How much does it cost to stain a cedar fence per linear foot in New Brunswick?
How much does it cost to stain a cedar fence per linear foot in New Brunswick?
Professional fence staining in New Brunswick costs $5-12 per linear foot for a standard cedar fence, making a typical 150-foot fence run $750-1,800 depending on the condition of the wood, the product used, and whether both sides are stained.
What drives the price variation is primarily condition and scope. A new cedar fence or one in good condition that just needs a light cleaning and one coat of fresh stain is at the lower end — $5-7/linear foot. A fence that has been neglected for several years, with grey weathered wood and green algae, requires pressure washing, wood brightener treatment, and possibly two coats of stain — that pushes toward $8-12/linear foot.
One versus two sides is an important clarifying question when getting quotes. Single-side staining is standard, but staining both sides produces better protection. Expect roughly a 50-65% premium for staining both sides.
Stain product choice significantly affects both price and longevity. A semi-transparent penetrating stain ($45-70/gallon) lets the cedar grain show through and needs reapplication every 2-3 years in New Brunswick’s climate. A solid-body stain ($50-75/gallon) hides the grain but lasts 4-6 years. For most NB homeowners with cedar fencing, a semi-transparent penetrating stain is the better long-term choice.
NB’s short outdoor season matters for fence staining. The ideal window is mid-May through mid-September. New cedar should be allowed to weather for 3-6 months before first staining.
For DIYers, fence staining is a realistic weekend project with a pump garden sprayer. A 150-foot fence uses roughly 3-4 gallons of semi-transparent stain on one side. Material cost runs $150-280, making DIY a genuine money-saver compared to the $750-1,800 professional price.
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