Total Estimated Cost
$11,700 – $23,400
Net Area
1,300 sq ft
Timeline
~13 days
Typical window: 15 sq ft. Typical door: 21 sq ft.
| Type | Cost/sqft | Durability | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional 3-Coat | $8–$18 | Excellent | 50–80 yrs |
| 1-Coat | $6–$13 | Good | 30–50 yrs |
| EIFS | $10–$20 | Good | 25–30 yrs |
| Synthetic | $9–$17 | Very Good | 20–30 yrs |
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A 2,000 sq ft exterior minus 300 sq ft of windows and doors yields 1,700 net sq ft. Traditional 3-coat stucco costs $13,600–$30,600 installed with materials including 57 cement bags and 5.1 tons of sand.
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Re-stuccoing a 700 sq ft garage with 1-coat stucco runs $5,250–$11,900, including $700–$2,100 for removing the old stucco finish.
Installed stucco costs $8–$18 per square foot for traditional 3-coat, $6–$13 for 1-coat, $10–$20 for EIFS, and $9–$17 for synthetic. Materials alone run $3–$8 per square foot. Labor accounts for 50–65% of the total cost.
| Stucco Type | Material Cost | Installed Cost | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional 3-Coat | $3–$6/sq ft | $8–$18/sq ft | 50–80 years |
| 1-Coat | $2.50–$5/sq ft | $6–$13/sq ft | 30–50 years |
| EIFS | $5–$8/sq ft | $10–$20/sq ft | 25–30 years |
| Synthetic | $4–$7/sq ft | $9–$17/sq ft | 20–30 years |
For 1,000 square feet of traditional 3-coat stucco, you need approximately 33 bags of cement, 540 cubic feet (6 tons) of sand, and 1,100 square feet of metal lath (8 rolls). The exact amounts depend on wall thickness, coat count, and waste factor.
Stucco generally costs $8–$18 per square foot installed versus $5–$12 for vinyl siding, $8–$15 for fiber cement siding, and $15–$30 for brick. Traditional stucco has a longer lifespan (50–80 years) than most siding options, making the lifetime cost competitive.
Yes, but only if the existing stucco is structurally sound with no moisture damage. Minor cracks can be patched, but large areas of delamination or soft spots mean the old stucco should be removed first. Re-stuccoing over existing adds $1–$3 per square foot for surface preparation.
Stuccoing an average 2,000 sq ft home exterior takes 10–20 days for traditional 3-coat and 7–12 days for 1-coat. Each coat needs 24–48 hours to cure. Weather delays, complex architecture, and preparation work can extend the timeline.
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