Professional Fence Restoration in Utah
Don't replace a gray, weathered wood fence — restore it. Our two-step process brings tired fencing back to like-new across Salt Lake and Utah County.
Restoration Instead Of Replacement
A new wood fence in the Salt Lake area can run anywhere from $5,000 to $20,000 depending on linear footage, material, and labor. Most homeowners don't realize that a gray, weathered fence often has 10 to 20 years of life left in it — the color change is surface damage, not structural failure, and the wood underneath is usually still sound.
LHS Powerwash uses a targeted two-step chemical restoration process built specifically for wood, not a high-PSI pressure wash that can splinter and permanently raise the wood grain. The result is fencing that looks like it was just milled, at a fraction of the cost of tearing it out and starting over.
We're a locally owned Utah company — not a franchise — and we treat every fence, gate, and property line with the same care we'd want for our own. Explore all of our exterior cleaning services or request a free quote today.
Our Two-Step Fence Restoration Process
Step 1: Sodium Metasilicate — The Deep Cleaner
This high-alkalinity cleaning agent breaks down years of surface buildup — oils, grease, and embedded grime — converting it into a water-soluble substance that rinses cleanly away without attacking the wood itself.
Step 2: Oxalic Acid — The Brightener
After cleaning, oxalic acid neutralizes the iron tannate compounds that cause black and gray discoloration, lifting the staining out of the wood grain and restoring the honey-gold tone hiding underneath years of oxidation.
Why It Works
Gray and black fence staining comes from iron tannates (tannins reacting with nails and screws) and UV oxidation breaking down the wood's natural lignin — both chemical changes, not dirt, and both fully reversible with the right process.
Fence Restoration Results
Why Utah Homeowners Trust LHS Powerwash With Their Fences
Wood-Safe Chemistry, Not High Pressure
We never blast wood at high PSI. Our two-step chemical process cleans and brightens without splintering or raising the grain — protecting the fence you're trying to save.
Licensed & Insured
Professional results and complete peace of mind from quote to completion, from a fully licensed and insured local Utah company.
Sealing & Long-Term Protection
After restoration, we recommend a semi-transparent sealer to guard against hard water minerals, spring rain, and UV exposure — so you're not back here again in three years.
Fence Restoration Across Salt Lake & Utah County
LHS Powerwash provides professional fence restoration throughout the Wasatch Front, including Sandy, Draper, Cottonwood Heights, and Lehi. We also serve HOA communities and commercial properties throughout Salt Lake and Utah County. Request your free quote and we'll get back to you promptly.
Fence Restoration FAQs
How much does fence restoration cost compared to replacement?
Replacement typically runs $5,000-$20,000 depending on linear footage and material. Restoration costs a fraction of that since we're restoring your existing fence rather than tearing it out and rebuilding. We provide free custom quotes for every project.
Is my gray, stained fence actually damaged?
Usually not structurally. Gray and black discoloration comes from iron tannates and UV oxidation — chemical changes to the wood's surface, not rot or structural failure. Most weathered fences have 10 to 20 years of life left in them.
Will pressure washing damage my wood fence?
High-PSI pressure washing can splinter wood and permanently raise the grain. We use a two-step chemical restoration process instead — no high pressure required to get the wood clean and bright.
When is the best time of year to restore a fence in Utah?
Spring. Cooler temperatures let our cleaning agents dwell longer for a deeper clean, access is easier before landscaping fills in, and your fence is sealed and protected before peak summer UV and BBQ season.
Do I need to seal my fence after restoration?
We strongly recommend it. A semi-transparent sealer protects against hard water minerals, rain, and UV exposure that starts the discoloration cycle over again — a restored and sealed fence lasts decades longer than one left unprotected.
Great Options for DIY'ers
Disclosure: The links below are Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, LHS Powerwash earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. These are products we've used ourselves and can personally recommend for homeowners tackling fence restoration on their own.
Simple Green Deck & Fence Cleaner
A more budget-friendly option — does a good job, but not as strong or fast-acting as Wood Wizard.
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