Replacing Dryvit With Siding

Dryvit mixes into portland cement creating a mix that contractors spread with a trowel.

Replacing dryvit with siding.

How to repair eifs best practices on how to repair eifs. Stucco siding eifs siding and dryvit siding systems are an option in dry climates for exterior cladding with their beautiful architectural design for higher end homes and structures. Do not cut down to substrate. Dryvit is most frequently referred to as stucco looking material by homeowners but is actually a composite material that was designed to be insulated and water resistant while maintaining a beautiful exterior appearance.

The cement must have a clean surface to successfully adhere to. Having a house with eifs also known as dryvit isn t the end of the world. Dryvit is similar to brick s installation where there needs. I ve decided to charge 90 per sq just for removal.

Remove any loose damaged foam to reveal fresh foam. Dryvit flashing tape and conditioner. Pacific exteriors has already replaced defective eifs siding and dryvit siding with moisture intrusion behind these new systems on homes and commercial structures. The siding is just icing on the cake poorly installed synthetic stucco on homes constructed in the 1980s and 90s has created homeowner nightmares and substantial litigation.

I ve never installed dryvit before but i do have limited knowledge of how it is applied. Contractors spread the siding in 18 inch long strips. Repairing eifs for the most part should be left to the professionals but as it would have it the professionals that are actually willing to do eifs repairs or know how to repair eifs are far and few between. I m working on a job right now and the dryvit needs to be removed on a 37sq house.

It s going to be a big mess especially with the styrofoam and high winds. It is a huge problem says mark tiffee president of a cut above siding and windows in portland ore. For that reason we have designed the original eifs repair kit and supply instructions on how to get your repair done like a pro. Dryvit flashing tape is a tough self adhering self healing construction grade tape used to seal rough openings in walls utilizing a dryvit system by bridging the joints between sheathing and other underlying framing or foundation components.

Like most specialized products dryvit only works if installed properly. In 2002 the company completed about 30 exterior remodeling jobs. It ll include a dump truck. The dryvit rapid patch product can be used for damages smaller than 3 inches by 3 inches.

And even though your house may have been built using it with knowledge and proper maintenance everything can be just fine.