Deck and fence cleaning, staining, and sealing in east DFW

Clean, then stain or seal wood fences, decks, porches, and patios to slow down the Texas sun and rain.

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Wood fences and decks in North Texas take a lot: long, hot summers, hard spring storms, and freeze-thaw swings in winter. Bare wood turns gray, cups, and splits faster than sealed wood. A good stain or sealer slows that down and makes the whole yard look newer.

The order matters. We clean the wood first, let it dry, make small repairs like loose boards or popped nails, and then apply stain or sealer to the dry surface. Stain over dirty or wet wood peels and blotches, so we do not rush the dry time.

Where we do this work

Our home area is east DFW. We do deck and fence clean and seal across these cities, and more of DFW by grouped visit.

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What we do

Common deck and fence clean and seal jobs we handle. Mix and match them, or add other small projects to the same visit.

Fence cleaning and staining

Wash, dry, and stain or seal one or both sides of a wood fence.

Deck clean and seal

Deck boards, rails, and steps cleaned and sealed or stained.

Porches and wood patios

Covered porches and wood patio areas refreshed.

Rails, steps, and lattice

Railings, stair treads, and lattice panels cleaned and coated along with the main surface.

Small fixes first

Loose boards re-fastened and popped nails set before stain goes on.

Color choices

Clear, semi-transparent, and solid stains; we help you pick one that suits the wood.

Free quote for deck and fence clean and seal

Every job is quoted before anything is scheduled. Send your list and a few photos and we reply with a clear price and the next open times.

Use the contact page or email photos to hello@roundtheclockhandyman.com
Include your ZIP, a short note on each item, and a wide and close photo of each spot
Prefer to talk it through? Call (682) 297-2467
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What we bring and what you provide

So the visit goes smoothly and nobody waits on a missing part.

We bring

Washing equipment and wood cleaner for prep
Sprayers, brushes, and rollers for stain or sealer
Masking and plastic to protect siding, plants, and concrete
Fasteners to re-secure loose boards before staining
If you have an HOA, we can give you the drawings, materials and color details for your HOA application.

You provide

Your stain choice, or a decision after we bring samples
Plants and vines trimmed back from the fence or deck
Sprinklers off near the work area before and after
Your neighbor's OK if we stain their side of a shared fence

How it works

Four steps from first call to finished job.

1
Tell us the job
Call, or send your list and photos through the contact page or by email. Include your ZIP.
2
Get a free quote
We reply with a clear price, or tell you up front if we need to see it in person first.
3
Pick a time
We work by appointment. We confirm the day and what to have ready.
4
We do the work
We finish the agreed list, test what we installed, and clean up before we leave.

What affects the cost

Fence length and height. Fences are priced by linear foot, and a six-foot fence has twice the face of a three-foot one.
One side or both. Staining both sides of a fence roughly doubles the work, and the neighbor's side needs their OK.
Wood condition. Gray, weathered wood soaks up more product and may need an extra cleaning step.
Stain type. Solid stains cover more but cost more; clear sealers cost less but fade faster.
Plants and access. Shrubs, vines, and tight side yards take more masking and time.

How to prepare

Trim back plants and vines from the fence or deck if you can.
Move furniture, planters, and grills off the deck.
Make sure an outdoor faucet works.
Pick a stain color, or ask us to bring a few samples.
Let your neighbor know if we are working on a shared fence.
Keep sprinklers off the work area for a couple of days before and after.

What is not included

Building new decks
Structural deck repairs (joists, beams, footings)
Painting siding or trim
Stain work on the neighbor's side without their consent

Texas and DFW notes

Stain and the weather

Most stain makers want the wood dry and temperatures in a set range, with no rain for a day or more after. In North Texas that usually means spring and fall, or early mornings in summer. We schedule around the forecast.

Cedar and pine fences

Most east DFW fences are cedar or pine pickets. Cedar takes semi-transparent stain well. Pine often looks better with a more solid color.

Shared fences

Many fences sit on the property line. You can stain your side; the neighbor's side needs their OK.

Common questions

How long before I can use the deck again?

It depends on the product, but plan on keeping foot traffic off for about a day and furniture off for longer. We give you the times for the product we use.

Do you stain both sides of the fence?

We can, with your neighbor's OK for their side.

How often should I re-stain?

Many fences and decks in Texas need a fresh coat every two to three years, depending on sun and the stain used.

What if it rains?

We reschedule. Stain on damp wood does not hold up.

Can you replace a few bad boards first?

Yes. Small repairs before staining are common. See fence install and repair.

Do you build new decks?

No. We clean, seal, and make small repairs to existing decks.

Related services

Often booked in the same visit.

All services

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Call or send photos for a free quote. We confirm the price before any work starts.

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