Buildda stucco approach:
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Cleaning, repair of substrate, and installation of proper lath.
Scratch coat, brown coat, and finish coat properly applied and cured.
Choice of smooth, sand, lace, or other finish textures.
Integral color or paint-ready finish to match your vision.
Contact us for a free consultation and detailed estimate. Our team will work with you to understand your needs and provide a comprehensive plan for your project.
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Last updated: April 2026
Stucco work in LA runs $8-$28 per square foot over 5-10 days depending on home size and scope. Three-coat stucco can last 50-80 years; one-coat closer to 30-40. Curing time between coats is the variable most often cut on speed-driven jobs and the most common cause of long-term failure.
We inspect your home's exterior, identify any damage, moisture issues, or structural concerns, and discuss your goals - whether it's new stucco, repair, or re-texturing.
Outcome:
Complete understanding of your stucco needs and existing conditions.
Within 24-48 business hours, you'll receive an itemized estimate. We'll show you stucco texture options (smooth, sand, dash, lace) and color samples to match your vision.
Outcome:
A transparent quote with texture and color recommendations.
We obtain necessary permits and order premium stucco materials. We schedule the work around weather conditions for optimal curing.
Outcome:
Permits secured and installation scheduled for ideal conditions.
Our crew prepares the surface by cleaning, repairing any damage, and installing moisture barriers and metal lath where needed. Proper prep ensures long-lasting adhesion.
Outcome:
A properly prepared surface ready for stucco application.
The first layer of stucco (scratch coat) is applied and scored to create a rough surface for the next coat to bond to. This layer provides the structural foundation.
Outcome:
A solid base layer that ensures proper stucco adhesion.
After proper curing, the brown coat is applied to create a level, even surface. This layer is carefully floated to achieve the proper thickness and smoothness.
Outcome:
A smooth, level surface ready for the finish coat.
The final color coat is applied with your chosen texture and tint. Our skilled applicators create consistent texture patterns across your entire home.
Outcome:
Professional finish with your selected color and texture.
We protect the new stucco during curing, clean up the work area, and conduct a final walkthrough. You'll receive care tips to maintain your stucco for years.
Outcome:
A protected, beautiful exterior that enhances your home's value.
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Stucco repair progress with fresh texture matched to the original finish. Using Sherwin-Williams Emerald - premium exterior paint with UV protection and mildew resistance.
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Stucco work in LA ranges from $10-$16 per sq ft for one-coat stucco systems, $12-$25 per sq ft for traditional three-coat installations, $14-$22 per sq ft for elastomeric coatings over existing stucco, and $18-$28 per sq ft for premium textured finishes (Santa Barbara, lace, skip trowel). Most stucco repairs run $8-$15 per sq ft for patching with color matching. Pricing includes surface preparation, professional application, and your choice of texture and color.
Stucco runs $8-$28 per square foot depending on coat system and texture. Three-coat stucco (scratch + brown + finish) over felt-paper moisture barrier and metal lath lasts 50-80 years. One-coat systems applied direct over foam are faster and cheaper to install but show cracks within a decade. Curing time between coats is the variable most often cut on speed-driven jobs and the most common cause of long-term failure. Cost variance comes from coat system (one vs. three), texture choice (smooth float and lace are budget; Santa Barbara hand-troweled is premium), color approach (integral pigment in the finish coat vs. paint over white finish), and prep on existing surfaces (cracks need to be repaired and re-textured before paint, not painted over). We install weep screed at the base and kick-out flashing where roof meets sidewall to shed water off the wall instead of channeling it behind the stucco. Missing those is what causes the dark stain and dry-rot at corners. License #1131088, 2-year workmanship warranty.
| Service Type | Price Range | Description | What's Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stucco Repair | $12-$25/sq ft | Fix cracks, holes, and damaged areas with expert color and texture matching. | Crack repair & patching, color matching to existing stucco, texture matching, moisture inspection, 1-year repair warranty. |
| Stucco Re-Coating | $10-$16/sq ft | New finish coat over existing stucco in good condition for refreshed curb appeal. | Surface cleaning & prep, new color/finish coat, wide color selection, multiple texture options, 5-year warranty. |
| Full Stucco Installation | $14-$22/sq ft | Complete 3-coat stucco system for new construction or re-sided walls. | Metal lath installation, scratch coat, brown coat leveling, finish coat with integral color, choice of textures, 10-year warranty. |
| Synthetic Stucco (EIFS) | $18-$28/sq ft | Insulated exterior finish system for improved energy efficiency. | Foam insulation board, base coat & mesh, finish coat application, improved R-value, moisture barrier, energy savings. |
$12-$25/sq ft
Fix cracks, holes, and damaged areas with expert color and texture matching.
Crack repair & patching, color matching to existing stucco, texture matching, moisture inspection, 1-year repair warranty.
$10-$16/sq ft
New finish coat over existing stucco in good condition for refreshed curb appeal.
Surface cleaning & prep, new color/finish coat, wide color selection, multiple texture options, 5-year warranty.
$14-$22/sq ft
Complete 3-coat stucco system for new construction or re-sided walls.
Metal lath installation, scratch coat, brown coat leveling, finish coat with integral color, choice of textures, 10-year warranty.
$18-$28/sq ft
Insulated exterior finish system for improved energy efficiency.
Foam insulation board, base coat & mesh, finish coat application, improved R-value, moisture barrier, energy savings.
Pricing reflects typical projects in the Los Angeles area as of 2026. Actual quotes vary by site conditions, material lead times, permit requirements, access constraints, and the scope of any structural or substrate repairs uncovered during demolition. We provide a written, itemized estimate only after an on-site walkthrough. License #1131088, 2-year workmanship warranty on every project, in writing.
All prices are estimates. Actual costs vary based on project scope, site conditions, material selections, and permit requirements. Contact us for a personalized quote.
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