Deck Cleaning & Staining in Lindsay, ON
Strip the grey. Seal the wood.
Lindsay is where cottage country starts, so some of the decks we clean sit behind in-town houses and others belong to seasonal places that stay empty for weeks. A deck nobody's keeping an eye on goes grey and then starts to splinter. The steps for deck cleaning & staining in Lindsay are the same for both: the grime gets washed off, the grain sanded smooth and a fresh coat of stain laid down to keep water out.
Restaining Decks in Town and at the Cottage
Older homes near the Scugog River sit in damper air than a house on high, open ground, and their decks feel it. Mildew and algae settle into the grain, especially on boards that stay shaded through the afternoon. Boards closest to the house, where the eaves drip, often show it first. A wash at the right pressure lifts the growth without fuzzing the wood, and a light sanding afterward leaves the surface smooth enough for stain to go on evenly.
Cottage decks get it worse. Being near the water keeps them wet longer, and a summer of sun on the open side bleaches the stain unevenly. When nobody's around to sweep off leaves and pollen, the surface stays dirty and holds moisture. Restaining before the old finish fails completely costs much less than full deck refinishing once the stain is peeling everywhere.
Behind Lindsay's bungalows and the newer subdivision homes, most decks just need regular upkeep. A wash and a fresh coat every couple of years keep them from reaching the splinter stage. On a typical 10x12 deck, expect $400 to $800 for the full clean and stain, with railings and stairs adding to that. A new pressure-treated deck also benefits from its first coat once the wood has dried out after construction, usually after a season or so.
Pedro handles deck cleaning, sanding and staining. For how he approaches deck cleaning & staining in general, see our deck cleaning & staining page.
How deck cleaning & staining works
Power wash
First we clean the deck with a pressure washer to get rid of dirt, mildew, old stain residue and surface grime.
Sand
Once the deck has dried, we sand it to knock down raised grain and give the stain a smooth, even base.
Apply stain or sealant
One or two coats of deck stain go on, applied carefully so you don't end up with lap marks or patchy spots.
Dry and inspect
The deck needs 24 to 48 hours to cure. If needed, we come back for a final look.
Deck Cleaning & Staining cost in Lindsay
Deck cleaning on its own (power wash only) starts at $150.
Cleaning plus staining on a standard 10x12 deck usually runs $400 to $800, depending on the deck's condition and the type of stain.
Bigger decks, or decks with railings and stairs, cost more.
Every job gets a free written estimate first, so the price is settled before work starts.
What clients say
Read all reviews →“Pedro was extremely helpful. He came the same day I called and completed the repairs, taking the time to explain the process to me. If I need any other repairs in the future he will be the first person I call!”
“Pedro is awesome. Built a planter box and installed exterior clothes line. Very happy with his work. Great person too.”
Deck Cleaning & Staining in Lindsay: FAQ
Do you offer deck cleaning & staining in Lindsay?
Yes. Lindsay is part of our Kawartha Lakes service area, and we work there from our base in Bowmanville. Call or text (289) 928-5689, or request a free estimate online.
Why is the stain on our deck peeling after only a year or two?
Usually because it went on over a problem. Stain applied over dirty wood, mildew or an old finish that was already failing can't bond properly, so it lifts. Thick coats of a film-forming stain also tend to peel more than penetrating ones. The fix is to strip the loose finish, wash and sand, then start again with a stain that soaks into the wood.
We're only at the cottage on weekends. When should the deck be stained?
Early in the week, if you can. The deck needs 24 to 48 hours to cure before anyone walks on it, and the day it goes on should be above 10°C with no rain in the forecast. A Monday or Tuesday job leaves time for that before you arrive on Friday. Late spring and early fall tend to give the most settled stretches of weather.
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Need deck cleaning & staining in Lindsay?
Call or text Pedro, or ask for a free written estimate online.