Two Systems — One Expert

Hard coat or EIFS.
Dallas knows both.

Most stucco contractors do one or the other. Dallas has mastered both systems over 40 years and recommends the right one for your specific home — not just the one he prefers to install.

Traditional Hard-Coat
3-Coat Portland Cement System
Scratch coat — Portland cement over wire lath. Keyed for mechanical adhesion.
Brown coat — 3/4 inch base. Water cured 6 days minimum. Dense and hard.
Finish coat — Senergy elastomeric color coat. 150+ SW colors. Custom texture.
Best for — new construction, masonry substrates, high impact areas, commercial.
Honest note — hairline shrinkage cracks are normal in Portland cement. Dallas cures to minimize them. It is concrete.
EIFS System
Exterior Insulation and Finish System
Insulation board — Atlas EnergyShield foam. Continuous R-value. No thermal bridging.
Base coat with mesh — Senergy Alpha base coat with fiberglass mesh fully embedded. Full thickness always.
Drainage plane — Dallas installs all EIFS with a proper drainage plane. No barrier EIFS. Ever.
Finish coat — Senergy Conflex XL elastomeric. 150+ SW colors. 300% more elastic than paint.
Best for — residential remodel, energy efficiency upgrades, existing EIFS replacement.
The Installation Process

Every step.
No shortcuts.

The difference between stucco that lasts 30 years and stucco that fails in 5 is almost entirely in the process. The materials are commodities. The process is where 40 years of expertise shows.

Why Dallas Sprays Water for 6 Days
Portland cement gains strength through hydration — a chemical reaction that requires water. If the brown coat dries too fast it does not fully hydrate. The result is a weaker wall that cracks randomly. Dallas keeps the walls wet for 6 days minimum. The walls crack out in controlled hairlines during cure. After the finish coat goes on the walls are as hard as they will ever get.
1
Substrate inspection and preparation
Inspect sheathing, moisture barrier, and all existing conditions. Replace any damaged substrate before any stucco goes on.
2
Moisture barrier installation
Two layers of Grade D building paper or housewrap. Lapped correctly. Every penetration flashed before lath goes on.
3
Wire lath installation
Self-furring metal lath nailed to studs at 6 inch centers. Correct overlap at seams. Corner bead and control joints at all structural transitions.
4
Scratch coat application
Portland cement scratch coat applied and keyed for mechanical adhesion. Cure 24 to 48 hours before brown coat.
5
Brown coat — 6 day water cure
3/4 inch brown coat applied. Water sprayed every day for 6 days minimum. Controlled shrinkage cracks appear during this phase — that is correct and expected.
6
Finish coat application
Senergy Conflex XL elastomeric finish in chosen color and texture. Applied after full cure. The final surface the customer sees.
Colors and Textures

150+ colors.
One consultation.

Dallas brings the full Sherwin-Williams fan deck to your consultation so you see every color on a real chip in your home's natural light. Pick any SW color code and the Senergy system delivers it perfectly.

Popular SW Color Codes
SW 7008 Alabaster
SW 7012 Creamy
SW 7011 Natural Choice
SW 7036 Accessible Beige
SW 7015 Repose Gray
SW 7029 Agreeable Gray
SW 7072 Online
SW 7674 Peppercorn
SW 7069 Iron Ore
SW 6258 Tricorn Black

Hover any chip for the SW color name. Dallas brings the full fan deck to your consultation.

Available Finish Textures
F1.0
Fine Finish
M1.5
Sahara
R1.5
Classic
T0.5
Texture
Stone
Limestone
Wood
Wood Grain
Frequently Asked Questions

Stucco installation
answered.

The questions Utah homeowners ask before committing to new stucco installation.

How much does stucco installation cost in Utah?
New stucco installation in Utah typically runs $8 to $14 per square foot installed for a complete 3-coat system. A 2,000 square foot home runs $16,000 to $28,000 depending on substrate condition, complexity, and system chosen. Dallas provides a written itemized estimate — call (801) 518-5030.
Will my new stucco crack?
Hairline shrinkage cracks are a normal characteristic of Portland cement stucco — not a defect. Dallas sprays the walls with water for 6 days during cure to make the walls as hard and dense as possible. This controls the cracking that happens during cure so it appears as fine hairlines rather than random larger cracks after the finish coat is on. Dallas tells every customer this before starting.
EIFS or traditional hard-coat — which is better?
Neither is universally better. Hard-coat is more impact resistant and better for masonry substrates. EIFS provides superior insulation value and is better for wood-frame homes needing energy efficiency. Dallas assesses your specific home and recommends the right system — not just the one he prefers to install.
How long does stucco installation take?
A typical single family home takes 2 to 3 weeks for complete 3-coat installation including the 6-day water cure period. EIFS installation is slightly faster. Complex homes with multiple gables and roofline transitions take longer. Dallas provides a detailed schedule with every written estimate.
What warranty comes with new stucco installation?
Dallas provides a 1-year workmanship warranty on new stucco installation covering application defects and delamination caused by workmanship error. Hairline shrinkage cracks are excluded — they are a normal characteristic of Portland cement. Color fading from UV exposure is excluded — that is normal weathering. The Senergy manufacturer warranty covers material defects separately.
Get Your Installation Estimate

Built right.
Cured right.
Warranted.

Professional inspection first. Written scope. 6-day water cure. Dallas on every job personally.

Or call: (801) 518-5030 · Dallas answers personally · Mon–Sat

6 Day
Water cure
150+
SW colors
1yr
Workmanship
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Subcontractors
★ James Hardie Elite Preferred Installer ★
James Hardie Siding

Fiber cement.
Zero regrets.

30-year warranty. Fire resistant. 1 inch hail rated. 130mph wind rated. Dallas is one of the only Elite Preferred installers in Utah — the highest certification Hardie awards.

  • ColorPlus Technology — color baked at the factory, 15-year color warranty
  • HardieZone System — climate-specific formulation for Utah freeze-thaw zone
  • Full stucco-to-Hardie conversion — complete tear-off and reinstallation
  • Adds significant home value — often pays for itself at resale
ColorPlus Top Colors
Arctic White
Iron Gray
Cobble Stone
Boothbay Blue
Monterey Taupe
Mountain Sage
Evening Blue
White Sand
Aged Pewter
Woodstock Brown
Stucco to Hardie Conversion
Complete stucco removal plus full Hardie installation. Only a stucco master can remove EIFS properly, inspect the sheathing, treat any rot, and install Hardie with correct moisture integration. Dallas does it all under one contract and one warranty.
All 6 Hardie Styles
HardiePlank Lap
America's number one siding
HardieShingle
Cedar shake look
HardiePanel Vertical
Modern vertical lines
Board and Batten
Farmhouse to contemporary
HardieTrim
Window door and corner trim
HardieSoffit
Complete roofline protection
Why Elite Preferred Matters

Elite Preferred is the highest certification James Hardie awards. Only Elite Preferred installations qualify for Hardie's full 30-year product warranty. Dallas is one of very few Elite Preferred installers in Utah.

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72 hours — structural damage begins. Dallas responds now.

Hidden moisture destroys structure fast. Utah freeze-thaw cycles drive water into invisible gaps every winter. Call Dallas: (801) 518-5030 — 24/7

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Water Damage and Insurance Claims

We don't patch.
We re-engineer.

Dallas opens the wall, finds the mechanical failure, fixes the flashing permanently, and closes it with a perfect finish — under one warranty.

We Work With Your Insurance
Infrared moisture maps, forensic photos, written scope — everything your adjuster needs. Dallas has worked with every major Utah carrier.
  • Infrared moisture mapping — reveals hidden damage before opening walls
  • Forensic deconstruct — open only what needs opening, no overbilling
  • Re-engineer the failure — fix the flashing and moisture barrier permanently
  • 10-year written warranty on the rebuilt system
Our 5-Step Process
1
Emergency call — 24/7
Dallas personally assesses. The contractor who does the work talks to you first.
2
Infrared moisture audit
Thermal imaging maps all hidden moisture before opening a single panel.
3
Insurance documentation
Full scope, photos, and moisture maps prepared for your insurance claim.
4
Forensic deconstruct and rebuild
Find the root cause. Replace structure, moisture barrier, and flashing permanently.
5
10-year written warranty
On the rebuilt system — the engineering, the flashing, the closure.
"I don't warranty the snow. I warranty the path the water takes to get away from your house."
— Dallas Christensen · Master Contractor · 40 Years · (801) 518-5030
Why Christensen Wins

Dallas vs.
other contractors.

Every competitor you'll consider is a specialist who stops at one trade. You call them, then call someone else, then call someone else again. Or you call Dallas — once.

What matters to Utah homeowners Christensen Siding company Window company Restoration company
40-year stucco mastery◆ Yes
Windows in stucco — precision process◆ YesPartial
James Hardie Elite Preferred certified◆ YesSome do
Water damage root-cause fix◆ YesDry only
Insurance claim documentation◆ YesPartial
Full stucco removal and Hardie conversion◆ Yes
Decks and outdoor kitchens◆ Yes
Soffit, fascia, gutters, roofing◆ YesSome
Zero subcontractors — owner on every job◆ Yes
10-year written warranty on all work◆ Yes
Hearth financing — approved in minutes◆ YesSomeSome

Columns represent categories of contractor — not any specific company. Based on typical Utah exterior market offerings 2026. Call Dallas for a direct comparison: (801) 518-5030

Real Utah Homeowners · Google Reviews

They called Dallas.

★★★★★
4.9 · Verified Google Reviews · Utah Homeowners

In 2022, I hired Christensen Stucco and Exteriors to repair major water damage to our 27 year old stucco. The water damage had infiltrated the stud walls and plywood. At completion, the stucco looked better than new. In 2023, I hired Dallas and his team for a complete remodel of our exterior. As of today, 10 neighbors have stopped to tell me your house is beautiful. Dallas is a person with old school values who takes great pride in his work, and brings modern ideas to everything he does. I really appreciate the way he treats and pays his workers too.

DS
Dale Sanders
Water Damage + Full Exterior Remodel
Local Guide · 58 reviews
Google

I contracted with Christensen Stucco and Exteriors to replace my stucco on my house. I highly recommend them. Dallas was professional and made sure I understood everything that will be done. I respected him telling me that he will not do a half-fast job. He will only do it the right way to ensure the stucco lasts. The project was completed within 2 weeks of the signed contract and I could not have asked for a better job. The staff was very nice and such hard workers.

KW
Kim Willette
Full Stucco Replacement
Google

Need to send out a sincere thanks to Dallas and Christensen Stucco and Team. Recently reached out with a stucco repair and water damage issue and could not have been more grateful. The attention to detail to repair our stucco, match color, remove and replace all water damage and decorative rock, while concluding with all needed exterior upgrades was simply spot on. Highly recommend.

TV
Tyson Vorwaller
Water Damage + Stucco + Decorative Rock
Google

I own a home in Sandy and I had Dallas and his team do my stucco and new windows. Dallas went above and beyond and was helpful and communicative the whole way through. I would not go anywhere else in the future and highly recommend.

SM
Sarah Martin
Sandy · Stucco + Windows
Google

Dallas was extraordinarily helpful with my stucco project. Needed to understand options and pricing. Wonderful to work with, and knowledgeable.

CR
Christine Reinicke
Stucco Consultation
Local Guide · 21 reviews
Google

Called for some advice and repair of damaged stucco caused by a plumber working on our home. Dallas answered my call while out on vacation and was able to give me an estimate to get the repair done. I appreciated his quick responses and clear communication of the work that would be required. The price seems fair considering the work required.

JM
Jeremy-Rachel McAdams
Emergency Stucco Repair
Google

Very professional through the entire process and great quality work.

GT
Garry Tye
Stucco Services
Google

These guys were so helpful and knowledgeable on everything I needed help with, and very friendly.

DB
Derek Bergstrom
Stucco Services
Google

When I talked to Dallas over the phone, he was very nice!

GS
Georgia Snell
Customer Inquiry
Google
Financing

Don't drain
your savings.

We partner with Hearth to offer fast, simple home improvement financing. Multiple lenders compete for your business — you see all your options in one application and choose the best rate.

LendingClub SoFi LightStream Prosper LendingPoint Upgrade Upstart Axos Bank + more
Hearth Financing
Home improvement loans · Multiple lenders · One application
Approved in minutes
No lengthy bank process.
$500M+ processed
Trusted by 100,000+ US homeowners.
Zero dealer fees
No hidden costs passed to you.
12+ lenders compete
You pick the best rate.
Check Your Rate — No Credit Impact

Or ask Dallas about financing when he calls you back.

Service Areas

Utah is our backyard.

Wasatch Front to Washington County. Every Utah microclimate — and now expanding to St. George.

Sandy, UT
84020 · 84092 · 84094
Headquarters · All 17 services available
Cottonwood Heights, UT
84121 · 84093
Canyon wind resistance · Luxury estate stucco · Hardie · Windows
Holladay, UT
84117 · 84124
East Bench homes · Stucco resurfacing · Pella window integration
Millcreek, UT
84106 · 84109
Stucco · Hardie siding · Water damage restoration
Sugar House, UT
84105 · 84106
Historic stucco homes · Precision window installs · Repair
Murray, UT
84107 · 84123
Commercial and residential · Stucco · Hardie · Exterior remodeling
Salt Lake City, UT
84101 · 84103 · 84105 · 84108
All services · Historic stucco restoration · Full exterior remodeling
North Salt Lake, UT
84054
Stucco · Hardie siding · Soffit and fascia · Windows
South Salt Lake, UT
84115 · 84119
Full exterior services · Stucco · Water damage · Decks
Farmington, UT
84025
Stucco · Windows · Decks · Hardie siding
Heber City, UT
84032
Mountain climate mastery · Heavy freeze-thaw engineering · Stucco
Draper, UT
84020 · 84065
Estate exteriors · Full Hardie conversions · Precision window installs
Park City, UT
84060 · 84068 · 84098
Alpine snow loads · Luxury mountain estates · Hardie · Stucco
Jackson Hole, WY
83001 · 83002
Mountain modern exteriors · Stucco · Hardie · Water damage
St. George, UT — Now Expanding into Southern Utah
84770 · 84780 · 84790 · Washington County · Hurricane · Ivins · Santa Clara
Desert thermal mastery. Monsoon moisture barriers. Extreme UV stucco coatings. Full exterior services coming to Southern Utah.

Not on the list? Call Dallas — we serve additional Utah communities. (801) 518-5030

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10-Year Weather-Tight Guarantee — The Engineering, Not Just the Material.

We warrant the flashing, the moisture barriers, the stucco tie-ins — everything that keeps Utah's weather outside your walls. In writing. For a decade. On every job Dallas touches.

Claim Your Guarantee
Get Your Estimate

Your home
deserves
the master.

Professional inspection. Written scope. Zero pressure. Dallas comes out, looks at everything, and tells you straight what needs doing — and what doesn't.

Or call Dallas directly: (801) 518-5030 · Mon–Sat · Dallas answers personally

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