How long does German schmear last?

• <div><p>German schmear is a durable brick masonry coating. It should last at least a decade or two without flaking or fading, even with minimal maintenance. This makes it an economical option compared to the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-paint-house-exterior.htm">cost of painting your house exterior</a>, which usually needs to be repainted every five to 10 years to keep it looking its best—thus costing more over the same time period.</p></div>

Is EIFS or stucco more expensive?

• <div><p>On average, EIFS costs more than traditional stucco, both due to its complex materials and tricky installation. You'll pay between <b>$7 and $9 per square foot</b> for traditional stucco installation and <b>$8 to $14 per square foot</b> for EIFS. Contact a local siding contractor to get an accurate estimate for EIFS or stucco installation based on your project specifications.</p></div>

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Q: Which exterior renovation adds the most value to a house?

• <div><p>There are two ways to determine which renovation will add the most value to a house. One is based on money alone, and the other is based on the percentage of money spent versus money earned when selling the home. While these values vary, the best projects to add value based on percentages are exterior painting, replacing doors and windows, replacing the garage door, roofing replacement, and upgrading the siding.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to remove stucco siding?

• <div><p>The time required to remove stucco siding depends on the size of the home, the thickness of the stucco, and the complexity of the project. Most projects take between two and seven days, but larger or multi-story homes may require more time, especially if repairs are needed after removal is complete.</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>

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Last update on November 18, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
Siding Vault recently resided our home, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish! Owner Michael Ageyev and his crew exceeded our expectations. Communication was excellent, work was done at (and sometimes above) the high standards of Hardie siding specifications, and the site was...
Siding Vault
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Reviewed in October 2021
I am an engineer so I take the details on things seriously. I interviewed multiple companies for this work which had to be completed before putting my house on the market. Bill Gacioch at CPR was my #1 choice by far. Much of the scope of work was unknown until we got stucco removed from the...
Clean Property Restoration
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Reviewed in July 2019
Cannot say enough good things about these folk! They recently painted the exterior of our stucco and Hardi-board house and met all of our expectations... and we are picky! The entire process from bid to clean-up was smooth and professional. Cesar, Shawn and the crew were excellent to work with....
Back Country Painting
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Reviewed in September 2016
I highly recommend BA Critchfield Construction. They repaired an outside stucco wall, fixed the gutter, and installed heat tape to prevent the problem from occurring again. The workmanship was exceptional and cleanup was thorough. Fair pricing and friendly service. Thank you. :)
BA Critchfield Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2016
Five years later, the stucco and color of it have held up beautifully. Burt (the owner and single employee) was very respectful, and knew what he was doing. He stuccoed about two days, then came back a week later to do the painting. We wondered if he would really do it because we were out of...
EMR Masonry LLC
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Reviewed in August 2012
Restoring an old urban farmhouse, we knew we would have to replace most of the rotted, loose and damaged windows, including some of the frames. Another issue was that the outside was cement stucco, hard as rock, impossible to trim-to-fit. When I began two years ago I got estimates from five of...
Window World of DC Inc
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Save Time and Money on Exterior Renovations! At FullTime Contractor, we are dedicated to providing the highest-quality craftsmanship to homeowners for their Roofing, Siding, and Window needs. Our fast, easy, and reliable 4-step process has streamlined home renovation. With decades of experience, our simplified, modern approach was developed with the homeowner in mind. Thousands of satisfied customers across Washington and Oregon trust FullTime Contractor for cost-effective solutions that help you Love Where You Live!

"I had a good experience with this team. Very efficient job, good work, and cleaned up afterwards. I was also impressed that one of the guys came back later to re-install an outdoor outlet that I needed to buy a new box for before it could be re-installed."

Phil A on September 2024

"I had a good experience with this team. Very efficient job, good work, and cleaned up afterwards. I was also impressed that one of the guys came back later to re-install an outdoor outlet that I needed to buy a new box for before it could be re-installed."

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The Stucco Guys is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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"Raphael and his team were great. They built a Hog wire fence and had it up within 1.5 days. Great quality and workmanship. I will definitely reach out to them again for other outdoor projects."

Thia M on July 2025

"Raphael and his team were great. They built a Hog wire fence and had it up within 1.5 days. Great quality and workmanship. I will definitely reach out to them again for other outdoor projects."

Thia M on July 2025

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We are a family owned business. 17 years experience in the industry. It’s our pleasure to serve your painting and contracting needs. We specialize in all interior, exterior painting, refinishing of cabinets, framing, drywall, tapping, texturing. And decks and fences

"Chris did a great job. We hired him two times, once for the exterior and then the interior. Both times he was very professional, affordible and finished the job quickly. We will hire him again when needed."

Tyler T on March 2023

"Chris did a great job. We hired him two times, once for the exterior and then the interior. Both times he was very professional, affordible and finished the job quickly. We will hire him again when needed."

Tyler T on March 2023

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Local Small Business, On hands, 20+ years experience, Attention to detail, Pride in Craftsmanship.

Our mission at Hampton Enterprise LLC is to provide clients with superior customer service, quality work and speedy service in all aspects of their home improvement needs. Licensed, insured and trusted since 1989; come discover the Hampton difference today! We specialize in the installation and repair of Windows, Doors, Flooring, Sinks, Bathtubs, Showers, Sprinkler Systems and much more. We also offer Interior and Exterior Home Painting, Custom Welding Fabrication and Carpentry.Localy in your area just call and i will call back with a local number thank you . from James Hampton AL.Dothan 334-648-3817, AL Birmingham 334-648-3817, AL Huntsville 334-648-3817, AL Mobile 334-648-3817, AL Tuscaloosa 334-648-3817, AL Montgomery 334-578-4761, AR Little Rock 334-648-3817, AZ Phoenix 334-648-3817, CA LosAngeles/Sacramento 334-648-3817, CO Denver/Colorado Springs 334-648-3817, CT Hartford 334-648-3817, DE Dover 334-648-3817, FL Tallahassee 334-648-3817, FL Cape Canaveral/ Cocoa 334-648-3817, FL. Destin 334-648-3817, FL Gainsville 334-648-3817 Fl Jacksonville 334-648-3817, FL Orlando 334-648-3817, FL Panama City 334-648-3817, FL Tampa 334-648-3817, FL Miami 334-648-3817, GA Atlanta 334-648-3817, GA Albany 334-648-3817, GA Augusta 334-648-3817, GA Columbus 334-648-3817, GA Macon 334-648-3817, GA Valdosta 334-648-3817, IA Des Moines 334-648-3817, ID Boise 334-648-3817, IL Chicago/Springfield 334-648-3817, IN Indianapolis 334-648-3817, KS Levenworth/Topeka 334-648-3817, KY Frankfort 334-648-3817, LA New orleans/Baton Rouge 334-648-3817, MA Boston 334-648-3817, MD Annapolis 334-648-3817, ME Augusta 334-648-3817, MI Detroit/Lansing 334-648-3817, MN Saint Paul 334-648-3817, MO kansas City/Jefferson City 334-648-3817, MS Jackson 334-648-3817, MS Biloxi 334-648-3817, MS Gulf Port 334-648-3817, MT helena 334-648-3817, NC Raleigh 334-648-3817, ND Bismark 334-648-3817, NE Lincoln 334-648-3817, NJ Trenton 334-648-3817, NM Santa Fe 334-648-3817, NV Carson City 334-648-3817, NV Las Vegas 334-648-3817 NY Albany 334-648-3817, OH Columbus 334-648-3817, OK Oklahoma Ciy 334-648-3817, OR Salem 334-648-3817, PA harrisburg 334-648-3817, RI Providence 334-648-3817, SC Columbia 334-648-3817, SD Pierre 334-648-3817, TN nashville 334-648-3817, TX Austin 334-648-3817, UT Salt Lake City 334-648-3817, VA Richmond 334-648-3817, VT montpelier 334-648-3817, WI Madison 334-648-3817, WV Charleston 334-648-3817, WY Cheyenne 334-648-3817

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Stucco questions, answered by experts

German schmear is a durable brick masonry coating. It should last at least a decade or two without flaking or fading, even with minimal maintenance. This makes it an economical option compared to the cost of painting your house exterior, which usually needs to be repainted every five to 10 years to keep it looking its best—thus costing more over the same time period.

There are two ways to determine which renovation will add the most value to a house. One is based on money alone, and the other is based on the percentage of money spent versus money earned when selling the home. While these values vary, the best projects to add value based on percentages are exterior painting, replacing doors and windows, replacing the garage door, roofing replacement, and upgrading the siding.

On average, EIFS costs more than traditional stucco, both due to its complex materials and tricky installation. You'll pay between $7 and $9 per square foot for traditional stucco installation and $8 to $14 per square foot for EIFS. Contact a local siding contractor to get an accurate estimate for EIFS or stucco installation based on your project specifications.

The time required to remove stucco siding depends on the size of the home, the thickness of the stucco, and the complexity of the project. Most projects take between two and seven days, but larger or multi-story homes may require more time, especially if repairs are needed after removal is complete.

DIY is possible for small areas. Professional installation ensures even application and long-lasting results.

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