Short answer: a typical stucco repair or partial replacement in Tampa costs about $476 to $2,041, with an average of $1,258, according to Angi (August 2026). Traditional cement stucco runs $10 to $35 per square foot to repair in Tampa. A simple crack repair is about $255 to $810; water damage repair, where the stucco comes off so the wall behind it can be fixed, is about $1,010 to $3,030.
These are typical ranges, not quotes. How big the damaged area is, and what's behind the stucco, move the price more than anything else.
How much does it cost to repair stucco?
| Repair | Typical cost | Scope | Do it yourself? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crack repair | $255–$810 | Tampa (Angi, Aug. 2026) | Some of it: cracks up to about 1/2 inch with exterior caulk (see our DIY guide) |
| Hole or puncture repair | $305–$910 | Tampa (Angi) | Some of it: small holes around pipes and fixtures |
| Typical repair or partial replacement | $476–$2,041, average $1,258 | Tampa (Angi) | No: matching and bonding new stucco takes a pro |
| Buckling repair | $810–$2,530 | Tampa (Angi) | No |
| Water damage repair | $1,010–$3,030 | Tampa (Angi) | No |
| Full resurfacing | $3,030–$8,080 | Tampa (Angi) | No |
Stucco repair cost per square foot
Angi puts Tampa repairs at $10 to $35 per square foot for traditional cement stucco and $15 to $55 per square foot for synthetic stucco (EIFS). By the size of the repair, its Tampa figures are:
| Area | Typical cost (Tampa) |
|---|---|
| 1–10 sq ft | $255–$910 |
| 11–50 sq ft | $910–$2,530 |
| 51–200 sq ft | $2,530–$6,060 |
| More than 200 sq ft | $6,060–$12,200 |
Stucco water damage repair cost
When water has gotten behind stucco, the repair usually means removing the stucco, fixing what's behind it and re-stuccoing. Angi's Tampa range for water damage repair is $1,010 to $3,030, and it lists structural repair of the wall or framing behind the stucco at $505 to $5,050. HomeGuide's national figures put severe water damage repairs at $60 to $120 per square foot, and fixing water damage generally at $1,000 to $4,000. If the wood behind it has rotted, our wood rot repair price guide covers that part.
Stucco inspection and moisture testing cost
Angi's national figures (July 2026): a stucco inspection averages $850, usually $500 to $1,500; a visual inspection is $400 to $600, and one with moisture probes, which can be invasive, is $600 to $1,500. HomeGuide puts an invasive probe inspection, where small holes are drilled for probes, at $500 to $1,000 nationally. We couldn't find Florida figures for inspections.
Cost to re-stucco a house
Angi's Tampa page puts the cost to stucco a house at $5 to $10 per square foot, with most homeowners spending $2,270 to $6,333 (July 2026). Its national page says full replacement or re-stuccoing an entire home can cost $8,000 to $20,000 or more. HomeGuide's national figure to remove old stucco and re-stucco is $8 to $21 per square foot. Ranges for whole-house work vary widely between sources, so get a site visit.
Add-ons
| Add-on | Typical cost (Tampa, Angi) |
|---|---|
| Painting after the repair | $205–$810 |
| Waterproofing | $505–$2,020 |
| Texture matching | $155–$610 |
| Debris removal | $55–$205 |
| Permits and inspections | $55–$305 |
HomeGuide's national range for painting a whole stucco house is $2,400 to $8,100. The Florida Division of Emergency Management's Hurricane Retrofit Guide says elastomeric paints are generally not recommended because, unless installed perfectly, they can bubble and trap water.
What drives the price
- Size of the damaged area, and whether it's one crack or a whole wall.
- What's behind the stucco: sound block, or wet sheathing and framing.
- Matching texture and color so the patch doesn't show.
- Access: second-story walls need ladders or scaffolding.
- Stucco type: synthetic EIFS costs more per foot than cement stucco in Angi's Tampa figures.
- Permits, where the city requires them.
Permits in Pinellas County
Rules differ by city. Dunedin lists "Replacing, repairing, or installing siding, soffit, fascia, stucco over frame" among post-storm repairs that need a permit. Pinellas County lists stucco among possible examples for the new under-$7,500 permit exemption in unincorporated areas, which doesn't apply in flood hazard areas or to structural work (s. 553.79(1)(g), Fla. Stat.). St. Petersburg treats siding as structural for its exemption form. Ask your building department before work starts.
Florida law lists "stuccoing" among job scopes local governments may not require a license for (s. 489.117(4)(a)1., Fla. Stat.); that limits local licensing, and the state now has a certified plaster and lath specialty, so check with DBPR for your job. Either way, repairs to the structural wall behind the stucco are a general, building or residential contractor's responsibility (s. 489.113(3)(a)).
Frequently asked questions
How much does stucco repair cost per square foot?
In Tampa, Angi puts traditional cement stucco repair at $10 to $35 per square foot and synthetic EIFS at $15 to $55 per square foot (August 2026).
How much does it cost to repair stucco cracks?
Angi's Tampa range for a simple crack repair is $255 to $810. Small cracks up to about 1/2 inch can often be sealed yourself with exterior caulk, according to Florida's Hurricane Retrofit Guide.
How much does stucco water damage repair cost?
Angi puts water damage repair at $1,010 to $3,030 in Tampa. HomeGuide's national figures for severe water damage are $60 to $120 per square foot.
How much does a stucco inspection cost?
Angi's national average is $850, usually $500 to $1,500; inspections with moisture probes run $600 to $1,500.
Sources
- Angi, "How Much Does Stucco Repair Cost in Tampa, FL?" (updated Aug. 7, 2026)
- Angi, cost to stucco a house in Tampa (updated July 10, 2026)
- Angi, stucco repair cost (national, updated Sept. 1, 2026)
- Angi, stucco inspection cost (national, updated July 9, 2026)
- HomeGuide, stucco repair cost (Feb. 9, 2026)
- HomeGuide, cost to stucco a house (Aug. 9, 2023)
- HomeGuide, cost to paint a stucco house (Oct. 10, 2023)
- Florida Division of Emergency Management: Hurricane Retrofit Guide, "Water Leaks Through Walls" (PDF)
- City of Dunedin: Storm recovery permitting FAQs (PDF)
- Pinellas County: Permit exemptions for work under $7,500
- City of St. Petersburg: Building permits
- Florida Statutes s. 553.79 (2026)
- Florida Statutes s. 489.117 (2026)
- Florida Statutes s. 489.113 (2026)
These ranges come from the published sources listed above (Tampa Bay, Florida or national, as marked). They aren't PHRS prices or quotes. Every home is different, so we price each job after seeing it. Ask for a free estimate.
General information, not legal, insurance or engineering advice. Rules change and vary by city; confirm with your building department, DBPR, your insurer, an attorney or an engineer as fits.