Sunset Construction Group

“Why is it important and what are the best methods?”
Moisture testing is important because it identifies areas where moisture intrusion is occurring and how severe the damage may be. If ignored, it can seriously damage a home’s wood structure through rot and mold within the wall cavity.
Although moisture intrusion has become a focus behind stucco-clad homes, the issue can exist behind other cladding materials like brick, stone, fiber cement or cedar siding. The issue is most common in homes built between 1985 to 2003. Building codes and practices have since been updated to include the installation of kick out flashing, weep screed, and pan flashing under windows, and as a result, many of the issues have been resolved.
However, other issues like [...]

“How do I determine if I’m under warranty and which path to take?”
Things to Consider
- Am I within my 10-year warranty?
- Will a structural engineer or an industrial hygienist (mold vendor) serve me best?
- Should I call a lawyer or try and work directly with my home builder?
- Is the damage contained to the outer walls, or should I be concerned with damage or mold on the interior of the home, too?
- Are these repairs going to cost me tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands?
- What types of warranties are available for the different repair strategies being presented to me?
- If I am outside of my 10-year warranty, do I have other options?

Our past clients will attest that Sunset [...]

“If my exterior has damage, should I be concerned with mold on the interior?”
The Facts
There is always a little mold everywhere – in the air and on many surfaces.  And to many people, the presence of mold may not be a huge health issue or require one to move out.
However, the hazards presented by molds that contain mycotoxins should be considered the same as other common molds which can grow in your house and other buildings. There are a few reported cases that toxic molds (those containing certain mycotoxins) can cause unique or rare health conditions, such as pulmonary hemorrhage or memory loss. These cases are rare, and a causal link between the presence of the toxic mold and these [...]

“Certified Repair Contractor – Third-Party Warranty Available”
With generations of stucco experience, Sunset Construction Group has the knowledge and experience necessary to dig into the problem areas, make the necessary corrections and patch the areas back into the existing stucco. Not only does this maintain the structure, but often it improves curb appeal of the property.
We work closely with the area’s best inspectors and engineers to ensure we develop and implement the best solution for the project.  Simply opening an area up, cleaning it out and putting it back together is not enough.  The true source of the leak needs to be resolved, and while we are there, upgrading the design and performance of the area is crucial to ensure the [...]

“Rebuild and improve the wall design – then install stone and JamesHardie or stone and stucco”
Sunset Construction Group conducts both Retrofit Repair and Complete Tear-Off and Redo strategies; therefore, we are not biased to one method over the other.  We have seen our competition steer a home owner into a strategy that fits the contractor more than what the house actually required, resulting in a poor investment decision.  Because we offer both strategies, we let the inspection report and wishes of the homeowner dictate which repair strategy is right for the property.
Secondly, the notion that removing stucco and replacing it with fiber cement siding will solve the problem is a false assumption.  If all things are equal, moisture intrusion can [...]