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Stucco Repair Cost: $600–$2,658 (Average $1,552) in 2026

Author: CostGuideHQ Editorial·✓ Fact-checked·Updated July 2026·7 min read·6 sources·US national averages, USD
Quick answerQuick answer: Most stucco repairs cost $600 to $2,658, averaging $1,552 nationally. Per square foot, expect $8 to $20 for basic cracks and $30 to $50 for water damage or EIFS remediation. Damage type, stucco system, and repair size drive the final price; small patches often run under $1,000.
  • Most stucco repair jobs cost $600 to $2,658, averaging $1,552 nationally (Bob Vila, Angi, HomeAdvisor).
  • Basic hairline crack repair runs $8 to $20 per square foot, the cheapest fix (HomeAdvisor).
  • Water intrusion and EIFS (synthetic stucco) remediation cost far more, $30 to $50 per square foot, because the moisture source has to be fixed before resurfacing (Fixr, HomeAdvisor).
  • A hole or woodpecker-hole patch runs $250 to $450 per hole regardless of overall wall size (HomeAdvisor, Fixr).

How much does stucco repair cost?

National average
$1,552
total project
Typical range
$250–$6,900
Most projects
Whole project
$600–$2,658
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Cost by material / type

TypeLowHigh
hairline crack repair (per sq ft)$8$20
hole or woodpecker-hole patch (per hole)$250$450
foundation-line repair (per sq ft)$8$30
water damage / EIFS remediation (per sq ft)$30$50
recoating or re-dashing (per sq ft)$4$5
full wall resurfacing (total, multi-wall job)$3,000$8,000
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Rough estimate only — get local quotes for exact pricing.

What affects the cost?

  • Extent and type of damage -- a basic hairline crack costs far less to fix than water intrusion or structural repair, which run $30 to $50 per sq ft versus $8 to $20 for cracking (HomeAdvisor, Fixr)
  • Stucco system -- traditional cement-based stucco patches for $8 to $30 per sq ft, while synthetic EIFS repair costs more, $12 to $50 per sq ft by material type or $30 to $50 per sq ft by problem type, because trapped moisture behind the acrylic finish often means tearing into the foam insulation (Angi, Fixr)
  • Size of the damaged area -- a small crack or patch (1-10 sq ft) runs $250 to $900, while a full wall or major section (51-200 sq ft) runs $2,500 to $6,000 (Angi)
  • Water intrusion behind the surface -- moisture problems require removing stucco down to the lath or paper, fixing the source, and reapplying material, which is why water damage repair costs $30 to $50 per sq ft versus $1 to $5 per sq ft for surface discoloration (HomeAdvisor, Fixr)
  • Color and texture matching -- blending new stucco into existing, weathered material adds cost, especially on older or custom-tinted finishes (Angi)
  • Accessibility -- second-story or hard-to-reach walls need scaffolding or ladder work, which raises labor cost (Fixr, HomeGuide)
  • Labor rates and inspection -- contractors charge $40 to $75 per hour, and a moisture inspection to locate hidden damage before quoting runs $100 to $500 (Angi, Fixr)

How much does stucco repair cost?

Most stucco repair jobs cost $600 to $2,658, averaging $1,552 nationally (Bob Vila), with Angi and HomeAdvisor reporting almost the same numbers — average $1,628, range $600 to $2,658. Fixr’s figures run a bit higher, averaging $1,700 across a $900 to $3,000 range, while HomeGuide reports a lower typical average of $1,000 with a $500 to $1,500 range, likely reflecting smaller crack-and-patch jobs. Per square foot, basic hairline cracks cost $8 to $20, while water damage or synthetic EIFS remediation runs $30 to $50 (HomeAdvisor, Fixr). At the extremes, a single crack or hole can run as low as $250, and large multi-wall or water-damage jobs can reach $6,900 or more (Angi). What you’re really paying for is the extent of the damage: how much wall area is affected, whether moisture has gotten behind the surface, and how closely the patch needs to match your existing finish. As Mark McCullough, This Old House mason contractor, puts it: “Each job is different. So on this job here, I guess we figure that all the fascia board would have to be replaced” (This Old House).

Why does water damage and EIFS repair cost so much more?

Water intrusion and EIFS repair cost $30 to $50 per square foot, roughly triple the $8 to $20 charged for a basic crack (HomeAdvisor, Bob Vila, Fixr). The reason is what’s underneath: synthetic stucco (EIFS) is an acrylic finish over rigid foam insulation, and because acrylic doesn’t breathe, moisture that gets behind it, through a missing bead of caulk, a thin crack, or bad flashing, gets trapped instead of drying out. Left alone, that grows mold, rots the sheathing, and can cause the wall to buckle or show black “weeping” stains (Fixr). Fixing it means removing the damaged stucco and insulation, repairing the water source, replacing rotted sheathing, and only then reapplying new material, not just patching the surface. Angi prices a typical water-damage repair job at $1,000 to $3,000 total, and a moisture inspection to find hidden damage, often needed before a contractor will quote the job, runs $100 to $500 (Angi, Fixr).

What do crack patching, hole repair, and re-dashing cost?

Crack repair is the cheapest fix at $8 to $20 per square foot, or $250 to $800 for a typical job (HomeAdvisor, Angi); on a 1,500 sq ft home, HomeGuide puts total crack repair at $400 to $1,500. A hole or woodpecker hole, common on older cement stucco, runs $250 to $450 per hole to patch (HomeAdvisor, Fixr). Foundation-line chipping, where stucco meets grade, costs $8 to $30 per square foot (HomeAdvisor). For cosmetic issues spread across a wall, contractors recoat or re-dash, applying a thin new layer over existing stucco, for $4 to $5 per square foot (HomeAdvisor, Bob Vila); HomeGuide’s broader re-stucco figure for the same kind of resurfacing work runs $3 to $9 per square foot. Color and texture matching adds cost on top of any of these, since blending new material into an older, weathered wall takes practiced skill (Angi). Full resurfacing of a wall or section, where the match has to hold across a much bigger area, runs $3,000 to $8,000 (Angi).

How can you lower your stucco repair cost?

  • Fix cracks and chips early. A hairline crack costs $8 to $20 per square foot now versus $30 to $50 per square foot once water gets behind it and causes real damage (HomeAdvisor, Fixr).
  • Get a moisture inspection before agreeing to a big quote. It costs $100 to $500 and tells you whether you’re looking at a $250 to $800 crack repair or a $1,000 to $3,000 water-damage job (Angi, Fixr).
  • Compare traditional and EIFS repair costs if you’re choosing a system for a partial re-stucco. Traditional cement stucco patches for $8 to $30 per square foot versus $12 to $50 for synthetic EIFS (Angi).
  • Bundle smaller cracks and patches into one visit rather than calling a contractor back repeatedly. Most jobs already run 5 to 12 hours of labor at $40 to $60 per hour, so combining work saves a second trip charge (HomeGuide).
  • Weigh repair against replacement on a badly damaged wall. Angi’s rule of thumb: if repairs would cost more than half of a full re-stucco, which starts around $8,000 to $20,000 or more for a whole home, replacing is usually the better investment.

Prices vary by region, stucco type, and how much of the damage is hidden until a contractor opens up the wall, so treat the figures above as a planning budget. Get two or three local quotes, and ask what’s included: inspection, texture matching, and paint are commonly billed separately.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to fix a crack in stucco?
Basic hairline crack repair costs $8 to $20 per square foot, or about $250 to $800 for a typical crack repair job (HomeAdvisor, Angi). On a 1,500 sq ft home, HomeGuide puts total crack repair at $400 to $1,500.
Why is EIFS (synthetic stucco) repair more expensive than traditional stucco?
EIFS repair runs $30 to $50 per square foot versus $8 to $20 for a traditional cement stucco crack (Fixr), because the acrylic finish traps moisture behind it. Fixing the problem usually means tearing into the foam insulation layer, not just patching the surface.
How much does it cost to repair water damage in stucco?
Water damage repair costs $30 to $50 per square foot (HomeAdvisor, Bob Vila, Fixr), since the crew has to remove stucco down to the lath, find and fix the moisture source, then reapply new material. Angi prices a typical water-damage repair job at $1,000 to $3,000.
What does it cost to patch a hole in stucco?
A hole or woodpecker-hole patch costs $250 to $450 per hole (HomeAdvisor, Fixr), covering removal of the damaged area and a color-matched patch.
Does color-matching a stucco repair cost extra?
Yes. Blending new stucco with older, weathered material is a cost factor Angi calls out separately, and it's part of why full resurfacing of a wall, where the match has to hold up across a much bigger area, runs $3,000 to $8,000 (Angi).
When does it make more sense to re-stucco the whole house instead of repairing it?
Angi points to a 50% rule: if repair costs would run more than half the price of a full re-stucco, replacing is usually the better investment. Repair typically runs $500 to $2,000, while full re-stucco starts around $8,000 to $20,000 or more for a whole home (Angi).
Why do stucco repair cost estimates vary so much between sources?
National averages range from about $1,000 (HomeGuide) to $1,700 (Fixr) for a typical repair, while This Old House reports a much higher $21,000 average that reflects large-scale, whole-wall repair scope rather than a single crack or patch job. Per-square-foot figures agree closely across sources: $8 to $20 for basic cracks, $30 to $50 for water damage or EIFS remediation.

Sources

Figures synthesized and cross-checked across these sources (retrieved 2026-07-28):

  • Angi — Professional stucco repair costs between $600 and $2,658, average $1,628; low end $250, high end $6,900. Per sq ft $8-$50 overall. By repair type: crack repair $250-$800; hole or puncture repair $300-$900; water damage repair $1,000-$3,000; buckling repair $800-$2,500; full resurfacing $3,000-$8,000. By stucco type per sq ft: traditional $8-$30, synthetic (EIFS) $12-$50. By damage size: 1-10 sq ft $250-$900; 11-50 sq ft $900-$2,500; 51-200 sq ft $2,500-$6,000; 200+ sq ft $6,000-$12,000. Labor $40-$75/hour or $8-$50/sq ft. Repair vs. replace: repair $500-$2,000, full re-stucco/replacement $8,000-$20,000+. Add-ons: painting $200-$800, waterproofing $500-$2,000, texture matching $150-$600, structural repair $500-$5,000, permits/inspections $50-$300.
  • HomeAdvisor — Average $1,628, range $250-$6,900, normal range $600-$2,658. Per sq ft: general repair $60-$120, cracks $8-$20, water damage $30-$50, discoloration $1-$5, foundation $8-$30, chimney $60-$120, recoating $4-$5, stucco removal $1-$3. Holes $250-$450 per hole. Caulking $30 (materials). Ceiling repair $115-$350. Board siding repair $30 per panel plus $40-$50 per hour labor. Labor $40-$50/hour. Inspection $100-$500. Painting $1.50-$4/sq ft or $2,250-$6,000 for a full exterior. Professional cleaning $325-$475.
  • Fixr — National average $1,700, average range $900-$3,000, low end $250, high end $5,000. Per sq ft $8-$50 generally, up to $120 for extensive water damage. By type per sq ft (labor included): cement $8-$20, synthetic $30-$50, EIFS $30-$50. By problem per sq ft: discoloring $1-$5, cracking $8-$20, foundation problems $8-$30, water damage $30-$50, black staining $30-$50; woodpecker holes $250-$450 per hole. Of the $1,700 average, about 75% ($1,275) is materials and 25% ($425) is labor; hourly rate $40-$50. Inspection $100-$500.
  • HomeGuide — National average cost $1,000; minimum $150; maximum $5,500; average range $500-$1,500. Small repairs (cracks, holes, chips) $200-$800 or $8-$50 per sq ft; larger jobs (chimney, water damage) $1,000-$4,000. Per sq ft: basic hairline cracks/holes/chips/repainting $8-$30; multiple large cracks, foundations, chimneys $30-$50; extensive repairs, water damage, foundation damage $60-$120. Labor $40-$60/hour, most jobs 5-12 hours ($200-$720). Materials $300-$1,000. Crack repair on a 1,500 sq ft home: $400-$1,500. Chimney repair $200-$850. Water damage $1,000-$4,000. Foundation repair $250+ per 4-foot section. Stucco removal $1-$4 per sq ft, $900-$2,100 for a whole home. Re-stucco (recoat) a house $3-$9 per sq ft. Inspection $500-$1,000.
  • Bob Vila — Overall range $599-$2,559, national average cost of $1,552. Per sq ft: general repair $60-$120, cracks $8-$20, water-damage repair $30-$50, discoloration $1-$5, foundation repair $8-$30, chimney repair $60-$120, recoating $4-$5, stucco removal $1-$3. Holes $250-$450 per hole. Caulking $30 (materials only). Labor $40-$50 per hour. Inspection $100-$500 on average.
  • This Old House — Stucco repair costs homeowners an average of $21,000 but typically ranges from $8-$50 per square foot. Small to medium repairs run around $21,000 on a 1,500 sq ft home; large repairs run around $75,000. Small repairs $8-$20 per sq ft; large repairs around $50 per sq ft. Crack repair: DIY kits around $30, professional $8-$20 per sq ft. Caulking: DIY $30, professional $3.25 per linear foot. Removal and replacement $3-$6 per sq ft. Mold remediation $10-$25 per sq ft. Patching $8 per sq ft for small jobs, up to $50 per sq ft for extensive damage. Water damage repair $30-$50 per sq ft. Professional labor $60-$120 per sq ft, hourly $40-$50, labor about 25% of total. Inspection $100-$500.

Angi and HomeAdvisor (both Angi Inc. properties) publish nearly identical figures -- average $1,628, normal range $600-$2,658, extremes $250-$6,900 -- reflecting a shared underlying cost database rather than two independent surveys. Bob Vila reports a very similar average ($1,552, range $599-$2,559) using the same per-square-foot breakdown as HomeAdvisor. Fixr's figures cluster close behind: average $1,700, range $900-$3,000. HomeGuide reports a lower national average ($1,000, typical range $500-$1,500), likely weighted toward smaller crack-and-patch jobs rather than water-damage or EIFS remediation. This Old House is the outlier, citing a $21,000 average for a 1,500 sq ft home -- its per-square-foot range ($8-$50/sq ft) matches the other sources closely, but that headline figure reflects a large-scale, whole-wall repair scope (roughly 1,000-1,500 sq ft of surface at $8-$20/sq ft) rather than a single crack or patch job, so it is not used to anchor the headline number. national_average_usd is anchored to Bob Vila's figure, which sits at the center of the Angi/HomeAdvisor/Fixr cluster. range_low_usd and range_high_usd use Angi's published low end ($250) and normal-range high end ($6,900), which bracket the realistic spread from a small crack patch to a large multi-wall or water-damage job. project_low_usd/project_high_usd reflect the Angi/HomeAdvisor 'normal range' for a typical single repair project ($600-$2,658). Figures generally cover materials and labor for the repair itself; a paid moisture inspection, texture-matching paint, and a full re-stucco of an entire home (a separate installation project, not a repair) are commonly quoted separately.