presented by richard cook. tennessee building and moisture analysts, inc hardcoat or synthetic? 2
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Presented By Richard Cook
STUCCO 101Tennessee Building and Moisture Analysts, Inc
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Hardcoat or Synthetic?
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Knowing StuccoCan you identify real and synthetic stucco?
Yes No
Who has encouraged the phobia of stucco in today’s market?
a. Buyers
b. Realtors
c. Media
d. Building Industry
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Knowing StuccoWhat is another name for synthetic stucco?
a. Dryvit
b. EIFS
c. Artificial stucco
d. All of the above
What caused the failure of stucco in the 1990s and early 2000s?
e. Poor system
f. Bad product
g. Inexperienced installers
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Knowing StuccoWhat causes the majority of damage in a synthetic stucco house?
a. Missing or failed caulking
b. Improper flashing
c. Inferior windows
d. All of the above
Would you agree with the statement: “Removing synthetic stucco siding and replacing it with real stucco is the way to go”
Yes
No
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Knowing StuccoDoes synthetic stucco leak?
Yes
No
Synthetic stucco is over 40% more energy efficient than real stucco.
True
False
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Knowing StuccoAll weaknesses of the synthetic stucco system have been overcome.
True
False
Having a trouble-free stucco house is easily attainable.
True
False
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History of EIFS• What is EIFS?
• Brief History of the Industry
• How and why it works
• Objectives of EDI
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What is EIFSE = Exterior
Specifically intended for outside use
I = Insulation
Thermal performance and isolation
F= Finish
Creates the final appearance of the wall
S = System
Combination of proprietary materials
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Brief History of the Industry
• Developed in Europe in 1947
• Brought to the USA by Dryvit in 1969
• Dryvit dominated the US market between 1969-75
• Moved from commercial to residential in 1989
• 2007 total market was commercial
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How and Why It Works
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Objectives of EDISet the standards for the stucco
industry
Train and certify inspectors
Provide quality control of inspectors
Contribute to the viability of the industry and the protection of the consumer
Competent evaluation of problems
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What Went Wrong? No flashing or proper details
Absence or poor application of sealants
Non-performing windows
Code-required vapor barriers in humid environments
Non-maintenance system
Class action lawsuit
Media hysteria and misrepresentation
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Overcoming a MountainCan stucco problems be fixed?
Detailed inspection and report vital
Stucco applicators are not remediation qualified
75% of stucco repairs are revisited within 3 years
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Heading into the FuturePresent day stucco construction
Drainable system vs barrier system
Lessons learned from the past
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Marketing Stucco HomesSelling: How should Realtors approach stucco?
Get your own inspection completed early
Complete repairs before house is listed
Request followup inspection
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Marketing Stucco HomesBuying: How should realtors approach stucco?
Choose your own stucco inspector
If repairs are required, insist on choosing a remedial contractor
Beware of wood windows
Ensure all elevated moisture readings are addressed
Remember moisture intrusion is the enemy
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ConclusionReplace stucco phobia with product
knowledge
Visual inspection of stucco coupled with an understanding of stucco is extremely beneficial
Always secure a stucco inspection and use a qualified stucco inspector