Protecting Tempe's commercial properties with durable, high-performance stucco systems engineered for the Arizona sun.
Get Your Free EstimateCommercial Stucco involves putting a multi-layered cement plaster system on the outside of business buildings. This includes retail centers, office buildings, and industrial facilities in Tempe. This Commercial Stucco service covers all the work from getting the substrate ready, putting on the lath, applying the scratch and brown coats, and then the final color and texture coat. We make sure the Commercial Stucco system gives good weather resistance, fire protection, and a facade that does not need a lot of maintenance. This is important for keeping property value and operations running well in Tempe.
Our way of doing things focuses on the Commercial Stucco system's integrity and how long it will last. We look at the building's specific structural needs. We think about things like the wall assembly, what insulation is needed, and any places where heat might escape. For new buildings, we work with general contractors to make sure the steps are done in the right order and the substrate is ready for the Commercial Stucco. For renovation projects, we do full inspections to find any moisture problems, damage to the substrate, or structural issues before we put on any new Commercial Stucco material. This stops future problems with the Commercial Stucco.
Working in Tempe, AZ, means dealing with strong UV radiation, very hot summer heat, and sometimes monsoon rains. These conditions mean that Commercial Stucco systems need to be built to last a long time. We often use elastomeric finishes or acrylic-modified stucco systems for Commercial Stucco because they are more flexible and resist cracks better than traditional cement stucco. This is very important for the cycles of expansion and contraction that happen with temperature changes. Good flashing around windows, doors, and rooflines is not something we can skip. This flashing stops water from getting in, which can cause expensive structural damage in the dry Tempe environment.
Business owners in Tempe often ask about how long Commercial Stucco projects take and if it will disrupt their business. A typical Commercial Stucco project, depending on how big it is, can take from a few weeks to several months. We work to cause as little impact to your business operations as possible by setting up schedules, managing how we get onto the site, and keeping the work area clean. We also talk about what maintenance the Commercial Stucco will need. Even though stucco does not need a lot of maintenance, annual inspections for small cracks or sealant failures can make the Commercial Stucco last much longer. For Tempe businesses, Tempe Stucco & Plastering provides Commercial Stucco services.
Tempe, AZ, has very strong solar exposure and high temperatures. These conditions put a lot of stress on building exteriors. The materials expand and contract every day. This daily thermal cycling can cause cracking in stucco systems that are not very solid. Durable Commercial Stucco is important because it keeps its structural integrity and also its good look even with these tough environmental pressures. This protects your investment for a long time.
Tempe also gets heavy monsoon rains sometimes. These rains are not frequent, but they can be very destructive if the exterior cladding is not installed correctly. Water can get in through stucco that is compromised. This can lead to mold growth, rot in the sheathing, and structural damage. These issues mean costly repairs and can interrupt business operations. A correctly applied, high-performance stucco system works as a strong barrier against these weather elements.
Choosing a stucco system made for the Tempe climate will reduce how often you need repairs and repainting. These systems often use acrylic polymers for flexibility and also for UV resistance. This means lower operating costs and a professional appearance for your commercial property. This is very important for attracting and keeping clients in the competitive Tempe market. Tempe Stucco & Plastering provides Commercial Stucco services for businesses in Tempe, Arizona.
We start by making sure the substrate is clean and sound. This substrate can be sheathing, concrete block, or existing stucco. It needs to be free of any defects. We then install flashing, or we check that existing flashing is correct around all penetrations. This includes windows, doors, and where the roof meets the wall. We use self-adhering membranes or metal flashing for this. This flashing creates a very reliable water-resistive barrier for commercial stucco in Tempe.
Next, we mechanically fasten a galvanized or self-furring metal Lath to the substrate. We make sure there is proper overlap and attachment patterns for the Lath. After that, a cementitious Scratch Coat is applied over the Lath. This Scratch Coat is usually 3/8-inch thick, and it completely embeds the Lath. We then scratch this coat horizontally to create a good mechanical key for the next layers of stucco in Tempe.
After the Scratch Coat has cured for a minimum of 48 to 72 hours, we then apply the Brown Coat. This brings the total base coat thickness to about 7/8-inch. This Brown Coat layer is carefully leveled and floated to make sure the surface is uniform, plumb, and true. Proper moist curing of both the Scratch Coat and the Brown Coat is important in Tempe's dry climate. This moist curing helps make sure the stucco has optimal strength and reduces shrinkage cracking in the stucco.
The last step is to put on the finish coat. This finish coat can be traditional cementitious stucco, acrylic stucco, or elastomeric stucco. We apply this in the color and texture that the customer wants for their commercial property in Tempe. Our team pays close attention to the expansion joints and the control joints. We also make sure the detailing around all the architectural features is done right. This helps to make sure the commercial stucco finish is solid, weather-tight, and looks good for businesses in Tempe, Arizona.
Tempe Stucco & Plastering provides Commercial Stucco services for businesses throughout Tempe, AZ, and the surrounding areas. We work with commercial clients in many different parts of Tempe, Arizona. This includes the busy business districts near Arizona State University. We also work in industrial parks in Mesa and retail centers in Chandler. Our teams understand the different building styles and the specific rules for zoning in the region.
We complete Commercial Stucco projects in Scottsdale's Old Town, in Gilbert's growing commercial areas, and in the expanding developments in Ahwatukee Foothills. Our company knows the local building codes for Tempe, AZ. We also understand the unique climate challenges of the Sonoran Desert. This means every Commercial Stucco application we do is built to perform well and last a long time.
For businesses and commercial properties in Tempe, Tempe Stucco & Plastering provides Commercial Stucco services.
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