STUCCO ENVELOPE
STUCCO & MASONRY
Stucco & Lath Remediation
Chipping delaminations, installing galvanized lath, and applying fiberglass-reinforced scratch and brown coats.
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FACADE RESTORATION • DIV 09
FL CGC1517295 • CCC1329271
Siding Installation & Repair in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Damaged or aging siding lets water in and drags your property's appearance down. We repair and install siding in Fort Lauderdale with materials that hold up to Florida conditions.
FBC Chapter 14
Weather-Resistant Envelope
ICRI CSP 1-3 Profile
Decontaminated Adhesion
100% In-House Crews
Dual-Licensed Quality
FL STATE LICENSED
CGC1517295 • CCC1329271
100%
In-House Crews • Zero Brokers
BUILDING ENVELOPE RESTORATION • FIELD EXPERTISE
Siding That Looks Right and Holds Up
Siding installation and repair in Fort Lauderdale serves the portion of the residential and commercial market where stucco isn't the right answer — buildings with wood-framed construction designed for siding products, properties undergoing exterior material upgrades from wood to low-maintenance alternatives, and commercial applications where contemporary siding profiles produce an architectural aesthetic that stucco cannot match. Fort Lauderdale's coastal climate demands siding products with genuine moisture resistance, UV stability, and in hurricane-prone locations, wind resistance appropriate for Broward County's design pressure requirements. At Planet Construction FL, we install and repair siding with product selection and installation practices calibrated for South Florida's demanding conditions.
Structural Stucco & Lath Repair
Eliminating hollow, delaminated stucco, replacing corroded corner beads, and applying polymer mortars.
Joint Caulking & Flashing Integration
High-grade polyurethane and silicone expansion joint seals blocking wind-driven rain penetration.
Dual-Licensed Permitting & Execution
General Contractor (CGC1517295) and Roofing Contractor (CCC1329271) single-source warranty accountability.
Field Failure Reality • Envelope Degradation
Failing Siding Damages Everything Behind It
Cracked, warped, or missing siding isn't just a curb appeal problem — it's a water intrusion problem. Once moisture gets behind the siding, it damages framing, insulation, and interior finishes long before you notice anything from the outside. Florida's UV, humidity, and storms accelerate every kind of siding failure, and patch jobs with mismatched materials make the damage more obvious, not less.
Mandatory Building Department Benchmark • FBC Standards
Engineered Protocol • Quality Assurance
Siding Repair and Installation Done Right
We repair and install siding in Fort Lauderdale across every material — fiber cement, vinyl, wood, aluminum, and engineered products — with the prep, flashing, and fastening details that make siding actually last. Repairs match existing siding wherever possible, and full installs include weather barriers and trim work to manufacturer specs. The result is siding that protects the structure and looks the way it should.
Fully documented for engineer of record milestone recertification file
COMMERCIAL • MULTI-FAMILY • RESIDENTIAL
Siding Options for Fort Lauderdale
Planet Construction FL installs and repairs the primary siding products used in Fort Lauderdale's residential and commercial market. Fiber cement siding — the most popular siding product in South Florida's residential market — provides the appearance of painted wood with excellent moisture resistance, fire resistance, and durability in Fort Lauderdale's humid, salt-air environment. James Hardie and similar fiber cement products are available in clapboard, shake, panel, and trim profiles that suit Fort Lauderdale's diverse architectural styles. Vinyl siding — lower in cost than fiber cement, non-corrosive, and available in a range of profiles and colors — is a maintenance-free option appropriate for budget-conscious residential applications. Aluminum siding — historically common in South Florida's construction — is durable and corrosion-resistant but is largely being replaced by fiber cement and vinyl in current renovation projects. Composite wood siding and engineered wood products provide a higher-end appearance for residential applications where the aesthetic warmth of wood is desired with better moisture performance than natural wood.
STUCCO ENVELOPE
WATERPROOF COATINGS
ELASTOMERIC SYSTEMS
Commercial High-Rise Painting
100% acrylic elastomeric high-build coatings bridging dynamic hairline cracks and stopping salt air infiltration.
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BALCONY RESTORATION
CONDO BALCONIES
Balcony & Walkway Overhauls
Concrete slab edge repair, railing post core drilling, pocket grouting, and non-slip pedestrian traffic membranes.
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JOINT INTEGRITY
SEALANTS & CAULKING
Perimeter & Expansion Seals
Complete removal of degraded sealants, installing backer rod, and tooling Class 50 polyurethane expansion joints.
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DECONTAMINATION
PRESSURE WASHING
Facade Cleaning & Descaling
Commercial 3,500+ PSI rotary hot-water wash, efflorescence acid neutralizers, and biological algae treatment.
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PAVEMENT SYSTEMS
PAVEMENT REPAIRS
Parking Lot & Walkway Paving
Full asphalt sealcoating, asphalt pothole patching, ADA concrete ramp construction, and thermoplastic stall line striping.
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Regulatory Code Standards • FBC & ASTM Compliance
Hurricane-Rated Siding in South Florida
Siding installed in Broward County's HVHZ designation must meet Florida Building Code wind resistance requirements — and not all siding products have Florida Product Approval documentation covering the design pressure requirements for Fort Lauderdale's coastal locations. Fiber cement siding systems from James Hardie and other major manufacturers are available with Florida NOA documentation covering wind speeds appropriate for Broward County. The installation method — fastener type, spacing, and penetration depth into structural framing — is specified in the NOA and must be followed precisely to maintain the wind resistance rating. Siding installed without Florida Product Approval documentation, or installed in a way that deviates from the approved method, is non-compliant regardless of the product's inherent quality. Planet Construction FL installs siding per the applicable NOA on every Fort Lauderdale project.
Licensed CGC1517295 • CCC1329271 Execution
Direct Engineer of Record Special Inspections
Facade Verification Criteria
SURFACE PREPARATION PROTOCOL
ICRI CSP 1–3 & Decontamination
3,500+ PSI pressure washing, efflorescence neutralizer, and mechanical scraping.
MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
ASTM D412 >300% Elongation
High-build 100% acrylic elastomeric with 20-mil wet film thickness.
LEGAL COMPLIANCE
FBC Chapter 14 Envelope Standard
HVHZ wind-driven rain protection and sealed perimeter expansion joints.
FIELD APPLICATION SPECIFICATIONS
Siding Repair Services
Siding repair in Fort Lauderdale addresses the range of damage conditions that South Florida's climate and storm history produce. Impact damage from hurricane wind-driven debris is the most common driver of emergency siding repair — dented, cracked, or displaced siding panels after a storm event require prompt repair to maintain the building envelope's weather protection. Moisture damage behind failed siding — rotted sheathing, deteriorated housewrap, and mold in wall cavities — requires removal of the affected siding section, drying and treatment of the underlying damage, and reinstallation of new siding after the substrate is restored to a sound, dry condition. Faded or chalking siding that has reached the end of its painted service life can be repainted in many cases — fiber cement siding accepts field painting with appropriate exterior latex or elastomeric products and holds paint well when properly prepared.
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High-pressure wash removing chalk, dirt, and salts. Complete scrape of loose coatings and biocide treatment.
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Chipping spalls, treating rebar, patching stucco with polymer mortar, and tooling polyurethane into all joints.
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Deep-penetrating masonry conditioner locking down chalk, followed by alkaline-resistant primer for maximum adhesion.
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Multi-coat cross-hatch application achieving calibrated 16–20 mil dry film build with 10-year warranty protection.
Commercial Asset Managers • HOA Boards
Installation Process & Moisture Protection
Siding installation over wood-framed construction in Fort Lauderdale requires careful attention to the moisture management details that prevent the wall cavity failures that have been a documented problem in improperly installed siding assemblies in Florida's climate. A continuous water-resistive barrier (housewrap) over the sheathing, properly lapped and taped at all seams and penetrations, is the primary line of defense against wind-driven rain that bypasses the siding surface. Window and door flashings that integrate the housewrap with the window and door frame in a proper lapping sequence prevent water entry at the most vulnerable locations. Starter strips, trim flashing, and J-channel details at all terminations — corners, windows, doors, and soffit intersections — complete the moisture management assembly that determines how well the installed siding system performs in Fort Lauderdale's storm environment over its full service life.
Multi-Unit Program Support
Phased construction logistics, resident notices, reserve study alignment, and direct engineer of record milestone recertification sign-offs.
HOA Board Presentation Packages & Milestone Recertification Decks
Multi-Year Capital Expenditure Phasing to Mitigate Special Assessments
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Direct Qualifier CGC1517295 • No Obligation Board Review
RECENT REGIONAL PERFORMANCE • VERIFIED SITES
Documented Exterior Restoration Projects • South Florida Portfolio
Engineering-compliant high-build elastomeric applications, stucco restoration, and building envelope remediation across Broward and Palm Beach counties.
POMPANO BEACH • COMMERCIAL
Commercial Plaza Facade Restoration
Full pressure wash, crack-bridging elastomeric coating, and high-durability acrylic enamel on storefront architectural elements.
FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH • CONDO TOWER
Coastal High-Rise Tower Recoating
Swing stage exterior remediation, structural stucco patching, and salt-shield elastomeric waterproofing across 12 oceanfront residential floors.
BOCA RATON • HOA COMMUNITY
Multi-Building HOA Exterior Overhaul
Multi-year capital phasing program covering 6 condominium buildings, stucco crack repairs, and 100% acrylic elastomeric coatings.
FIELD EXPERTISE • CLARITY FOR OWNERS & BOARDS
Frequently Asked Questions • Exterior Restoration
Direct answers on stucco warranties, recertification compliance, coating longevity, and logistics across South Florida.
Is fiber cement siding good for Fort Lauderdale's climate?
Fiber cement is one of the best siding choices for Fort Lauderdale's coastal climate. It resists moisture absorption — unlike wood, which swells, warps, and rots in South Florida's humidity. It doesn't corrode in salt air — unlike steel or aluminum. It resists UV degradation better than vinyl, which can fade and become brittle in Fort Lauderdale's intense sun. It is fire-resistant. And it accepts paint finishes that can be refreshed when the surface weathers, extending the product's effective service life well beyond that of vinyl siding's factory finish.
Can siding be installed over existing stucco in Fort Lauderdale?
In most cases, yes — siding can be installed over existing stucco where the stucco is sound and provides a suitable base for the furring strips and siding attachment. The existing stucco is typically left in place, furring strips are fastened through the stucco into the structural framing, and the housewrap and siding are installed over the furring. Where existing stucco is significantly deteriorated or delaminated, removal before siding installation is the better approach. We assess the existing stucco condition during the site evaluation for each siding project.
How much does siding installation cost in Fort Lauderdale?
Fiber cement siding installation in Fort Lauderdale typically ranges from $8 to $18 per square foot installed, depending on the profile, trim complexity, and substrate conditions. Vinyl siding is less expensive — typically $5 to $12 per square foot installed. Substrate repair, window and door flashing work, and disposal of existing cladding are additional line items that are specified separately in our project proposal after site assessment.
How long does siding installation take?
Fiber cement siding installation on a typical Fort Lauderdale single-story home takes 5–10 days including preparation and trim work. Larger homes, multi-story applications, and projects requiring significant substrate repair take longer. We provide a project-specific timeline at the proposal stage based on the scope confirmed during the site assessment.
FACADE RESTORATION ESTIMATE • DIRECT RESPONSE
Get Your Siding Installation & Repair in Fort Lauderdale, FL Inspection & Proposal
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Dual State Licensed: CGC1517295 (General) • CCC1329271 (Roofing)
Zero Subcontractor Hand-offs • 100% In-House Field Crews