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Stucco Repair Edmonton

Sometimes it is tricky to know the difference between the various types of mortar-based exterior masonry finishes. Though the processes of parging repair and stucco repair are similar, there are a few notable differences to keep in mind to help determine which service you need for your home masonry repair needs.

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Both parging and stucco involve the application of a masonry coating to the surface of a home. Though parging is attractive and offers a more finished look than a bare, poured-concrete foundation, parging serves practical purposes that go beyond its appearance; while stucco’s purpose is almost entirely decorative.

Parging is a thin coat of mortar applied to foundation walls, primarily for protection against the elements and to create a smooth, uniform appearance. It helps cover imperfections in concrete or masonry, preventing further deterioration while enhancing the foundation’s look. Parging is not a structural component but acts as a protective and cosmetic layer, often requiring periodic maintenance to remain effective.

Stucco, on the other hand, is a much thicker and more durable exterior finish applied in multiple layers over a wire mesh or other base. It is commonly used for entire walls rather than just foundations, providing both insulation and weather resistance. Unlike parging, which is mainly functional, stucco serves both structural and decorative purposes, offering a textured, long-lasting finish that can be customized in color and design

Repair Foundation Cracks

The decision about how to repair foundation cracks will depend on a number of factors; not the least of which is determining whether it’s the foundation that is cracked, or it’s the coat of stucco or parging covering it! Because of the importance of a solid foundation, determining the nature and severity of any cracks is imperative.

A parging contractor can help seal any pits or surface-level imperfections in the foundation, but an actual crack that goes all or most of the way through is something that requires a foundation repair specialist. When any necessary repairs have been completed, a professionally applied coat of parging can help protect the foundation from future wear.

Parging Contractor

After laying out a few of the things a parging contractor does not do, it should help you to determine whether or not parging is the service that you require. If parging is the service you need, contact J and J Coatings for a complimentary quote. We’re the Edmonton parging experts and have the experience and expertise to perform work that stands up to the test of time.

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