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How to Estimate Stucco Repair
Contractor method to estimate stucco repair by area, damage type, color match and labor with clear materials and labor lines.
Stucco repair is part surface fix and part matching the old finish. The patched area, the depth of damage, and how close the new coat matches the existing texture all set the price. This guide covers measuring the patch, pricing the scratch and finish coats, and knowing when the wall needs more than a patch.
THE SHORT ANSWER
How to Estimate Stucco Repair
80 sq ft of moderate stucco damage with color match and 8 labor hours at $60 totals about $870.
Measure the patch and the damage
Price by the area you will actually patch, then rate the damage. Hairline cracks and blistering are different jobs from loose or delaminating stucco.
- Patch area
- Damage level
- Color and texture match
- Crew hours
Lath, base and finish coats
If the lath is exposed or the base coat is gone, the repair needs a scratch coat and a base coat before the finish. That adds material and drying time.
Matching is part of the labor
Blending the patch into the existing texture and color is skilled work. Confirm whether the quote includes a full color match or just a close patch.
Compare stucco repair quotes
Ask for the coats and the matching method in writing. A cheap patch that stands out usually means a redo.