Replacing Dryvit With Siding

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.

Replacing dryvit with siding. 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 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. I ve never installed dryvit before but i do have limited knowledge of how it is applied. It ll include a dump truck.

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. 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. It is a huge problem says mark tiffee president of a cut above siding and windows in portland ore.

It s going to be a big mess especially with the styrofoam and high winds. Having a house with eifs also known as dryvit isn t the end of the world. And even though your house may have been built using it with knowledge and proper maintenance everything can be just fine. The contractors install the dryvit siding over plywood osb substrate or existing siding.

Eifs isn t a disease. Dryvit is similar to brick s installation where there needs. I m working on a job right now and the dryvit needs to be removed on a 37sq house. Do not cut down to substrate.

Remove any loose damaged foam to reveal fresh foam. The dryvit rapid patch product can be used for damages smaller than 3 inches by 3 inches. Pacific exteriors has already replaced defective eifs siding and dryvit siding with moisture intrusion behind these new systems on homes and commercial structures. The cement must have a clean surface to successfully adhere to.

Dryvit mixes into portland cement creating a mix that contractors spread with a trowel. In 2002 the company completed about 30 exterior remodeling jobs. Contractors spread the siding in 18 inch long strips. Dryvit flashing tape and conditioner.

Damages that are deeper than 1 inch should be filled with a piece of expanded polystyrene foam also known as eps leaving no more than a 1 inch deep area to be patched.