Fence pressure washing: what to charge (or expect to pay)
The typical US rate for fence pressure washing is $0.30 – $0.50 per square foot, adjusted for soil level. Below: how the price is built, what pushes it up or down, and how to quote it line by line.
Typical price range
| Soil level | Multiplier | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|
| Light (maintenance clean) | ×1.00 | $0.30 – $0.50/sq ft |
| Medium (typical job) | ×1.15 | $0.34 – $0.57/sq ft |
| Heavy (algae, neglect) | ×1.35 | $0.41 – $0.68/sq ft |
What moves a fence price
Fences are slow per square foot: pickets, posts and shadow lines mean constant wand work, and both sides usually need cleaning. Some contractors quote fences per linear foot instead ($1–$3 per linear ft for a standard 6 ft fence), which is the same math in different units. Wood privacy fences with mildew on the shaded side are classic heavy-soil jobs.
Quoting it in writing
WashQuote prices fence pressure washing by square footage with the soil factor built in, applies your minimum job charge automatically, and exports a professional PDF quote while you are still on the customer's driveway. Free, no account, nothing leaves your phone.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to pressure wash a fence?
$0.30–$0.50 per sq ft, or $1–$3 per linear foot for a standard 6 ft privacy fence, depending on soil and whether both sides are cleaned.
Do you clean both sides of a fence?
Usually yes when access allows — mildew shows through and the neighbor's side ages yours. Clarify access and include both sides in the quote.