Quick answer: Stucco repair costs $400–$25,000+ in Los Angeles depending on scope — a small crack patch is inexpensive, while a full home re-stucco runs into the tens of thousands. APLA Construction (CA Lic #1136359) handles this throughout Greater Los Angeles.
Stucco is the most common exterior finish on Los Angeles homes, prized for its durability and classic Southern California look. But sun, seismic movement, and moisture eventually cause cracks, staining, and damage. Whether you own a Spanish-style home in Los Feliz, a bungalow in Culver City, or a midcentury property in the Valley, timely stucco repair protects your home and its value. APLA Construction is a licensed LA general contractor (CA Lic #1136359) that repairs and re-stuccos homes across the LA area.
Stucco repair in Los Angeles typically costs between $8 and $50 per square foot, with most repair jobs running $1,000 to $6,000 and full re-stucco projects much more. A 2026 guide:
| Item | Typical Cost |
| Small crack and patch repair | $400 to $1,500. |
| Section repair or re-coat | $1,500 to $6,000 depending on area and access. |
| Full home re-stucco | $8,000 to $25,000+ depending on home size and finish. |
| Cost per square foot | roughly $8 to $50 depending on damage depth and whether lath must be replaced. |
Cost drivers include the extent of damage, whether the underlying lath or moisture barrier is compromised, matching existing texture and color, and scaffolding for two-story homes.
Hairline cracks are usually cosmetic and inexpensive to seal. Larger cracks, bulging, or soft spots can signal water intrusion behind the stucco, which requires opening the wall to repair lath and the moisture barrier. Catching it early keeps costs down.
The art of stucco repair is blending the patch into the existing texture, from smooth to dash to lace finishes, and matching color. We take care to make repairs invisible, which is important for curb appeal and resale.
From coastal homes in Santa Monica and Redondo Beach dealing with salt-air weathering to Valley homes in Encino and Tarzana with sun-baked walls, we repair and refinish stucco to match your home and neighborhood.
On a coastal property, salt air attacks the coating rather than the stucco body, so a repair is only half the job — the patched wall has to be sealed and repainted to keep moisture out. Budget for that second step: exterior house painting costs in Los Angeles run $4,000–$15,000+ for most single-family homes, and a coastal exposure shortens the repaint cycle considerably.
Where the lath and moisture barrier behind the stucco have failed across a whole elevation, re-stuccoing is not always the cheapest answer. Putting siding over stucco runs $6–$14 per square foot and, in fiber cement, brings fire resistance that matters on a hillside lot. Salt-air and hillside exposure together are their own discipline — see how we approach coastal and hillside construction in Pacific Palisades, where marine air, slope access and Fire Hazard Severity Zone rules all bear on the same wall.
Common causes include normal settling, seismic movement, temperature swings, and water intrusion. Small cracks are often cosmetic; larger ones may need investigation.
Yes. Matching texture and color is our specialty so repairs blend in seamlessly.
Minor repairs usually do not require a permit; large re-stucco or structural moisture repairs may. APLA advises and handles permits when needed.
Small repairs take 1 to 3 days including cure and paint; full re-stucco takes 1 to 2 weeks.
APLA Construction repairs and refinishes stucco across Los Angeles. Licensed CA Lic #1136359 — verify on CSLB. Call (818) 818-4419 or email info@aplaconstruction.com for a free estimate.