The most favored type of stucco among homeowners in Calgary remains:
Stucco Trends, Pricing, and Popular Brands in Calgary
Out of more than 5,000 stucco projects we've completed, cement stucco with an acrylic finish remains the top choice for around 87% of residential properties. However, its popularity is somewhat lower when it comes to commercial applications.
RoukyViwe Stucco offers valuable guidance on Calgary's stucco installation industry, highlighting essential information for homeowners and business owners. It covers the latest trends, material options, and repair solutions to help clients make informed decisions about their stucco needs.
Adex Systems Inc., Sto Corp, and Dryvit remain dominant players in the stucco market, consistently outselling the Durabond brand. Among these, Adex Systems Inc. has proven particularly successful, showing stronger performance than Sto and Dryvit based on our professional experience in the stucco industry. While cement stucco with an acrylic finish continues to be the preferred option for most applications, the EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) variant is gaining traction in commercial projects, thanks to its superior insulation benefits.
The most popular type of stucco for commercial properties goes on to be EIFS (recently with woodpecker proofing features)
EIFS stucco continues to dominate as the preferred option for business properties, particularly when it comes to covering expansive mid-to-large square footage areas. Since 2011, we have applied stucco on more than 500 commercial properties, and over 70% of them opted for EIFS stucco as their material of choice.
Cement-based stucco ranked second with approximately 30% usage, primarily being utilized in the lower sections of business properties. This type of stucco is mostly seen in residential homes that have been repurposed for commercial uses, such as daycare centers. When it comes to EIFS stucco, brands like Adex, Sto, and Dryvit remain the top choices for many. Their popularity is largely attributed to their durability and the added peace of mind offered by a 10-year warranty, although specific terms may vary depending on the brand.
Is there a growing trend toward eco-friendly stucco?
Have there been any noticeable trends in eco-friendly stucco requests? It seems there's been a growing preference for EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) over traditional cement stucco. This shift likely stems from its simpler installation process, combined with the notable insulation benefits it offers. Not to mention, EIFS tends to deliver a more contemporary and polished aesthetic, making it an appealing choice for modern design sensibilities.
A Styrofoam stucco application is currently underway at a commercial property.
This trend eventually lost momentum, largely due to the emergence of woodpecker-related issues across Alberta and other parts of Canada.
What are the most common repairs needed for homes?
From thousands of residential stucco exterior repairs, over 30% involved fixing damage caused by improperly installed rain gutters, eaves, or flashing. Ensuring these components function correctly to divert water away from the stucco is crucial; otherwise, water damage becomes a significant issue. The remaining repairs were evenly split among worn-out stucco, woodpecker damage, and new window installations.
Replacing windows is often a common reason for homeowners to re-patch stucco on residential properties.
