What Causes Stucco To Crack?
Exterior housing comes in many forms. While brick and stone remain the more expensive options, stucco is rising in popularity due to its low maintenance and cost effectiveness. However, like any choice, it comes with its share of issues, and cracking is by far the most common issue in stucco housing. Determining a cause will assist in preventing future issues with exterior stucco.
House movement & settling - By far one of the most common causes is due to house movement or settling, especially in a new home.