Read the fence and quote
Cooper walks the fence line to note the material, the algae and the worst weathering, then quotes the work before setting up. The walk-through sets the method for the material.
Southshore Pressure Washing
Fence Cleaning in River Ridge, Louisiana
Southshore Pressure Washing provides fence cleaning for homes in River Ridge, Louisiana and the Southshore. The service washes algae and gray weathering from wood and vinyl fence lines using a method matched to the material, bringing the grain back and the color even without cutting the surface.
5.0Rated from 17 Google reviews
2024Serving the Southshore since
12Exterior cleaning services
6Communities covered
The basics
What is fence cleaning?
Fence cleaning is the washing of wood, vinyl and chain-link fence lines to remove the algae, mold and gray weathering that build up on panels facing the weather. Left alone, that growth darkens the wood and feeds on the finish, and on vinyl it turns the panels green and streaky. The work is done with a method matched to the material, because wood cuts under a hard stream and vinyl can crack. A clean fence reads even in color and the wood grain comes back. Most fences benefit once the green film and gray weathering become visible, which is often through the humid season.
Fencing is one of the twelve exterior cleaning services on this site. If more than one surface on the property needs work, services are usually combined on a single visit, so it is worth reading the full service list and the communities covered before booking.
Scope
What does fence cleaning cover?
Fence cleaning covers the full fence line: wood privacy panels, vinyl fencing, the posts, the rails and the gate faces. It lifts the green algae that forms on the weather side, the gray weathering on wood, the mold in the joints, and the streaks that run down the posts. The wash is matched to the material, so wood is soft washed and vinyl is rinsed gently. It does not include staining or sealing the wood, repairing broken panels, or resetting leaning posts.
Not sure this is the service the property needs? The services hub explains how to read the surface and choose, and the before and after photos show what a finished wash looks like.
The process
How fencing is carried out
Every job runs in the same order, from the first walk-through to the final review, so there is no guessing about what happens next.
Prep and wash the panels
Delicate areas are masked, and a method matched to the material is applied to the panels, posts and rails. The crew works along the line so sediment moves off the fence rather than back onto it.
Rinse and review
The fence gets a final rinse and a walk-through with the homeowner when they are on site. Any panel that reads streaky is touched up before the crew leaves.
On the day
What happens on the day?
Fence line cleared
Vines, tools and debris are cleared off the fence so the crew can reach every panel.
Method matched to material
Wood is soft washed and vinyl is rinsed gently so neither is cut or cracked.
Posts and rails included
The posts, rails and gate faces are washed with the panels so the line reads even.
Walk-through at the end
A walk-through confirms the fence reads even and the grain is back.
Before the crew arrives
How do I prepare for fence cleaning?
A short list, none of it heavy work. Anything left undone is handled during the walk-through.
Clear vines and debris
Pull vines, tools and debris off the fence so the crew can reach every panel.
Move items off the line
Pull hoses, ladders and bins away from the fence so the crew can work both sides.
Point out fragile panels
Tell the crew about loose or cracked panels so the wash is set for them.
Keep pets away
Keep pets away from the fence line during the wash.
Timing
How long does fence cleaning take?
A typical residential fence line is cleaned in two to four hours, depending on the length of the line and how heavy the algae is. A long wood privacy fence with deep green film takes longer than a short vinyl picket line. The time also changes with whether both sides are included. Dry weather lets the fence dry evenly, while wind pushes the job to another day.
Signs to look for
How do I know I need fence cleaning?
Green film on the weather side
A green film on the side of the fence facing the weather is algae feeding on the panel.
Gray weathering on wood
A gray, tired look on wood fencing is UV and moisture weathering the surface.
Mold in the joints
Dark growth in the joints and nail heads is mold sitting on the fence.
Streaks down the posts
Dark streaks running down the posts are runoff and grime.
Included
What every fencing job includes
- Full line wash of the fence
- Algae and mold removal
- Gray weathering lift from wood
- Post, rail and gate face cleaning
- Method matched to wood or vinyl
- Streak removal from posts
- Walk-through review before crew leaves
Pairs well with
What services pair with fence cleaning?
Soft Washing
Soft washing on the same visit handles the fragile wood panels on the fence.
See this servicePatios
Patio cleaning on the same visit clears the algae that runs off the fence onto the pavers.
See this servicePool Decks
Pool deck cleaning on the same visit clears the algae that runs off the fence onto the deck.
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Why homeowners book fencing here
Rated 5 from 17 Google reviews. The standard the crew holds on every job.
Rated 5 from 17 reviews
Every review on the reviews page is reproduced word for word, in the order it was left.
Google Review
My stucco came out fantastic! We have tried different products before to clean it and nothing seemed to work. I was pleasantly surprised at how great it came out. All the old black and mildew is gone! Will be using this company in future as needed! Thanks, Cooper!
Questions
Fencing questions, answered
Will fence cleaning damage the wood or vinyl?
No, when the method is matched to the material. Wood is soft washed so the grain is not cut, and vinyl is rinsed gently so the panels are not cracked. The walk-through sets the right method for the fence in front of the crew.
Will fence cleaning bring the wood color back?
A wash lifts the gray weathering and algae so the wood grain reads again, and most fences come back to a clean, even color. Fencing that has weathered deeply for years may need a stain after the wash to fully restore the color, and the crew will say so during the walk-through.
Do you stain or seal the fence after cleaning?
No, fence cleaning does not include staining or sealing. A clean fence is easier to stain, but the crew does not apply finish. If you want the fence stained, that is a separate step after the wood dries.
How often should I clean my fence?
Most fences do well with a wash once the green film and gray weathering become visible, which is often through the humid season. Fences facing heavy weather collect algae faster and need it sooner. There is no fixed schedule.
What affects the price of fence cleaning?
The price depends on the length of the line, the material, and how heavy the algae is, and whether both sides are included. Cooper quotes the job after the walk-through so the price reflects the actual work. Call (504) 414-4449 for a quote.
What if it rains on the scheduled day?
Steady rain or high wind pushes the job to another day, because the wash needs dry conditions to work and to let the surfaces dry evenly. If the job is rescheduled, the crew coordinates the next available day so the work stays on track without forcing it into conditions that would undo the work.
Do I need to be home for the work?
You do not have to be home for the wash itself, as long as the crew can reach the surfaces and an outdoor water spigot. Many homeowners prefer to be there for the walk-through at the start and the review at the end, but it is not required.
How long do the results last?
The results last as long as the conditions that caused the growth stay the same. A sun-facing surface holds clean longer than a shaded one, because the sun dries the surface and keeps algae from setting. The wash clears the growth, but the shade and the moisture set when it returns.
Coverage
Where fencing is offered
Fencing is available across River Ridge and the surrounding Southshore communities. Each area below links to its own page.
Keep reading
Fencing across the Southshore
Fencing is offered from River Ridge out through Kenner, Metairie, New Orleans, Lakeview and Harahan. Each link below goes to a page with the detail for that community or service.
Fencing by community
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Questions and guides
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Request a fencing quote
If your fencing is showing the grime this climate lays down, the next step is a walk-through and a straightforward price. Call (504) 414-4449 or send your details through the form and Cooper will get back to you about the job and the schedule. There is no obligation in the quote, and the scope stays honest about what the property needs and what it does not.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (504) 414-4449 or use the contact page.
Book Fencing
One walk-through, one straightforward price, and a wash matched to the surface in front of the crew.