Mobile blast cleaning on site

Property owners, farmers, contractors, small manufacturers and property managers who need surfaces cleaned or prepared for repainting.

Quote per job or per square metre, or charge an hourly rate plus a media and travel fee. Repeat work from contractors and property managers helps fill the schedule.

• Safe use of compressors and blast equipment
• Judging which blasting method suits each surface
• Quoting jobs accurately
• Physical stamina for dusty outdoor work

• Check your provincial occupational health and safety rules for abrasive blasting, including respiratory protection and avoiding silica sand
• Older buildings and paint may contain lead or asbestos, so check testing requirements before blasting
• Soft or heritage brick can be damaged by the wrong method or pressure, so test a small area first
• Check municipal noise and dust rules and how to contain and dispose of used media and paint waste
• Check whether your insurer covers damage to customers' property, and plan for winter, when outdoor work slows or stops

Startup costs are typically around $8,000 to $30,000, depending on the compressor, blasting equipment, safety gear and vehicle or trailer you need. These are estimates, so get equipment quotes before you commit.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how many jobs you take and their size. Outdoor work can slow or stop in winter, so plan for seasonal gaps.

Check provincial occupational health and safety rules for abrasive blasting, including respiratory protection and avoiding silica sand. Check testing for lead or asbestos in older buildings, municipal noise, dust and waste rules, and whether your insurer covers damage to customers' property.