Exterior Restoration in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Your building's exterior is its handshake with the world. In Fort Lauderdale's sun, salt air, and humidity, that handshake gets weathered fast — peeling paint, cracked stucco, mold-stained facades, and deteriorating balconies all communicate neglect before anyone gets inside. Planet Construction delivers complete exterior restoration services that protect your structure, elevate your property's appearance, and satisfy HOA and local code requirements. From a single-family repaint to a full multi-story building restoration, we do it right.
South Florida Sun and Salt Air Don't Just Age Your Exterior — They Attack It
With over 300 days of intense UV radiation, tropical wind-driven rainfall, and persistent salt-laden coastal humidity, untreated or poorly maintained building facades in Broward and Palm Beach counties can deteriorate severely within 5 to 7 years.
Hairline Cracks & Stucco Delamination
Wind-driven rain penetrates microscopic stucco fissures, reaching internal wire lath. Expanding rust breaks the chemical bond, causing stucco to detach from concrete block in massive sheets.
Thermal UV Breakdown & Permeability Loss
Standard acrylic builder-grade paint chalks and degrades under subtropical UV exposure within 3–5 years, surrendering its waterproof seal and allowing moisture intrusion.
Perimeter Sealant & Balcony Deterioration
Dried urethane sealants around windows, doors, and expansion joints leak water into interior spaces. Unaddressed spalling on balconies creates severe HOA compliance and liability issues.
Our Exterior Restoration Services in Fort Lauderdale
Every surface, every substrate, every style — from pressure washing to full facade renovation.
Complete Exterior Capabilities Directory
Every exterior restoration and building envelope discipline required across Florida's commercial, condominium, and residential structures.
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Brick & Masonry Repair
Mortar joint tuckpointing, structural brick stitching, and silicone water repellents preserving heritage and modern masonry.
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Building Facade Cleaning
Soft-wash chemical treatments removing black algae, efflorescence, and salt spray without degrading delicate stucco finishes.
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EIFS (Exterior Insulation Finish System)
Synthetic stucco and insulated wall assembly repairs, thermal barrier upgrades, and drainage plane moisture management.
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Exterior Caulking & Sealing
Commercial-grade polyurethane and silicone sealant replacement at windows, door transitions, and building expansion joints.
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Exterior Painting
High-build elastomeric coatings, 100% acrylic paints from Sherwin-Williams & PPG, delivering long-term UV and mildew protection.
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Exterior Restoration
Comprehensive envelope remediation: structural crack repair, full-depth patch mortar, waterproof sealing, and finish coating.
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Pressure Washing / Power Washing
Hot-water commercial pressure washing for parking structures, concrete sidewalks, pool decks, and architectural walls.
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Siding Repair & Installation
HardiePlank fiber-cement, engineered composite, and aluminum architectural siding installations built for coastal hurricane resistance.
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Stucco Re-Application / Full Stucco
Complete 3-coat traditional Portland cement stucco systems with stainless metal lath and weep screeds engineered to FBC Chapter 25.
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Stucco Repair
Surgical sounding, hollow delamination removal, anti-rust rebar coating, and seamless texture matching for invisible exterior repairs.
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Structures & Elements
Awning Installation
Custom commercial entry canopies, retractable patio awnings, and hurricane-rated fabric structures providing UV shade and rain shelter.
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Balcony Restoration (Full)
Cantilevered concrete slab rebuilds, railing post core drilling, pocket waterproofing, and non-skid pedestrian traffic coatings.
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Building Sign / Fascia Board Repair
Rebuilding rotted fascia boards, metal drip edge flashings, and reinforced sign bands engineered to support commercial signage.
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Fence & Gate Construction
Commercial CBS privacy walls, decorative aluminum perimeter fences, and automated access gates compliant with municipal setback codes.
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Parking Lot Restoration
Asphalt sealcoating, concrete curb repairs, storm catch basin reconstruction, and thermostatic ADA line restriping.
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Walkway & Pathway Repair
Eliminating pedestrian trip hazards, root lift remediation, elevated breezeway concrete restoration, and anti-slip finishes.
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Maintenance & HOA
HOA Building Exterior Maintenance
Scheduled capital improvement and maintenance contracts for condominium boards, townhouse communities, and gated HOAs.
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REQUEST CUSTOM EXTERIOR CONSULTWhy Fort Lauderdale Chooses Us for Exterior Restoration
Exterior finishes in South Florida require rigorous surface preparation and materials engineered for salt, humidity, and intense UV rays. We bring 17+ years of master craftsmanship to every facade.
Direct Legal Accountability
State Certified Qualifier on site. Permits pulled directly under our verified license — zero brokers, zero unauthorized subcontractor markups.
Engineered for South Florida Salt Air, Humidity & UV Exposure
Applying exterior coatings in coastal Florida requires understanding substrate moisture limits, salt crystallization, and extreme solar degradation. We specify 100% acrylic elastomeric systems and high-build coatings engineered specifically for tropical marine environments.
Forensic Surface Prep — Where Durability Is Won
Over ninety percent of exterior coating failures stem from rushed preparation. We mechanically grind failed stucco, treat oxidized rebar with rust inhibitors, pressure-wash at calibrated PSI, and apply penetrating alkali-resistant masonry primers before coating.
HOA Architectural Submittals & SB 4-D Milestone Compliance
We work directly with condominium HOA boards, property management firms, and city building departments. From color palette approvals to engineering milestone recertification punch-lists, every exterior restoration satisfies Florida statutory compliance.
How Our Exterior Restoration Process Works
A meticulous 4-step restoration program engineered to deliver finishes that last 8–12 years under South Florida's coastal conditions.
We walk the property, assess every surface, identify problem areas including those not yet visible from the street, and deliver a written proposal with material specifications and project timeline.
For color changes, structural work, or certain exterior modifications, we handle HOA submissions and any permitting required — so you're not chasing approvals while the project stalls.
Pressure washing, crack repair, caulking, patching, and priming all come first. Only when surfaces are properly prepared do we apply coatings, paint, or stucco — using professional-grade materials specified for Florida exposure.
We walk through the completed project with you, address anything that doesn't meet our quality standard, and leave you with documentation of materials used and warranty coverage.
Recent Exterior Projects in Fort Lauderdale
What Property Owners & Managers Say
“Planet Construction completely transformed our building. New stucco, fresh paint, resealed windows — the whole exterior. They color-matched perfectly to our HOA requirements and finished ahead of schedule. The property looks brand new.”
“We had serious stucco delamination on the south face of our commercial building from water intrusion. Planet Construction found the source, waterproofed the wall, re-stuccoed the entire face, and repainted. It's been two Florida summers and everything is holding perfectly.”
“The balcony restoration they did on our condo units is outstanding. Surface prep, waterproofing membrane, new coating, and railing touch-up. From the street, you'd think we built a new building. Professional crew, zero mess left behind.”
How often should a building exterior be repainted in Fort Lauderdale?
In South Florida's climate, a high-quality exterior paint job with proper surface prep lasts 5–7 years, while high-build elastomeric coatings can protect for 8–12 years. Buildings directly on or near the coast — with higher salt air exposure — may need attention on the shorter end of those ranges. We recommend an exterior assessment every 3–4 years to catch issues before they become expensive.
Can you match the existing stucco texture when doing a repair?
Yes, texture matching is a core part of our stucco repair process. We assess the existing texture — whether it's dash, knockdown, Spanish lace, smooth, or sand finish — and test our blend on a sample board before applying it to your building to ensure an invisible repair.
Do I need to repaint after stucco repair?
In almost all cases, yes — and we recommend repainting any repaired section plus surrounding areas to ensure a uniform finish. Spot-painting stucco repairs against an aged exterior finish almost always results in visible color differences. We build full exterior painting into our stucco restoration scope when appropriate and discuss the options with you upfront.
What exterior paint products do you use, and why does it matter?
We specify exterior paints and coatings from professional-grade manufacturers — Sherwin-Williams Emerald Exterior, Duration, or elastomeric lines; PPG Permanizer; and similar products rated for high-humidity, high-UV environments. Consumer-grade paint sold at hardware stores is not formulated to withstand Fort Lauderdale's intense solar exposure and torrential rains.
Does exterior restoration require permits?
Simple repainting typically does not require a permit. Stucco re-application, structural repairs, siding installation, fence installation, and certain exterior modifications may require a permit depending on the municipality. We identify permit requirements in our proposal stage and handle all permit applications as part of our scope.
Your Building's Exterior Makes an Impression Every Day — Make It the Right One
Every season that passes without maintenance is a season of accelerating damage in Fort Lauderdale's climate. Get ahead of it with a free exterior assessment from Planet Construction. We'll show you exactly what the property needs, what it costs, and what you'll protect.
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