It can, yes. Sandy soil shifts more than denser soil types, and that movement transfers stress to exterior walls, which is why you often see diagonal cracks near window and door corners on older Lutz homes. A repair that doesn't account for ongoing soil movement may crack again within a few years, so it's worth making sure the cause of the cracking is addressed and not just the surface appearance.

Algae growth on its own is mostly a surface concern, but it often signals that moisture is sitting on or near the stucco longer than it should be. If the staining is accompanied by soft spots, bubbling, or areas where the surface feels hollow when tapped, that's a sign water has already worked its way behind the finish coat. Getting a close look at those areas sooner rather than later can tell you whether you're dealing with a cleaning job or a repair.

Stucco needs adequate time to cure before it gets saturated with rain, and Lutz's rainy season runs roughly from June through September with near-daily afternoon storms. Repairs done during that window can cure unevenly or trap moisture if they get hit with heavy rain before the material has set. Scheduling work in the drier stretch between late fall and early spring gives repairs the best chance to bond correctly and last.