EIFS & Dryvit repair in Calgary
Foam-backed acrylic stucco (EIFS, often called Dryvit) dents, cracks and gets pecked. When water gets behind it, it's a different repair from cement stucco. We repair EIFS the way the system is designed to be repaired.
EIFS is not regular stucco, and repairs have to respect that
EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) is foam insulation board covered with a reinforced base coat and an acrylic finish. It's common on newer Calgary homes, townhouse complexes and commercial buildings. It insulates well, but the surface is thin and soft: hail, ladders, balls and woodpeckers can punch right through it.
The bigger risk is water. Older barrier-type EIFS has no drainage plane, so water that gets in at a failed sealant joint or window corner stays trapped against the sheathing. A repair that only patches the surface can hide rot that keeps spreading underneath.
We cut out damaged areas cleanly, check the sheathing behind, replace foam, embed new mesh with proper overlaps, and finish with a matched acrylic texture. We also replace failed sealant joints around windows, doors and penetrations, where most EIFS leaks start.
EIFS and Dryvit repairs
Impact & hail damage
Dents and punctures cut out, foam replaced, mesh and base coat embedded, finish texture matched.
Woodpecker damage
Holes and cavities repaired, with added reinforcement in areas birds keep returning to.
Delamination & cracking
Base coat or finish separating from the foam, or cracks at board joints, repaired properly.
Sealant joint replacement
Old, cracked caulking at windows, doors and penetrations removed and replaced with compatible sealant and backer rod.
Water intrusion repair
Opening wet areas, replacing damaged sheathing, and rebuilding the system with better flashing details.
Re-coat & colour refresh
New acrylic finish coat or compatible coating to refresh faded or patched walls.
Recent work around Calgary
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Signs your EIFS needs attention
- Holes, dents or soft spots in the wall surface
- Cracked or separated caulking around windows and doors
- Staining or streaking below window corners
- Bulges, blisters or finish peeling away from the foam
- Woodpecker holes, especially on north and east walls near trees
How the job goes
Inspect
We look at the damage, the sealant joints and window details to find where water or impact damage is coming from.Flat-rate quote
One written price. If we suspect hidden moisture, we'll recommend and price testing first.Cut out and replace
Damaged finish, mesh and foam cut back to sound material; sheathing checked and replaced if wet.Rebuild the system
New foam, reinforcing mesh with proper overlap, base coat, then finish texture matched to your wall.Seal and clean
Sealant joints redone where needed, site cleaned, and photos of the finished work sent to you.
What does EIFS repair cost in Calgary?
Small impact or woodpecker repairs are usually quick jobs. Repairs involving wet sheathing, failed windows or large sections take longer and cost more. The biggest variable is what's behind the surface, which is why we don't price EIFS water damage sight-unseen.
You get a free flat-rate quote for visible damage. If a wall needs moisture probing to find out how far damage goes, we tell you the diagnostic cost before we do it.
EIFS & Dryvit Repair across Calgary & area
We work in every Calgary quadrant and the surrounding communities. If you're not sure we cover your area, call and ask.
EIFS & Dryvit Repair questions
What's the difference between EIFS and stucco?
Traditional stucco is a thick cement-based coating over lath. EIFS is foam insulation board with a thin reinforced base coat and an acrylic finish. It looks similar but repairs differently, and EIFS is softer and easier to damage.
Is Dryvit the same as EIFS?
Dryvit is a brand name for an EIFS system, and many people call any EIFS 'Dryvit.' We repair Dryvit and other EIFS brands.
Can EIFS repairs be made invisible?
We match texture and colour closely. On older, faded walls, finishing the full wall plane or corner-to-corner gives the cleanest look, and we'll tell you when that's worth it.
How do I stop woodpeckers damaging my EIFS?
Repair holes promptly (birds come back to existing ones), consider added reinforcement in repeat areas, and use visual deterrents. We can reinforce the areas that keep getting hit.
Does EIFS water damage always mean replacement?
No. Most water damage is localized around windows or penetrations and can be repaired by opening the area, replacing wet sheathing and rebuilding with better flashing and sealant details.
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Holes, cracks or leaks in your EIFS?
Send a couple of photos or book a visit. You get a straight answer on what's wrong and one flat price to fix it.