Fence cleaning. Back to the original color.
A dirty fence is the easiest thing to fix in the entire yard. Wood fences go silver-gray from UV and black from mildew; vinyl chalks up and traps spider-web grime; wrought iron picks up rust and irrigation spray. Each material has a right method. None of them involve a 0-degree tip at close range.
Last updated: 2026-04-23
What's included in this service?
- Wood fence restoration (cedar, redwood, pine) with percarbonate cleaner
- Vinyl and PVC fence soft wash
- Wrought iron and metal fence wash with rust spot treatment
- Horizontal board, shadowbox, and stockade styles
- Mildew and algae kill on shaded side of fences
- Pre-stain prep on wood fences (we clean; stainer follows)
- Dog-urine stain lift at corner posts and gate areas
- Spiderweb and wasp-nest removal at post caps
When do you need this service?
- Wood fence has gone silver or has black mildew streaks
- You're planning to stain or paint this season
- Vinyl fence has chalky film or algae on the north-facing side
- Wrought iron has rust bleeding from corners or welds
- Fence is visible from the street and it's dragging the curb appeal
- After a tree-service or landscaping job that left dust and sap
What do homeowners ask about Fence Cleaning?
Will cleaning bring back the wood color?
Mostly. A percarbonate wood cleaner plus a wood brightener in the rinse pulls out the gray UV oxidation and the mildew. What you get is the natural wood tone — not new-lumber pink, but a clean, warm color. If you want it darker or sealed, you stain after we clean.
Should I re-stain after cleaning?
If the fence was stained originally and that stain is failing, yes — clean, let it dry 48–72 hours, then stain. Stain-grade semi-transparent product gives 2 to 4 years of protection in San Diego sun. We can refer a stainer or you can DIY — a Wagner pad applicator handles most residential fences in a weekend.
Can you clean just my side of a shared fence?
Yes, and we do it often. Fence-sharing neighbors sometimes have different schedules or budgets. We'll clean just your side and flag the property line carefully — we don't overspray into the neighbor's yard.
What about vinyl fences that have yellowed?
Yellowing from UV is pigment breakdown — it's not a dirt film and it won't wash off. What does wash off is the gray-green mildew and the chalky oxidation sitting on top. We'll clean what's cleanable and tell you straight what's UV damage.
Where do we offer Fence Cleaning in San Diego County?
We provide fence cleaning in every city and community in San Diego County. Pick your city for local climate notes and service specifics.
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Homeowners who hired us for this
North-facing side of our house was black with streaking. They softwashed the siding and the roof the same morning and left the place looking five years younger. No pressure damage to the stucco, no splatter on the windows. Honest pricing.
Got three quotes. Rinse Pro was the only one to explain the hot-water surface cleaner versus a cold-water wand. You can see the difference in the finish. Driveway looks like it was poured last week.
I was worried about them walking on our clay tile roof. They did the whole thing from the ground with a long soft-wash wand and the black streaks were gone in one visit. Professional, clean, and they showed up when they said they would.
Need fence cleaning in San Diego County?
Call for a free quote. Most work scheduled within the week.