Fence and Garden Wall Cleaning in Larkfield

Fence and garden wall cleaning in Larkfield for timber panels, posts, gates and brick boundary walls. Cleaning lifts the green off and, on timber, gets the surface ready to take stain properly. Free quotes.

Why fence panels go green on one side

The shaded side of a fence stays damp for longer after rain, so algae settles there first. That is why one side of a boundary looks fine and the other looks green. It is a surface growth, and it comes off without touching the timber underneath.

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Cleaning before staining, not after

Stain painted over algae and dirt sits on top of it and peels within a season. Cleaned, dried timber lets the stain soak in and hold for years. If you are planning to treat a fence, cleaning it first is what makes the treatment worth doing.

Checking posts while the fence is clean

A clean panel makes it easy to see the state of the posts and gravel boards. Rot starts at ground level where the post stays wet, and it hides under dirt and growth. We flag anything soft or loose we spot so you can deal with it before a gale does.

About us

Fences and boundary walls are usually added on to a patio or driveway job, since the equipment is already set up and it takes a fraction of the time. We clean timber gently, as fence panels are thin and easily furred, and we work along the grain rather than across it.

  • 17 years cleaning Kent driveways and patios

  • Free quotes with no obligation

  • Same day response on enquiries

  • Open from 8am until late most evenings

  • All green waste taken away with us

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will pressure washing damage a fence panel?

Not at the right pressure. Fence timber is thin and soft, so a hard jet held close will raise the grain and can split a panel. We use a wider fan at lower pressure and keep moving along the grain, which takes the green off without chewing the wood.

Can I stain the fence straight after cleaning?

Give it a few dry days first. Timber holds water after washing, and stain applied to damp wood will not soak in or bond properly. Two or three dry days is usually enough, longer in cold weather. Then the stain goes on and stays on.

Do you clean brick garden walls too?

Yes. Brick and block boundary walls clean up well, though older soft brick and lime mortar need a gentler approach than modern brick. We test a low section first. Wall copings and pillar caps get done at the same time.

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