Hurst is dense residential, and the established neighborhoods around the HEB corridor have cedar fences with mature tree canopy covering much of the fence line. That canopy keeps properties cool and attractive, but it keeps fence boards damp and creates ideal conditions for mildew to embed deep into the grain. Black streaking and soft green algae on cedar are common throughout Hurst's shaded neighborhoods, and they can't be painted over. They have to be cleaned out before stain goes on. Stephen McPherson handles every Hurst job himself.
Why Hurst Fences Need Regular Staining
- Dense neighborhood canopy in Hurst means extended moisture contact on fence boards. Shaded cedar that stays damp through the morning hours develops mildew faster than any other fence type in DFW.
- Established cedar fences in Hurst's older residential areas have gone through multiple stain cycles or, in many cases, have been left bare for years. Fences in the latter category have embedded mildew that needs extraction before restaining works.
- The HEB corridor neighborhoods have consistent lot sizes with typical 150-200 foot backyard fences. These fences are cost-effective to maintain and expensive to replace without maintenance.
- Shaded fence sections develop uneven color, with sun-exposed boards fading gray and shaded boards going dark with mildew. Cleaning and restaining restores the fence to a consistent color across the full run.
Our Fence Staining Process in Hurst
- Inspect the fence for rot, soft boards, and loose posts. Shaded sections get a close look at the base boards where mildew concentrates and moisture sits longest.
- Soft-wash at 500-1,000 PSI to remove embedded algae, mildew, and gray residue. Heavy mildew from dense canopy coverage benefits from hot water at 160-200 degrees F for full extraction from the grain.
- Let the fence dry 24-48 hours. Shaded sections hold moisture longer, and we allow for that in the drying window. No shortcuts.
- Apply penetrating semi-transparent stain to both faces of every board. Shaded sections need the stain's mildew inhibitors on both surfaces.
- Walk the fence line with you for sign-off.
Fence Staining Pricing in Hurst
Most Hurst fences run 150-200 linear feet. At 150 feet, pricing is $375-$550. At 200 feet, $500-$700. If board replacement is needed alongside staining, we quote that separately before work begins. Per-foot pricing is $2.50-$3.50 based on height and condition.
Nearby Cities We Also Serve for Fence Staining
- Fence Staining Euless
- Fence Staining Bedford
- Fence Staining North Richland Hills
- Fence Staining Haltom City
Get a Free Fence Staining Quote in Hurst
Call Stephen at (945) 275-8031 or request a quote online. CARE is BBB A+ rated, $2M insured, and has earned 4.9 stars across 500-plus jobs. Mildew-heavy fences are a routine situation for us in Hurst.
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