Q:We have a ranch home in the Bay Area and over the years we've replaced some of the exterior siding with plywood. When we did this work, waterproof paper was installed beneath the plywood. The ...

Stucco is a common exterior wall finish, particularly in the arid reaches of the U.S. Southwest. There, the stucco does not ...

In 2024, vinyl siding was the most used principal exterior wall material for homes started. It holds just over a quarter ...

Traditionally, stucco has been a popular exterior wall system. It adds character and can give a house a sophisticated finish - especially when it's combined with other masonry wall systems such as ...

Q: Our house has a stucco exterior that needs to be painted for the fourth time in the past 20 years. In previous paint jobs, we have done much scraping, used primer coats and finish paints made ...

Stucco cracking is an issue that homeowners ask me about all the time. Large exterior wall surfaces are eye-catchers, so when the surface becomes laced with cracks, it will definitely get a ...

How can I clean the exterior stucco on my house without damaging it? To keep stucco attractive for many years, it is important to provide routine maintenance to the exterior of your home. Periodic ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - In the market for a new home or maybe you're selling the one you're in? As the real estate market seems to be heating up, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan warns buyers ...

Team: Operative Plasterers’ and Cement Masons’ International Association; Northwest Carpenters Union; GTS Interior Supply; Salmon Bay Sand & Gravel; ClarkDietrich/Vinyl Corp.; DeWalt; Dryvit Systems; ...