http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-are-some-of-the-potential-issues-maintenance-costs-related-to-stucco-house-built-in-the-90%27s/212199/ Zillow Advice | Zillow Real Estate http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-are-some-of-the-potential-issues-maintenance-costs-related-to-stucco-house-built-in-the-90%27s/212199/ Alan's right... first find out what type of stucco system you have. Is it hard-coat or EIFS (synthetic---involving foam). The majority of problems with both systems have been with improper installation and lack of proper flashing and sealant. GET AN INSPECTION! Just make sure you hire a <u>stucco inspector.</u>Too many home inspectors are not familiar with stucco systems.<br/>Here's a website for an Alpharetta based stucco contractor&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bluestarstucco.com/" rel="nofollow">www.bluestarstucco.com</a> Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:24:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-are-some-of-the-potential-issues-maintenance-costs-related-to-stucco-house-built-in-the-90%27s/212199/ 2009-03-27T00:24:00Z http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-are-some-of-the-potential-issues-maintenance-costs-related-to-stucco-house-built-in-the-90%27s/212199/ First you need to know what type of stucco it is. Next you need to know if it was installed properley.&nbsp; You should get a home inspection. The inspection report should give you website to find all the information you need about the type of stucco. Sat, 21 Mar 2009 01:08:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-are-some-of-the-potential-issues-maintenance-costs-related-to-stucco-house-built-in-the-90%27s/212199/ 2009-03-21T01:08:00Z http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-are-some-of-the-potential-issues-maintenance-costs-related-to-stucco-house-built-in-the-90%27s/212199/ Nick,<br/>I know that the stucco exterior has been known to develop cracks and moisture gets behind it. There was a big problem with the simulated stucco also known as Acrocrete. I suggest you get advise from a local contractor and or a building supply store. Wed, 18 Mar 2009 21:04:00 GMT http://www.zillow.com/advice-thread/What-are-some-of-the-potential-issues-maintenance-costs-related-to-stucco-house-built-in-the-90%27s/212199/ 2009-03-18T21:04:00Z