San Diego County's Trusted Fence Experts Since 2002
Protect & Beautify
Your Fence
Professional fence staining, painting, and restoration trusted by 1,667+ homeowners and 9 leading fence companies across San Diego County.
Our Specialties
What We Do Best
From brand-new fences to fire-rated steel and aging decks — we bring out the best in every surface.
New Fence Pre-Staining
Stain right after install for the deepest protection and most vibrant, long-lasting color. The single best investment for a new wood fence.
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MWF Steel Fence Painting
Any Benjamin Moore color on MWF modular steel fences. Zone Zero fire-resistant coatings available for California fire-risk areas.
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Deck Staining & Restoration
Bring a weathered, graying deck back to life. A freshly stained deck transforms the entire feel of your outdoor living space.
Learn MoreWe offer 10 services total including Fence Painting, Staining, Restoration, Pressure Washing, Electrostatic Spraying, Roof Rejuvenation & Concrete Sealing.
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Pre-Stain Your New Fence Before It's Too Late
A brand new wood fence is at its most vulnerable — raw, unprotected wood soaks up moisture, UV rays, and coastal salt air from day one. Pre-staining before the first rain is the single best thing you can do to preserve the natural beauty of your fence.
We work directly with fence installation companies across San Diego County to stain new fences right after they're built — while the wood is clean, dry, and ready to absorb.
See Our Work
Watch How We Work
See our professional process in action — from wood fence staining to metal fence painting. We believe in transparency and quality at every step.
Tom Sawyer Fence Painting — Company Intro
Meet the Tom Sawyer team. See who we are, how we work, and why San Diego homeowners and fence companies have trusted us since 2002.
How Tom Sawyer Paints Metal
See our electrostatic and HVLP spray process for iron and steel fences — a smooth, durable finish that lasts years longer than brush-and-roll.
Wood Fence Painting Process
A full walkthrough of our wood fence painting workflow: prep, cleaning, application, and quality check from start to finish.
Professional Fleet
We Show Up Ready to Work
When you book with Tom Sawyer, you'll see our fully-wrapped Ford Transit pull up — stocked with professional-grade equipment, premium Behr and Stain & Seal Supply products, and everything needed to get the job done right the first time.
Our branded truck is a familiar sight in neighborhoods across San Diego County. It's a sign that a licensed, insured professional is on the job — not a handyman with a brush.
Who We Are
San Diego's Most Trusted Fence Specialists
Tom Sawyer Fence Painting has been the go-to fence painting and staining specialist in San Diego County since 2002. Founded on a simple promise — show up on time, do the job right, and stand behind our work — we've built a reputation that speaks for itself.
Our team is led by Joel, a licensed contractor with over two decades of experience in the unique challenges of San Diego's coastal climate. We're trusted by 9 of the county's leading fence installation companies to handle all their staining and painting referrals.
How It Works
Our Simple Process
Free Estimate
Call or submit our form. We'll schedule a free, no-obligation on-site estimate within 24 hours.
Custom Proposal
We assess your fence type, condition, and goals to recommend the right products and approach.
Professional Work
Our crew arrives on time with professional equipment, protective drop cloths, and premium materials.
Final Walkthrough
We do a thorough walkthrough with you to ensure you're 100% satisfied before we leave.
Client Reviews
What Our Customers Say
"Joel and his crew just finished a very big wrought-iron fence refurb for me, and it was complicated by both the terrain and the surrounding plants. They were so careful, and did such a great job under tough circumstances."
"Joel was very professional in all aspects of the transaction, from the initial call back time to the final receipt of payment. The quality of work was top notch. It was a pleasure working with Joel."
"We had our wood fence stained and it looks absolutely beautiful. The crew was on time, clean, and professional. The price was fair and the result exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend!"
Industry Trust
Trusted by 9 Leading Fence Companies
San Diego's top fence builders recommend us to their customers for staining and painting.
Service Area
Serving All of San Diego County
From the coast to the inland valleys, we serve homeowners and businesses throughout San Diego County. If you're not sure whether we cover your area, give us a call — we likely do.
+ All surrounding San Diego County communities
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