air and natural moisture will help it reach its maximum strength. If you live in a hot, arid climate, wait a month before painting. Wait two months before painting if you live in a more moderate or wet climate.</p></div>

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Last update on January 07, 2026

Reviewed in October 2024
I selected Armour over other contractors bids for my basement remodel and I am very happy that chose them. During the bidding process they answered all of my questions quickly and thoroughly, their proposal was thorough and clear, and they were happy to discuss my ideas, thoughts and concerns. ...
Armour Construction LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
East Coast designed and installed a gorgeous set of patios, walkways and lush landscaping surrounding our modern stucco home. The front entrance and backyard are stunning, providing beauty and new outdoor living spaces for us to enjoy. Mark Simpson captured our bold and colorful style. And East...
East Coast Landscape Design
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Reviewed in July 2022
Worth every penny! â ¦and he was reasonably priced. He was working longer and harder than what I was paying him. I was going to do it myself. Iâ m glad I didnâ t. My patio and driveway had algae and mold on it. Now it is sparkly clean. The walkway up to my door and my steps also needed...
Old Line Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in February 2022
Great service! The staff was super courteous and explained every step. I wanted to see a before and he showed me because I was a little skeptical if I needed duct cleaning or not. Would definitely recommend this company!
Safe House
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Reviewed in May 2021
We got 4 quotes for re-doing our entire exterior stucco walls and found E.M. Texture here on Angi and based on their reviews and price we decided to go with them. They were not the least or most expensive but right in the middle. Eliazar came out and walked through the process with me a few...
E.M. Texture Construction SVCS
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Reviewed in May 2021
Stan's Home Improvement power washed and stained my deck, three fences and stucco basement wall very quickly. The job looks great and the price was reasonable. He is a young company, but has previous experience. I have already recommended their services on Nextdoor in my community.
SW Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
Joe was very helpful and made good suggestions; work was well planned and completed efficiently by his team in one day; checked throughout project that we were getting exactly what we wanted; we will be calling him again for future work!
Springwood Gardens and Landscape
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Reviewed in June 2019
The company did an excellent job repairing the stucco/cement on exterior wall. The employees were very professional. The quality of the work is excellent. The boss kept me well informed through out the process.
E & F Masonry LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
As part of a deck remodeling project, we wanted to relocate the radon system to vent through another side of our house. When Mike came over, he noticed that we had an existing but unused pipe that the builders installed for radon (but never connected to) which ran from the basement to the attic....
G M D Construction INC
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Reviewed in April 2018
On time, polite, knowledgeable, respond quickly, lawn looks 3x better. Recommend most highly
American Lawn Specialists, Inc.
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