Stucco cracking - How worried should I be?

Settlement cracking observed in the stucco of a Florida home is typically due to the manor in which the home's foundation is constructed. While small cracks are typical, they should be filled and painted by a technician to reduce the risk of potential moisute intrusion within the home.

Cracks larger than 1/16 of an inch require more significant repair and can potentially indicate structural issues are present. Large cracks meeting on a corner, at a window, or in a straight horizontal line should defintiely be further evaluated by a licensed professional.