Consider Stucco Repair in NJ to Lower Your Energy Bills

Properly installed stucco impacts your home in a number of ways. For starters, it improves the curbside appeal of your building by enhancing the beauty. In addition to that, it keeps moisture from penetrating your walls and causing mold growth and other serious issues. While these factors seem obvious, many don't realize the impact stucco repair can provide for New Jersey homes when it comes to energy efficiency.

Air filtration in an improperly installed stucco system can increase your energy costs. The protection comes not in the form of the stucco itself, but rather what happens before the stucco goes on. The WRB’s (water resistive barrier) needs to have the seams sealed in order for it to serve two purposes; one, keep liquid water out and allow water vapor to move back and forth, two, sealing the seams prevents air infiltration and air exfiltration. “Infiltration is the uncontrolled passage of outdoor air into a building through unintended leaks in the building envelope (e.g., cracks between wall sections, wall-floor connections, corners, the roof-wall interface, around windows and doors).18 Exfiltration is the opposite process.

 Increase the energy efficiency of your home with stucco repair.

When our experts in stucco repair in NJ arrive at your home, they can determine via infrared thermography if you’re missing insulation behind the stucco of your home. With the right amount of insulation, any residence can see a major drop in their monthly energy bills. In addition to the insulation, our professionals can determine if your stucco is in need of repair (and your money) isn't flying out the window.

When stucco repair is necessary, the plywood sheathing of your home might be rotting. Fortunately, we have experience replacing each layer behind your exterior stucco. By replacing the wood, insulation, water resistant barrier and stucco, you will not only see improvements on your energy bills but notice the impact on air quality in your home. There is no better way to go green than to save some green in the process.

Give us a call and enjoy a home that is comfortably cool in the summer, nice and warm in the winter, and beautiful to drive up to each and every day.