Replace You Old Stucco Siding
Need Your Stucco Siding Replaced?
Are you frustrated with cracked and crumbling stucco siding on your home’s exterior?
Many homes in Toronto had cement and plaster stucco siding, popular in the early twentieth century when residences were built to have a Mediterranean look. It was made for more temperate climates, not Toronto’s harsh winters. It does not age well, so you will ultimately have to deal with stucco failure.
James Hardie fibre cement siding is a good option for long-lasting, low-maintenance exterior performance that can look like stucco.
What Is The Cause Of Stucco Failing?
The word stucco failure refers to an issue that many homeowners face: moisture damage. Both traditional and synthetic versions of this building material can be readily weakened by humidity.
Moisture is a problem with any material, but it’s more troublesome with stucco because the deterioration can lurk in the foam insulation behind your stucco siding. As a result, detecting the early stages of stucco breakdown is difficult. You may not notice it until the damage has accumulated, creating headaches and costly structural repairs. And, because stucco is so susceptible to moisture damage, it is not suggested for homes in the GTA, as it cannot endure our region’s damp, cold, windy weather.
What Makes Hardie Siding A Long-Lasting Stucco Siding Repair?
Whether you’re experiencing stucco failure symptoms such as wood rot, discolouration, cracks, and mould or are ready for a new exterior look, you should seriously evaluate all aspects of James Hardie siding.
James Hardie Is Resistant to Moisture
When constructing materials that can withstand Toronto’s rain, snow, ice, and lakeshore humidity, stucco (and wood) are not the best options. However, Hardie siding comprises long-lasting fibre cement (Portland cement, sand, and cellulose) that does not deteriorate when exposed to moisture.
Mould and Mildew Are Kept at Bay.
Stucco conceals moisture, providing a fertile environment for mould and mildew to thrive. These growths are not only ugly but also unhealthy, exacerbating allergies and breathing difficulties. The good news is that Hardie siding comprises a manufactured substance (fibre cement) that mould and mildew cannot grow on.
Stucco Siding Is Not Easy To Maintain
Stucco is not easy to keep clean. Even if a tiny amount of moisture seeps into the plaster, it can appear blotchy, powdery, or discoloured. In Toronto’s winter climate, it will crumble & crack. It’s just a matter of time. And you don’t want to merely patch and paint it without first making sure there isn’t any moisture damage beneath the stucco.
Hardie siding is very easy to maintain. It holds paint longer than comparable materials and can even be ordered with a factory-applied ColorPlus Technology for a vivid surface that lasts up to 15 years (warranty!). It is not readily cracked or dented. Rinse it with a hose once or twice a year and inspect the caulking. That’s it.
James Hardie Looks Great For Decades
While stucco is appealing when first applied, it quickly wears away, losing its sheen. It quickly reduces the curb attractiveness of your home. Stucco will not look excellent in Toronto’s cold, severe weather climate.
It’s the polar opposite with Hardie siding! This sumptuous, stylish siding material has preserved its appealing design for decades with no effort on your part. One of the reasons Canadian homeowners prefer Hardie siding is its long-lasting attractiveness. It is guaranteed for 30 years but frequently lasts up to 50.
Environmentally Aware
Many homeowners like the fact that stucco is an environmentally friendly building material. That is an excellent thing. The issue is that stucco deteriorates quickly, especially in the Toronto region. As a result, it must be replaced more frequently, adding to landfills.
James Hardie siding is an excellent ecological option for your home. Because of its cement-based composition, it requires less landfill space than other sidings.
James Hardie Siding Can Breath New Life Into Your Home’s Exterior.
If your property has stucco siding, it’s critical to find a long-term remedy that eliminates the concerns stucco failure can cause. Beautiful James Hardie fibre cement siding is an outstanding choice that will provide you with decades of long-lasting, low-maintenance beauty.
As a James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor, we have installed this stunning, cutting-edge material more precisely than anybody else in the Toronto region. We’ll ensure that your siding is correctly placed, so your warranty is preserved.
