Metal Shop Guide

20 shops · Calgary and area

Sandblasting and rust removal in Calgary

Sandblasting and rust removal in Calgary and area. Posted blasting rates, minimum charges and what to send.

  • 20shops listed
  • 6list a certification
  • 7take small jobs

20 shops

Master Blaster

Calgary 7 km

  • Sandblasting
  • Industrial painting

Mobile abrasive blasting and surface preparation for industrial equipment, vehicles and residential projects, with protective coatings available through a partner.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Dustless Blasting system
Jobs
Takes small jobsComes to you
2 services View shop

Just Blast It

Calgary 8 km

  • Sandblasting

Mobile mediablasting removes rust and paint from metal equipment and structures for construction clients and homeowners.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Takes small jobsComes to you
Since 2007 View shop

Consolidated Compressor

Calgary 11 km

  • Sandblasting

Self-service sandblasting facilities with outdoor stations and glass beading cabinets for customers in Calgary.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
glass beading cabinets
Jobs
Not listed yet
Since 1972 View shop

Bodnar Steel Fabricators

Calgary 15 km

  • Metal fabrication
  • Structural steel
  • Railings and stairs
  • +6

Industrial steel fabrication, drafting, welding, blasting and painting for energy, agricultural and industrial projects.

Certs
CWB W47.1CWB W47.2
Equipment
CNC Plasma CuttingCNC Hydraulic Brake+3
Jobs
Takes small jobsCan help with drawings
Since 1985 View shop

Elite Machining

Calgary 9 km

  • Machining
  • Tool and die
  • Heat treating
  • +2

Precision parts and assemblies using CNC milling, turning, gun drilling and EDM for oil and gas, automotive, aerospace and medical customers.

Certs
ISO 9001
Equipment
5 simultaneous axis Lathes3 simultaneous axis Lathes+6
Jobs
Prototypes
Since 1987 View shop

East Lake Manufacturing

Airdrie 28 km

  • Metal fabrication
  • Welding
  • Laser and plasma cutting
  • +3

Custom metal fabrication, welding, cutting, forming, powder coating and abrasive blasting for industrial projects, pipe supports and personal items.

Certs
CWB W47.1
Equipment
Miller PerformArc Robotic Welding cellHigh Definition CNC Cutting Table+6
Jobs
Takes small jobsCan help with drawings
6 services View shop

Allied Metal

Calgary 6 km

  • Metal fabrication
  • Sheet metal
  • Laser and plasma cutting
  • +7

Custom sheet metal fabrication with design assistance, cutting, forming, welding and powder coating for prototypes and production runs.

Certs
ISO 9001
Equipment
Amada HDS 8025Amada FBDIII 12+3
Jobs
Takes small jobsPrototypes
10 services View shop

Furlong Steel Industries

Calgary 12 km

  • Metal fabrication
  • Structural steel
  • Welding
  • +3

Structural steel and pressure pipe fabrication, industrial painting, sandblasting and package assembly for energy, construction and agricultural projects.

Certs
CWB W47.1
Equipment
Plasma table65 ton Iron Worker+1
Jobs
Not listed yet
Since 2006 View shop

Edge Metalworks

Calgary 5 km

  • Machining
  • Metal fabrication
  • Welding
  • +5

Machining, fabrication and welding of components for construction, food processing, oil and gas, and aviation.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Hyundai WIA 5th Axis CNC MillOkuma ES v4020 CNC Mill+4
Jobs
Prototypes
8 services View shop

Ensteel Industries

Calgary 11 km

  • Metal fabrication
  • Structural steel
  • Welding
  • +5

Custom steel fabrication and processing for industrial, commercial and residential projects, from one-off parts to production runs.

Certs
CWB W47.1
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Takes small jobsProduction runs
8 services View shop
  • Powder coating
  • Sandblasting
  • Industrial painting

Powder coating, media blasting and epoxy finishing for industrial components, architectural metalwork, automotive parts and personal projects.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Nordson Surecoat® powder guns
Jobs
Takes small jobsProduction runs
Since 1989 View shop

Moss Fabrication

Calgary 12 km

  • Metal fabrication
  • Sheet metal
  • Sandblasting
  • +1

Custom pressure vessels, piping and skid fabrication for oil and gas operations, with drafting, sheet metal work, sandblasting and painting.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Can help with drawings
Since 1983 View shop
  • Industrial painting
  • Metal fabrication
  • Repair and rebuilds
  • +5

Industrial painting, sandblasting, custom metal fabrication and repair for truck bodies, trailers and oilfield equipment.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
12′ brake and sheartruck booth+1
Jobs
Not listed yet
8 services View shop

Rostel Industries

Calgary 11 km

  • Machining
  • Metal fabrication
  • Welding
  • +3

Machining, welding, fabrication, equipment repairs, sandblasting and industrial coatings for oilfield and other industrial customers.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
bridge cranesmetal band saws
Jobs
Can help with drawings
6 services View shop
  • Metal fabrication
  • Structural steel
  • Railings and stairs
  • +5

Custom metal buildings, structural skids, platforms, stairs and flashings for oil and gas, industrial and commercial customers.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Comes to you
Since 2005 View shop

Powder Works

Calgary 5 km

  • Powder coating
  • Industrial painting
  • Polishing
  • +1

Custom powder coating, ceramic coatings, wheel polishing and media blasting for automotive refinishing.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Not listed yet
4 services View shop

Pro Coat Coatings

Calgary 12 km

  • Industrial painting
  • Sandblasting

Shop and mobile industrial painting and abrasive blasting for structural steel, vessels, piping, tanks, oilfield equipment, signs and public art.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
mobile abrasive blast units
Jobs
Comes to you
Since 1990 View shop

Guard Coatings

Calgary 9 km

  • Powder coating
  • Industrial painting
  • Sandblasting

Powder coating, ceramic coating and surface preparation for automotive parts, industrial equipment, electronics and architectural metal.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Not listed yet
3 services View shop

Tri-Coat

Okotoks 37 km

  • Powder coating
  • Industrial painting
  • Sandblasting

Powder coating, Cerakote and media blasting for automotive, aviation, and oil and gas applications.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Not listed yet
3 services View shop

BadAss Custom Coatings

Cochrane 31 km

  • Powder coating
  • Industrial painting
  • Sandblasting

Powder coating, ceramic coating and sandblasting for customer supplied items.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Not listed yet
3 services View shop

Before you call

Sandblasting: the short version

Blasting grit, soda or dry ice at metal to strip rust, paint and old coatings.

When you need it

  • Before powder coating or paint
  • Rust removal on cars, trailers and equipment
  • Car and truck restoration
  • Cleaning a part before welding or repair

What to send the shop

  • Part drawings or photos, with sizes and weight
  • The metal
  • Quantity, and yearly volume for repeat work
  • What is on it now
  • What comes next: powder coat, paint or bare

Typical lead time

Calgary blasters quote time per job. Plan the coat before you blast.

Prices

What it costs

Each figure links to where it was posted. Your quote depends on the job.

WhatPosted priceSource
Vapor blasting metal parts, Calgary$20 plus tax per 10 minute unitUniversal Cycle Services, Calgary
Sandblasting only, Okotoks$230 an hour, $135 minimumTri-Coat Ltd., Okotoks
Fine or aggressive sandblasting, Cochrane$90 an hour plus sandBadAss Custom Coatings, Cochrane

Ask the shop

3 questions worth asking

  1. Q1

    Which blasting media will you use on my part, and why?

  2. Q2

    Is it priced by the hour, by the piece or by the job?

  3. Q3

    Can you prime or coat it right after blasting?

Questions

Sandblasting FAQ

What blasting prices are posted around Calgary?

Universal Cycle Services in Calgary lists vapor blasting at $20 plus tax per 10 minute unit. Tri-Coat in Okotoks lists sandblasting at $230 an hour with a $135 minimum shop charge.

Is there a posted Cochrane blasting rate?

BadAss Custom Coatings lists $90 an hour plus sand, with extra charges for powder coated or chrome plated items. Send photos for a quote.

What should I send for a quote?

Send photos, sizes, weight and the metal. Say what coating is on it now and what finish you want after blasting.

Good to know

  • Vapor blasting and sandblasting are different services. Ask which process suits your part.
  • Book the finish with the blasting and ask how the shop protects bare metal.

Sources

  1. Universal Cycle Services, Calgary, read Oct 28, 2026
  2. Tri-Coat Ltd., Okotoks, read Oct 28, 2026
  3. BadAss Custom Coatings, Cochrane, read Oct 28, 2026

Need sandblasting done?

One free request reaches up to 3 Calgary shops that do it.