Bring tired outdoor wood back to life — cleaned, repaired, and sealed with sun- and weather-rated stains built for San Diego.
Deck and fence staining in San Diego typically costs $2 to $5 per square foot. Lifetime Custom Painting power-washes and preps the wood, replaces failed boards, then applies a penetrating stain or sealer rated for San Diego sun and coastal moisture, protecting your deck and fence and keeping them looking rich for years.
Get your free estimate
30 secondsStep 1 of 5
No obligation · Licensed & insured
Every deck & fence staining project is handled by licensed, insured crews with the same prep-first standard, so the result actually lasts.
Deck and fence staining runs $2 to $5 per square foot, so a typical deck lands around $500 to $1,500, and fences are priced by linear foot and height. Stripping an old finish, sanding, and board repair add to the cost. We quote each project fixed after seeing the condition of the wood.
Stain penetrates the wood, shows the grain, wears more gracefully, and is easier to recoat, which makes it ideal for most decks and fences. Paint gives solid color and hides aged wood but can peel underfoot. We'll recommend the right system for your wood and exposure. (See our guide on whether to paint or stain a fence.)
A quality deck stain typically lasts two to four years on walking surfaces and longer on fences and railings, depending on sun and sprinkler exposure. Coastal UV is hard on horizontal surfaces, so we use premium products and thorough prep to stretch the life as far as it will go.
We'll answer in two minutes flat. No call centers, no upsell scripts.
Fixed written quotes — no surprises, no hidden fees. Every estimate is free.
Ranges are typical San Diego County estimates. Your written quote is fixed and free.
Call or request a quote online. We assess the work and give you a fixed written price, usually within one business day.
A free color consultation, a clear scope, and a firm start date. You know exactly what's happening and when.
Licensed crews protect your space, prep every surface, and apply premium coatings with a daily walkthrough.
We clean up completely and walk the job with you. Nothing is done until you're 100% satisfied, guaranteed.
Reviews
Everyone on the team was professional, prompt and responsive. Luis explained the entire process and Mel's follow-through was exceptional. They delivered on the look and feel we wanted, and we would recommend their service to anyone who owns well constructed cabinets but wants to give them a refreshing new life. The original dark cabinets showed all the fingerprints, grease and dust, but the new white finish has stronger enamel protection and is much easier to clean and maintain. And it was way more cost effective than a complete remodel, we are very happy with the results!
I called Lifetime Painting (referred by One Day Door and Closets) and met with Luis within a few days I was happy and excepted their bid. Gabriel and Carlos were wonderful to work with. They were professional, friendly and prompt everyday. I had my popcorn ceiling remove, textured and painted. I could not ask for a better job. They also painted a large living room, hallway and all my doors. Gabriel was very thorough and went above and beyond to make sure everything was done to my satisfaction. Albert replaced all my door handles for me and I appreciated Pablo came to finish all the final little touch ups. I am very happy with their work and would highly recommend them. I hope to use them again.
We are so happy with the work Lifetime Custom Painting did on our home! They painted our interior and part of the exterior, installed new baseboards, replaced the upstairs flooring, installed new vanities/toilets and completely redid our banister. Everything turned out beautiful and the attention to detail was excellent. Pablo, the project manager, was especially great to work with — professional, responsive, and made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Highly recommend!
Straight answers about deck & fence staining in San Diego, from a team that's painted local homes since 2007.
Yes. We replace failed deck boards, fence pickets, and rails as part of prep so the finished result is sound as well as good-looking. Repairs are quoted along with the staining.
Yes. We help you choose from transparent, semi-transparent, and solid stains and can match close to an existing color. Semi-transparent is the most popular for showing grain while adding protection.
Keep sprinklers off the wood where you can, sweep off debris, and plan to recoat high-traffic deck surfaces every couple of years. A quick maintenance coat is far cheaper than letting the wood go gray and split.
Service areas
Lifetime Custom Painting serves homeowners and businesses across San Diego County, from the South Bay (Chula Vista, National City, Imperial Beach) north to Oceanside and east to Alpine. Our crews paint coastal and inland properties every day, so we know exactly how local sun, salt air, and stucco affect the right paint system for your home.
Fixed written quotes, usually within one business day. No pressure, no obligation.
