Repairing Stucco Cracks

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Stucco cracks are not uncommon. But it is essential to rectify upon discovery. There are many reasons why a stucco crack can occur. Some notable mentions include: settling, weather changes during stucco installation, improper installation resulting in forced cracks, in caulked joints, incorrectly installed underpayment, or paper lath, and more. We have a system to repair stucco cracks swiftly depending on the size of the cracks. If the crack is less than a quarter inch, than the repair is fairly simple and can be repaired by simply installing a special Filler/ caulk in the damaged area. If the crack is greater than a 1/4”  the repair will need a bit more work from one of our specialist. Give us a call today, we can help. 239-692-9578 

PopCorn Ceiling

it’s time to update your popcorn ceiling 

it’s time to update your popcorn ceiling 

Popcorn ceiling aka cottage cheese aka acoustical spray ceiling, is a dying ceiling texture. Apartments, condos and homes all over florida have the texture, but every realtor or sale by owner in Florida understands that keeping the ceiling as is will only prolong the sale. So they scramble to remove it or at least get a number on what it will take to remove the texture for the possible buyer. Home owners also dislike the texture for negatives such as: aesthetics, dust build up and more. We get it! You want to get rid of it. We can help you get rid of it and get a brand new look. Give us a call or book an appointment today for your free consultation on popcorn ceiling removal. 239-692-9578 

 

Upgrade from Vinyl Siding to Stucco Siding

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UPGRADE YOUR WALLS TODAY! Unfortunately, Irma did a lot of damage to wood structured or vinyl siding homes during the hurricane. What some homeowners might not know is that a lot of the damage they have recently been made aware of is damage that already existed behind that vinyl siding. Here in Florida the Stucco just seems to do better than many of its counter parts. It’s a proven wall system. If your experiencing a lot of the same issues as everyone else:

 

1.) Wood Rot

2.) Damaged Siding

3.) Missing Siding Pieces

4.) Home not cool enough 

5.) Too much outside noise

6.) In need of design upgrade

7.) Paint Failure

8.) Water Intrusion

9.) Constant mold

 

Call vitewalls today for your new exterior wall options. 239-424-9219 or visit vitewalls.com

Wood to stucco

We've spoken about the great benefits of stucco here in Florida over wood before, which may include: not having to worry about wood rot, moldy wood to name a few. Here is another wood to stucco home that was performed by us near Victoria Park  

Wood to stucco installation in Naples, FL

Wood to stucco installation in Naples, FL

Stucco Column Repair

The Florida weather can cause great harm to personal property and assets as well as your own well being if you don't properly prepare for its wonderful yet radical behavior at times. Similar to the precautions you need to take as a person to prepare yourself for the rain, sun, wind etc. you must do the same for your home, commercial or industrial property. Taking care of the minor stucco cracks and impediments on an exterior surface will only save you a great deal of time in money in the long run. With that said we do know that many times you may inherit an asset that wasn't taken care of by you or you may have overlooked the importance and need a solution rapidly. No worries Vite Walls can assist and take care of the impediments you may be having whether it's a stucco crack, rotten wood behind the stucco, water leakage coming through your walls, whatever the case we'll asses the problem and give you a solution. Call Vite walls at 239-424-9219 . www.vitewalls.com

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Window, sliders, door repair

Removing a window, adding a new door or sliders sounds exciting, till you have to repair the damage that was done in the process. Call Vite Walls we'll match up the surrounding area. 239-424-9219 vitewalls.com

Stucco repair and match by Vite Walls  

Stucco repair and match by Vite Walls  

Texture match in SWFL

We've mastered the toughest patch work to help the consumer save on cost. Patch that area there and you don't have to do the entire ceiling... That's a cost savings to the customer. Call us today for your patch work. 239-424-9219 vitewalls.com 

 

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Texture Repair in Lanai Ceiling

In SWFL we do a lot of lanai ceiling repairs as well as entry way ceiling repairs. Depending on installation preferences many builders choose to put drywall at the covered lanai areas. These areas over time often start to peel or break away which can come from a combination of weather, ceiling finish choice and paint choice. Whatever the cause our team will inspect the area, give you options to fixing the area, and ultimately  take care of the job. Give us a call at 239-424-9219  to get your ceiling taken care of. 

 

Lanai ceiling repair  

Lanai ceiling repair  

Commercial stucco window repair.

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Commercial stucco window repair by Vite Walls. We've seen a lot of wood rot and window leak issues over the years due to incorrect installation or weather that has just done it fair share on a product that has ran its course in regards to years of service. No worries we can handle the repair, just give us a call at 239-424-9219 or email us at info@vitewalls.com  

Hardiboard siding vs stucco siding formed like hardiboard.

Ok Homeowner, there may come a time in your remodel, new build process where you have to choose between stucco siding vs hardiboard siding. You may like the look of the hardiboard siding vs the stucco options being presented to you. At second thought you might like the stucco benefits, and history for withstanding the test of time as opposed to the hardiboard. Well here is a perfect option to get the benefits you're looking for and the look you love............"drum roll"...... Stucco Siding in the form of a hardiboard. Yes! It's possible, and very popular these days. We can show you some examples and options helping pick your perfect look. Don't wait give us a call now: 239-424-9219 or 239-963-9378. www.vitewalls.com 

Replacing Wood or Vinyl Siding for Stucco

Lately we've been receiving a lot of request for wood siding replacement or vinyl siding replacement. Simply put, home owners and project managers are looking to replace the current wood or vinyl siding that is currently on the exterior of their home/place/building in search of a more reliable and visually pleasing siding such as stucco installed. Some of the reasons these replacements have been sought include:

1.) Saving Cost

Saving in cost over the long haul because the current wood siding continues to Rot over time  which ensues a cost for the owner every year for wood. 3 pieces here, 4 pieces there and before you know it you've replaced your entire exterior siding over time, and will continue to incur those cost. 

2.) Leaks through windows and doors.

An example of this is found where a few customers were simply replacing a door and while doing so happend to be presented with new wood rot behind the water protective barrier or tyvek wrap. 

3.) Visual displeasure.  

Some of the homes have wood in areas that just don't belong. Many a time builders wood put wood on a cement block home at peaks or random places to cover certain things up, or maybe didn't have the ability to properly install the right stucco system in those areas which required a water protective barrier, wire lath and stucco. Or maybe it was the visual style. However the style is dated. People have been looking for a more seamless look, and a more cost effective option. 

4.  " Flip Flop" wood to vinyl or vinyl to wood

There have been many instances that didn't quite work out, where wood siding has been replaced for vinyl siding and vice versa. If your looking for a siding that will stick over the long run and won't cost you to maintain as much over time, consider stucco siding. Stucco has been proven for centuries, it's low maintenance, and dependable. 

Call us now for more details on you siding replacement project @ 239-963-9378 or 239-424-9219  

Talk to you soon.  

 

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Side view of a home  where wood was replaced for stucco in Naples, FL