List the damaged areas
Mark cracks, missing patches, loose material, and old repairs you want assessed. A quote for painting the exterior does not tell you which stucco repairs are included.
Make preparation explicit
Ask what will be removed, repaired, or prepared before painting. Confirm protection around windows, paths, plants, and other adjacent surfaces. Work discovered after preparation starts should have an agreed approval process.
Define the finish area
Clarify whether the quote finishes a patch, one wall, or the whole exterior. Ask which coating or paint is proposed and why it fits the assessed surface. Product choices and warranty terms belong in the actual contractor proposal.
Include these details
- Photos and approximate size of each damaged area
- Whether one wall or the whole exterior will be painted
- Previous patching or coating work you know about
- Access restrictions and preferred timing
A useful quote distinguishes preparation, stucco repair, and the final paint finish.