Metal Shop Guide

5 shops · Delta, Ladner and Tsawwassen

Sandblasting and rust removal in Delta

Rust removal for Delta parts and equipment. Compare nearby Langley rates and plan the next coat before blasting.

  • 5shops listed
  • 2list a certification
  • 3take small jobs

5 shops

  • Sandblasting
  • Industrial painting
  • Anodizing and plating

Metal cleaning, blasting, passivation and painting for industrial customers, automotive restoration enthusiasts and hobbyists, with mobile service available.

Certs
ISO 9001Controlled Goods
Equipment
Chemical Dip TanksBlast Booths+2
Jobs
Takes small jobsComes to you
Since 1978 View shop
  • Sandblasting

Dry ice blasting cleans collector cars, motorcycles, marine and aviation equipment, and food service equipment.

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

Ideal Welders

Delta 13 km

  • Metal fabrication
  • Welding
  • Repair and rebuilds
  • +2

Industrial pipe, tank and module fabrication, welding, repairs, abrasive blasting and painting for energy and marine projects.

Certs
CWB W47.1
Equipment
Spool Welding RobotsSmall Bore Automatic Pipe Cutter/Beveler+2
Jobs
Takes small jobsComes to you
Since 1969100 to 199 staff View shop

Flexyshop

Delta 6 km

  • Laser and plasma cutting
  • Sheet metal
  • Metal fabrication
  • +4

Laser and waterjet cutting, sheet metal fabrication, bending, welding and finishing for prototype and production parts.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
4kW fiber laserCNC press brake+2
Jobs
No small jobsPrototypes
Since 2004 View shop
  • Powder coating
  • Sandblasting
  • Industrial painting
  • +1

Powder coating, sandblasting, Cerakote coatings and metal part repairs for automotive parts and other metal projects.

Certs
None listed
Equipment
Not listed yet
Jobs
Takes small jobs
4 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

  • Rust removal before painting Delta equipment
  • Old coatings on frames and brackets
  • Parts that need cleaning before 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

Delta blasters quote time per job. Agree on the next coating step before booking.

Prices

What it costs

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

WhatPosted priceSource
DIY cabinet sandblasting, Langley$78 an hour, 15 minute minimumLangley U-Blast, Langley
Operator cabinet sandblasting, Langley$104 an hour, 15 minute minimumLangley U-Blast, Langley
Operator big bay sandblasting, Langley$205 an hour, 30 minute minimumLangley U-Blast, Langley

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 does sandblasting cost near Delta?

Langley U-Blast lists DIY cabinet work at $78 an hour and operator cabinet work at $104. Each has a 15 minute minimum, billed in 5 minute increments. Its operator big bay rate is separate.

What is the big bay blasting rate?

Langley U-Blast lists operator big bay blasting at $205 an hour, with a 30 minute minimum and billing in 10 minute increments. Ask whether your part needs that bay.

What should I arrange after blasting?

Tell the blaster what finish comes next. Agree on handling, storage and the next coating step before dropping off the parts.

Good to know

  • Before transporting Delta equipment, ask the Langley blaster about part size, weight and unloading.
  • The posted rates separate DIY cabinet work, operator cabinet work and big bay work. Confirm which applies to your parts.

Sources

  1. Langley U-Blast, Langley, read Oct 28, 2026
  2. Langley U-Blast, Langley, read Oct 28, 2026

Need sandblasting done?

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