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Stucco Repair and Stucco Services in Miami, FL

Cracked, stained, hollow or damaged stucco repaired, matched and protected against Miami’s rain, sun and salt air. Magic City Drywall provides stucco services in Miami for homes, condos and commercial buildings, from small crack repairs to new stucco application.

Stucco is your building’s first line of defense against water. A crack that looks small from the street can let rain reach the wall behind it, so the right repair starts with finding out why the stucco failed.

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Our Stucco Services in Miami

Stucco Crack Repair

Hairline cracks sealed and refinished, and wider cracks opened, repaired and blended into the surrounding wall.

Stucco Patching and Texture Matching

Damaged sections cut out, rebuilt in layers and finished to match the existing texture, so the repair blends in.

Stucco Repair Around Windows, Doors and Openings

Cracks and gaps around openings, where water most often gets in, repaired and properly sealed. We seal around windows and doors as part of the repair, and coordinate with a window or roofing contractor if flashing work is needed.

New Stucco Application

Stucco applied to new block walls, additions, garden walls and other surfaces.

Re-Stucco and Stucco Refinishing

Worn, patchy or heavily cracked stucco refinished with a new coat for a uniform look.

Interior Stucco and Plaster Finishes

Decorative stucco and plaster-look finishes on interior walls.

Condo and Commercial Stucco

Stucco repairs on condo buildings, offices, retail centers and multifamily properties, coordinated with your engineer, general contractor or property manager. Commercial Drywall

Sealing and Paint-Ready Finish

Repaired stucco must be primed and painted or sealed once it has cured, both to protect it and to blend it with the rest of the wall. We leave every repair properly cured and ready for its protective coat.

We can prime and paint the repaired section or the whole wall, so the color and sheen match.

Why Hire a Drywall Company for Stucco?

Stucco and drywall finishing are closely related trades. Both depend on building a sound, smooth wall surface in layers, matching existing textures and letting each coat dry or cure before the next. Our team brings the same attention to preparation, layering and texture matching to every stucco job, inside and out. [CONFIRM: add the client’s real stucco experience, for example years doing stucco work or the number of stucco projects completed.]

Miami Stucco Repair: Why Stucco Cracks and When to Worry

Some cracking in cement stucco is normal. The question is what kind of crack it is and whether water is getting through it. Thumbtack’s guidance for Miami notes that even hairline cracks can let rain reach the wall beneath long before the finish looks badly damaged, and that Miami’s frequent thunderstorms make this easy to miss.

What you see	What it often means	What to do
Fine hairline cracks in a random pattern	Normal shrinkage or minor movement	Seal and refinish, especially before painting
Cracks wider than about 1/8 inch	More movement, and a path for water	Repair soon and look for the cause
Cracks running from window and door corners	Stress at openings, a common water entry point	Repair the crack and check the sealant around the opening
Brown streaks below windows or cracks	Water moving through or behind the stucco	Find and fix the water path before patching
Rust stains, or cracks that look slightly raised	Possible corrosion of steel reinforcement in concrete behind the stucco	Have it evaluated before any cosmetic repair
Bulging areas or a hollow sound when tapped	Stucco has separated from the wall	Remove the loose section and rebuild it
Chunks falling off	Advanced failure, possibly concrete spalling	Get it inspected promptly for safety

The 1/8-inch figure is a common guideline used by stucco and painting contractors, not a code requirement.

Stucco on Concrete Block vs. Wood Frame

How stucco is built depends on what is behind it, and the Florida Building Code treats the two differently.

Over concrete block or concrete. Many South Florida homes have concrete block exterior walls. Under the Florida Building Code, Residential (Section R703.7), cement plaster applied directly over masonry or concrete must be at least two coats.

Over lath on wood or steel framing. Where stucco goes over metal or wire lath, the code requires at least three coats. Over wood-based sheathing, it also requires a water-resistive barrier with performance at least equivalent to two layers of Grade D paper.

Cement plaster must meet the ASTM C926 standard for application.

Why this matters for repairs: a patch on a block wall is rebuilt differently from a patch on a framed wall, where the lath and water-resistive barrier behind the stucco must be repaired too. We check what is behind the stucco before planning the repair.

Concrete Spalling: When a Stucco Crack Hides a Bigger Problem

In coastal South Florida, the air carries both moisture and salt. Concrete is porous, so over time chlorides can reach the steel reinforcing bars (rebar) inside concrete walls, columns, balconies and slabs, and cause them to rust. Rust takes up more space than steel, so it pushes the concrete apart and breaks it away. This is called spalling.

Engineering firm Rimkus notes two tell-tale signs: cracks that are slightly raised from the surface, and brown rust stains washing out of cracks.

Important: spalling is a structural concrete problem, not a stucco problem. Covering it with a stucco patch only hides it while the steel keeps rusting. Structural concrete repairs should be evaluated by an engineer and carried out by an appropriately licensed contractor. Once the concrete is repaired, we restore the stucco finish so the wall matches. [CONFIRM: the client’s role on spalling projects.]

Condo and Commercial Buildings: Recertification and Milestone Inspections

Miami-Dade County has required building recertification since 1975. After the 2022 state law on milestone inspections, the county’s program was updated, and the initial review moved from 40 years to 30 years. Condominium and cooperative buildings three stories or taller within three miles of the coastline and built on or after 1998 must be recertified at 25 years. Recertification is then required every 10 years.

These inspections often identify cracks, spalling and other repairs. When repairs are required:

The engineer defines the scope of the structural repairs
Structural concrete work is done by an appropriately licensed contractor
We handle stucco patching, refinishing and texture matching as part of the repair package, working with your engineer, general contractor or property manager [CONFIRM]

How We Repair Stucco

Inspect and find the cause. We look for water paths, check sealant around openings and tap the wall to find hollow areas.
Check for concrete problems. Rust stains or raised cracks are flagged for evaluation before any cosmetic repair.
Remove damaged stucco back to sound material, with clean edges.
Repair what is behind it. On framed walls, damaged lath and water-resistive barrier are replaced. On block walls, the surface is cleaned and prepared for bonding.
Rebuild in layers. Base coats are applied to match the existing thickness, with curing time between coats.
Match the finish. The final coat is textured to blend with the surrounding wall.
Protect it. The repair is primed and painted or sealed once cured.

Cement stucco needs curing time between coats, so stucco repairs usually take several days from start to finish. Your estimate includes a realistic schedule.

Stucco Finishes and Texture Matching

Stucco in Miami comes in several finishes, and matching the existing one is what makes a repair invisible. Common finishes include:

Smooth: a flat, clean finish
Sand or float finish: a fine, sandy texture made with a float
Knockdown: flattened, irregular patches
Lace or Spanish lace: a heavier, layered pattern with raised areas

We test the texture on a small area or sample board before finishing the repair. Even a well-matched repair should be painted with the rest of the wall or section, so color and sheen look the same.

How Much Does Stucco Repair Cost in Miami?

Every repair is priced after inspection. HomeAdvisor’s Miami data gives a useful starting point:

Measure	Reported cost	Source
Average stucco repair in Miami	About $989	HomeAdvisor, Miami data
Typical range	$450 to $1,800	HomeAdvisor, Miami data
Low end to high end	$250 to $2,600	HomeAdvisor, Miami data

What changes the price:

Size and number of damaged areas
Height and access, such as ladders, lifts or scaffolding
Damage behind the stucco, such as lath, water-resistive barrier or concrete
Texture matching
Painting or sealing after the repair
Permits

Permits and Licensing for Stucco Work in Miami-Dade

Permits. Rules depend on your city and the size of the job, and they differ across Miami-Dade. In the City of Miami, a 2026 state law (HB 803) created exemptions for certain minor work on single-family homes, duplexes and townhouses, which must be approved and posted on site before work starts. Commercial and condo stucco repairs, especially those tied to recertification, generally require permits. We confirm the requirements for your address before work begins. Drywall Repair Miami We pull the permits for stucco jobs that need one.

Licensing. Florida’s House Bill 735 barred local governments from requiring licenses for stuccoing, and Miami-Dade County stopped issuing its lathing and plastering license after July 1, 2023. Work that needs a building permit must still be permitted by a contractor licensed by Miami-Dade County or the State of Florida in a category that can obtain that permit.

Stucco Repair or Full Replacement?

Repair is usually enough when:

Damage is limited to cracks or a few areas
The stucco is still firmly bonded to the wall
There is no sign of water damage behind it

Larger re-stucco or replacement may be needed when:

Many areas sound hollow or are separating
Water has damaged the lath or sheathing behind framed walls
Cracks keep returning across large areas
The finish is so patched that it can no longer be matched

How to Choose a Miami Stucco Company

Do they look for the cause? A good contractor explains why the stucco failed, not just how to cover it.
Will they flag concrete problems? Rust stains and raised cracks should be evaluated, not patched over.
Can they match your texture? Ask for photos of matched repairs.
License and insurance: verify both, and ask who pulls the permit.
Free written estimate: areas, method, texture and painting should be listed.

Stucco Services Across Miami-Dade

We provide stucco repair and stucco services throughout Miami-Dade County, including Brickell, Downtown Miami, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Little Havana, Wynwood, Miami Beach, Doral, Hialeah, Kendall, Miami Gardens and North Miami.

Why Choose Magic City Drywall as Your Miami Stucco Company

We fix the cause. Water paths and hidden damage are found before we patch.
Honest about concrete. Spalling is flagged for proper evaluation, never hidden under a patch.
Matched finishes. Repairs tested and textured to blend in.
Built to code. Coats and materials suited to block or framed walls.
One contractor inside and out. Drywall, stucco and finishing from the same team.
Clear about painting. You know before work starts how the repair will be primed and painted.

We back our work with a 1-year workmanship warranty covering cracks, nail pops and finish issues caused by installation. Covered defects are fixed at no charge. We are a Licensed & Insured Company.

What Our Customers Say

Our stucco was spalling near the ground. They repaired it, sealed it and matched the color — the wall looks new.
Luis F.
Coral Gables · Stucco spall repair
They re-stuccoed our front wall after storm damage and the finish matches the rest of the house exactly.
Marta G.
Little Havana · Stucco restoration

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Stucco FAQs

HomeAdvisor’s Miami data puts the average stucco repair at about $989, with most jobs between $450 and $1,800. The size of the damage, access, hidden damage, texture matching and painting all affect your price.

Fine hairline cracks are common in cement stucco. They are usually not structural, but they can still let water in, so they should be sealed and refinished, especially before painting.

Cracks wider than about 1/8 inch, cracks from window and door corners, cracks with rust stains, bulging or hollow-sounding areas, and pieces falling off all need prompt attention. Rust stains and raised cracks can point to corroding steel in the concrete behind the stucco.

Yes. The finish is matched on a test area first, and the repaired section should be painted along with the rest of the wall so color and sheen match.

Cement stucco needs curing time between coats, so most repairs take several days from start to finish. Larger projects take longer.

Spalling happens when steel reinforcing bars inside concrete rust, expand and break the concrete apart. In coastal South Florida, salt and moisture speed up this process. It is a structural problem that needs an engineer’s evaluation, not just a stucco patch.

It depends on your city and the size of the job, and rules differ across Miami-Dade. Commercial and condo stucco repairs generally need a permit, while some minor work on single-family homes may be exempt. We confirm the rules for your address before starting.

Yes. Under the Florida Building Code, stucco applied directly over masonry or concrete needs at least two coats, while stucco over lath needs at least three coats, plus a water-resistive barrier over wood-based sheathing.

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