Graffiti Removal
in Dacula, GA
Graffiti and vandalism can damage your property's reputation overnight. We remove spray paint, marker, and other vandalism from brick, concrete, metal, stucco, and wood - fast and without damaging the underlying surface.
You come into work on a Monday morning, and there it is - spray paint on the side of your building, tags on your fence, or marker scrawled across your monument sign. It is frustrating, it looks terrible, and it sends the wrong message to your customers, tenants, and neighbors. The longer graffiti stays up, the more it invites additional vandalism. Studies show that graffiti left untouched leads to more graffiti, more property damage, and a general decline in the surrounding area's appearance.
At Kidd's ProWash, we provide fast graffiti removal for commercial properties, HOA communities, apartment complexes, and residential homes across Dacula, Lawrenceville, Buford, Auburn, Grayson, Suwanee, Duluth, and Snellville. Chase built this company five years ago on the idea that people matter more than profits, and that includes helping our neighbors deal with frustrating situations like vandalism. We get to your property quickly, remove the graffiti safely, and leave the surface looking clean.
Why Fast Graffiti Removal Matters
It Attracts More Graffiti
Vandals are more likely to tag a surface that already has graffiti on it. Clean walls discourage vandalism. Tagged walls invite more of it. The faster you remove graffiti, the less likely you are to get hit again.
Paint Bonds Over Time
Fresh spray paint is much easier to remove than paint that has been sitting for weeks or months. Sun, heat, and moisture all cause the paint to bond more deeply into the surface material. In the Georgia heat, this happens faster than in cooler climates.
Customer & Tenant Perception
Graffiti on a commercial building signals neglect. It tells customers and tenants that the property is not being maintained, which affects foot traffic, lease renewals, and property value.
Property Value
Uncleaned graffiti drags down property values - not just for the tagged property, but for the surrounding businesses and homes too. A quick cleanup shows that you care about your property and your community.
What Surfaces Can We Clean Graffiti From?
Every surface reacts differently to graffiti and requires a different removal approach. We handle all of the common commercial and residential surfaces found in Gwinnett County:
Brick
Porous texture absorbs spray paint quickly. We use specialized chemical strippers designed for masonry that penetrate the brick pores and lift the paint without damaging the brick or mortar joints.
Concrete & Block
We treat concrete surfaces with paint strippers, allow proper dwell time, and then surface clean or pressure wash to remove the graffiti. For smooth-finished concrete, results are typically excellent.
Metal
Metal surfaces are non-porous, so paint sits on the surface rather than absorbing into it. We use appropriate solvents and gentle techniques without scratching the metal finish or existing paint or powder coating.
Stucco & EIFS
Stucco is very porous with a textured surface that traps paint in every groove. Graffiti removal requires careful chemical application and controlled pressure to avoid damaging the finish.
Wood
Wood is porous and absorbs paint deeply. We use wood-safe strippers and controlled pressure. On painted wood, we can typically match the removal to blend seamlessly with the existing paint.
Vinyl, Plastic & Painted Surfaces
Smooth, non-porous surfaces make removal relatively straightforward. For graffiti over existing paint, we use products designed to remove the graffiti without damaging the underlying paint layer.
Our Graffiti Removal Process
Every graffiti situation is a little different, but here is the general process we follow:
Assessment
We evaluate the surface material, the type of graffiti (spray paint, marker, etching, sticker, etc.), how long it has been there, and the condition of the underlying surface. This tells us which products and methods to use.
Test Area
Before we treat the full area, we test our removal product on a small, inconspicuous section of the surface. This confirms that the product will remove the graffiti effectively without damaging the underlying material.
Chemical Application
We apply the appropriate graffiti removal product to the affected area. We use professional-grade strippers, not off-the-shelf products, because they work faster and more effectively.
Dwell Time
The chemical needs time to break the bond between the paint and the surface. This can range from a few minutes to an hour depending on the product, the surface, and the type of paint.
Removal
We remove the loosened paint using pressure washing, surface cleaning, or manual scrubbing depending on the surface type. Delicate surfaces get gentle treatment. Hard surfaces like concrete and brick can handle more aggressive cleaning.
Second Pass If Needed
Some graffiti requires a second round of chemical treatment and removal, especially on porous surfaces where paint has deeply penetrated. We repeat the process until the graffiti is fully removed or reduced to the greatest extent possible.
Final Wash
We wash the entire area - not just the graffiti spot - so there is not a clean patch surrounded by a dirty wall. Blending the cleaned area with the surrounding surface makes the removal invisible.
Types of Graffiti We Remove
Not all graffiti is the same. Here are the types of vandalism we handle:
Anti-Graffiti Coatings
After we remove graffiti from your property, you might want to take steps to prevent it from being a problem again. We can apply anti-graffiti coatings to surfaces that are at risk of being tagged. These coatings create a barrier between the surface material and any future paint or marker. If the surface gets tagged again, the graffiti sits on top of the coating rather than bonding to the surface itself, which makes future removal much faster and cheaper.
Sacrificial Coatings
Removed along with the graffiti and need to be reapplied after each cleaning. Less expensive upfront and work well for surfaces that are tagged infrequently.
Permanent Coatings
Stay on the surface even after graffiti removal. Cost more upfront but do not need to be reapplied, making them more cost-effective for surfaces that are tagged repeatedly.
We can recommend the right coating for your situation based on the surface material, the location, and the likelihood of future vandalism.
Who Needs Graffiti Removal?
Graffiti can show up anywhere, but certain properties and locations are more likely targets:
Why Kidd's ProWash for Graffiti Removal
Chase Kidd grew up in construction, worked as a software engineer at GM, and then started Kidd's ProWash because he wanted to build something meaningful in his own community. He lives in Dacula with his family, and he takes it personally when local businesses and neighborhoods are affected by vandalism. Our motto is "people over profits," and graffiti removal is a service where that really shows - we respond quickly because we know how much it matters to get the vandalism off your property.
We carry full commercial insurance and provide certificates of insurance for property managers and commercial clients. We work with businesses, HOAs, apartment communities, and homeowners across Dacula, Lawrenceville, Buford, Auburn, Grayson, Suwanee, Duluth, and Snellville. We know the area, we know the surfaces, and we have the right products and equipment to handle any graffiti situation.
Tip: Document the vandalism and file a police report before the graffiti is removed, especially if you plan to file an insurance claim. Take photos, note the date, and contact local law enforcement. Once documented, we can proceed with removal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing depends on the size of the affected area, the surface material, and the type of graffiti. Small tags on smooth surfaces might start around $150. Larger areas on porous surfaces like brick or stucco cost more due to the additional chemical treatment required. We provide free quotes and can often give a ballpark over the phone based on photos.
We treat graffiti removal as a priority because speed matters. In most cases, we can be at your property within 24 to 48 hours of your call. For urgent situations, we do our best to respond same-day.
On non-porous surfaces like metal and glass, the graffiti typically comes off completely with no shadow. On porous surfaces like brick, concrete, and stucco, there may be a faint shadow if the paint has been on the surface for a long time or has deeply penetrated the material. We minimize this as much as possible, and in most cases the result is either invisible or barely noticeable.
It is a good idea to document the vandalism and file a report before the graffiti is removed, especially if you plan to file an insurance claim. Take photos of the graffiti, note the date you found it, and contact local law enforcement. Once you have documented it, we can proceed with the removal.
Get Fast Graffiti Removal
Do not let vandalism define your property. The faster it comes off, the better. Reach out to us right now for a quick response. Send us photos of the graffiti and we can often give you a quote within minutes. We will get to your property fast and take care of it so you can get back to what matters.
See all of our pressure washing services to learn what else Kidd's ProWash can do for your property. From graffiti removal to building washing to full commercial exterior cleaning, we are here for businesses and communities across Gwinnett County.
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