Roof Waterproofing

Moisture Intrusion Experts

One of the biggest flaws in a stucco system is the lack of sealants. Chances are your home is not properly water-proofed, sealed, or flashed. The most common problem areas are where stucco meets windows and trim, around penetrations to the stucco (light fixtures, hose bibs, and flashings), and at places where stucco meets a dissimilar surface (siding, brick, stone, and wood).

Without proper sealant, water can seep into crevices and cracks and cause considerable damage, which cannot always be immediately seen until after the damage is already done.

Stuccolite LLC will inspect your home to locate all areas that are not properly caulked and sealed. Once these areas are identified, they will use a sealant (caulking) appropriate for the substrate to create a water-tight barrier.

Stuccolite LLC uses Dow Corning’s 795 Sealant or NP1 which are the industry standard products for use with stucco structures.

 Contact us for a FREE estimate today.

Flashing

From our vast experience, we have concluded that the majority of stucco homes in Houston were constructed with incorrect flashing. Some flashing mistakes include allowing for the roofing shingles to be in direct contact with a stucco substrate. When water cascades down the shingles against the vertical stucco plane, the stucco will wick up the water which can ultimately destroy the stucco surface. This is the same situation when it comes to stucco being in direct contact with the floor.

It is required, by codes in Texas, to allow for a clearance between the stucco substrate and the termination (paved surface or roof line). This also requires a correct ventilation to allow for capillary drainage of water.

Many homes are constructed without the benefit of any flashing at converging roof lines, balconies, or chimneys. The lack of proper flashing can produce costly repairs if not corrected quickly.

Typically, with new flashing installation, the old stucco surface must be removed and new weep-screed or kick-out/diverter flashing should be inserted. New stucco is then applied and protected from future damage.