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Avatar for Nova Plastering, LLC
Nova Plastering, LLC
5.0(
38
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came our and was able to repair in one day. Did a great job matching Mt stucco color and did a great job in making sure that my pavers didn't get any cement on them. I'd hire again."
Patch work
Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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David Negrete Jr Plastering
4.8(
338
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, and experienced in his field. They were outstanding, and also did an amazing job at making the replacement stucco match the pre-existing... it doesn't look like a patch/repair job."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SH&S Lath and Plastering Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At SH&S Lath and Plastering Inc., we specialize in professional stucco and EIFS (foam) systems for homes and businesses. From new installations to repairs and full replacements, we handle every project with precision and attention to detail.\n\nWe are committed to quality workmanship, honest pricing, and reliable service. No job is too big or small — we make sure every project is done right and built to last.\n\nContact us today for a free estimate.

Stucco & Lath Install
Stucco & Lath Install
Stucco & Lath Install
Stucco & Lath Install
Stucco & Lath Install

+2

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Custom Painting & Decorating, Inc.
4.9(
16
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Replacing our Central A/C and Heating System was a breeze with Custom Painting & Decorating. They explained all of our options and gave us the best solution. Highly recommend that you give them a try, you won’t be disappointed."

Specialty cabinet refinishing team
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior painting
Remodeling - General Project
Great communication between team and assuring high expectations

+87

Response time2 days
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Renew 360
4.7(
145
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Amazing job from day one! The whole roofing process went like clockwork. Very organized! The roof is beautiful! It only took 4 days from tear off to finish and we had a lot of repair. The area was cleaned after each work day. I will use this company for all house repair from now on!"
Exterior Paint
Roof & Exterior Paint
Roof
Roof
Roof & Exterior Paint (before)

+79

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trusted Home Contractors, Inc.
3.7(
17
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ali Soueidan Sales rep. Very knowledgeable, finished the job and went far beyond than what we agreed, painted my staircase and more."
SIMPLE KITCHEN REMODEL
SIMPLE KITCHEN REMODEL
SIMPLE KITCHEN DESIGN
SIMPLE KITCHEN DESIGN
SIMPLE BATHROOM DESIGN

+30

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
FAQs for traditional stucco repair or partially replace projects in Lake Forest, CA

Minor stucco fixes—like sealing small cracks or adding fresh caulk—often wrap up in an hour or two. Larger jobs that call for cutting out damaged sections, installing new lath, and layering fresh stucco can stretch to three or four days because each coat needs time to cure. A pro removes loose material, cleans and dampens the area, applies a bonding agent, and builds up new layers, matching texture and restoring the wall’s weather shield.

Watch for a stucco surface that stays damp days after a storm, develops dark stains, or feels soft or spongy under light pressure. Inside, moisture rings, peeling paint, or soft drywall around windows point to the same issue. Any of these red flags mean water is trapped behind the siding, and it’s time to call a stucco pro before rot or mold sets in.

Give your stucco a once-over every spring and fall. Semiannual checks let you catch hairline cracks, stains, or damp spots before they snowball into pricey repairs. Keep a flashlight handy, look closely around windows and doors, and call a pro if you notice anything soft or discolored. Staying ahead of minor issues protects both your curb appeal and your home’s weather barrier.

A pro starts by scraping away loose material, then cleans and lightly wets the area so new stucco will stick. After brushing on a bonding agent, they build fresh layers, letting each coat cure before adding the next. The final step is matching the texture and color so the patch blends in and the wall regains full weather protection.

Think of repair as a patch: the pro fixes only the visible crack or hole. Remediation goes deeper—crews strip away the compromised stucco, correct the root problem (often water or mold), then rebuild the wall. If tests show structural rot or trapped moisture, remediation is the safer, longer-lasting route; otherwise, a straightforward repair often does the trick.

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