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Stucco Champions expert explaining weep screed installation and drainage for 3-coat stucco systems on a whiteboard diagram.

Understanding Weep Screed Installation for 3 Coat Stucco Systems

Written by Stucco Champions — Southern California’s Authority on Exterior Plastering. Understanding Weep Screed Installation for 3-Coat Stucco Systems In a traditional Three-Coat Stucco assembly, the weep screed is the first and most critical component installed. It sets the depth gauge for the entire wall (7/8″) and serves as the primary exit door for moisture.

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A professional technical guide from Stucco Champions titled "Installing Weep Screed Around Stairs: A Comprehensive Guide," showing a technician kneeling to hammer a metal weep screed into the base of a wall while a couple reviews an instructional manual nearby.

Installing Weep Screed Around Stairs: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by Stucco Champions — Southern California’s Authority on Exterior Plastering. Installing Weep Screed Around Stairs: A Comprehensive Guide to Stepped Foundations One of the most complex details in stucco installation is navigating a stepped foundation or staircase. Unlike a flat wall where the weep screed runs in a straight horizontal line, stairs require the

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Stucco Champions infographic comparing warm earth-tone stucco versus cool modern white stucco to show the impact on curb appeal.

Can Weep Screed Be Installed Vertically?

Written by Stucco Champions — Southern California’s Authority on Exterior Plastering. Can Weep Screed Be Installed Vertically? Navigating Stepped Foundations In Southern California, homes are rarely built on perfectly flat ground. Hillside lots in Laguna or stepped terrains in Mission Viejo require foundations that “step up” the slope. This creates a challenge for the weep

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Contractor using an angle grinder to cut a straight line in stucco for weep screed replacement.

How To Repair & Replace Damaged Stucco Weep Screed: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by Stucco Champions — Southern California’s Authority on Exterior Plastering. How to Repair and Replace Rusted Weep Screed: An Expert Protocol In coastal Southern California, “rust jacking” at the foundation line is a common structural threat. Salt air and moisture degrade older galvanized weep screeds, causing them to expand and crack the surrounding stucco.

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A professional educational infographic from Stucco Champions titled "Is Stucco Weep Screed a Mandatory Requirement in Construction?" showing a building inspector explaining code requirements to a couple using a technical wall cross-section model.

Is Stucco Weep Screed a Mandatory Requirement in Construction?

Written by Stucco Champions — Southern California’s Authority on Exterior Plastering. Is Stucco Weep Screed a Mandatory Requirement? A Code Analysis In the hierarchy of stucco components, the weep screed is small but mighty. It is the galvanized metal flashing at the base of your wall that allows trapped moisture to escape. Without it, water

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A professional technical infographic from Stucco Champions titled "Stucco Materials at Home Depot: An In-Depth Guide," showing two contractors in red hard hats shopping in a Home Depot aisle for cement mix, stucco mix, metal lath, and application tools.

Stucco Materials at Home Depot: An In-Depth Guide

Written by Stucco Champions — Southern California’s Authority on Exterior Plastering. Stucco Materials at Home Depot: An In-Depth Technical Guide For most weekend warriors, Home Depot is the first stop for supplies. But when it comes to stucco—a system that requires precise engineering and code compliance—relying on a general home improvement store can be risky.

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A professional side-by-side technical infographic from Stucco Champions titled "When to Re-Stucco Your Home (And When a Repair Is Enough)," showing a contractor fixing minor hairline cracks on the left and a full crew performing a total re-stucco on a damaged wall with scaffolding on the right.

Where to Buy Stucco Materials: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by Stucco Champions — Southern California’s Authority on Exterior Plastering. Where to Buy Stucco Materials: A Comprehensive Sourcing Guide If you are planning a stucco project—whether it is a small patch or a full re-coat—the first step is sourcing the right materials. While big-box hardware stores are convenient, they often lack the specialized components

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