We removed some of the bricks around our fireplace in our living room . This started as a simple cosmetic update. When we removed the bricks and sheetrock we found evidence of a very old leak. I believe it was from before we moved in 12 years ago. anyway 2 of the 2x4 studs on this outer, load bearing wall we completely rotten, to the point where a section just crumbled. I started to carefully remove them and to replace with new wood. The wall is stucco on the outside with building paper the some type of outdoor sheetrock attached to the studs. The Stucco is in perfect condition with no cracks. However when I was removing the bad studs some of the outdoor sheetrock crumbled and took some of the building paper with it. So I can see straight through to the Stucco. I put up some temporary studs for now while I figure the nest step. I assume there is no way to properly fix it from the inside and still be water proof. So is my only option to have the stucco removed and the wall re-sheath and new building paper and re stuccoed. At that time the framing can be repaired. The section is about 9 ft high by 6 feet wide and its a one story home. I also assume this is not a DIY job I could do on the weekend. Any ideas how much this is going to cost, I am in the SF bay area.
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