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A few years back I remember reading about the horror stories of newly finished homes with synthetic stucco having moisture problems of some sort. Seems like it couldn’t breathe or something and the plywood underneath rotted away quickly. What was the problem that caused this? Does anyone know what to look for to tell if the proper measures were not done to prevent this? I am looking to buy a home with synthetic stucco and I don’t want any problems later on. Any help is greatly appreciated. The home is located in central US; average rainfall 18″.
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The problem is poor detailing ( flashing , etc), water gets under the EIFS and has no way out, thus
rotting the wall sheathing
There have been some lawsuits yada yada yada , and it was or is banned in some locals.
Most of the suppilers have come out with redesigned products ( built in rain-screens, etc).
If it is a new house , have the builder explain which system he used. If in doubt hire an inspector
who is knowledgeable on the subject.
DJ
*We just bought a concrete block house. We are considering EIFS too. Does applying it to concrete block have the same moisture concerns.
*It still has to be applied properly. Windows can be damaged or ruined as well as many other things. EIFS is great IF installed correctly. But if it's not, even on block, it can lead to problems. It's just not as likely to ruin as much with block construction.BTW, I have CAD drawings of EIFS details if anybody wants them. I can post them in a number of formats. I have several for about every possible situation.Billy
*Sto is one manufacturer, Dryvit another. Both have websites for information. We use them a lot commercially and if you follow the details they are a surprisingly good product and cost effective.
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A few years back I remember reading about the horror stories of newly finished homes with synthetic stucco having moisture problems of some sort. Seems like it couldn't breathe or something and the plywood underneath rotted away quickly. What was the problem that caused this? Does anyone know what to look for to tell if the proper measures were not done to prevent this? I am looking to buy a home with synthetic stucco and I don't want any problems later on. Any help is greatly appreciated. The home is located in central US; average rainfall 18".