Start a Mobile Sandblasting Service

Homeowners, landlords, farmers, builders, fabricators and small firms with large or fixed items that are hard to move.

Priced per job, per square metre or by the hour, plus charges for media, travel and any primer or paint coat afterwards.

• Operating compressors and blasting equipment safely
• Judging which abrasive suits which surface
• Quoting jobs accurately
• Working outdoors in all weather

• Dust, noise and air quality: check council rules and your duties under health and safety law before blasting outdoors
• Proper respiratory protection and PPE, as silica and old paint dust can be hazardous
• Old paint may contain lead, so check before stripping older items or buildings
• Disposal of used media and waste: check whether you need waste carrier registration
• Public liability insurance, and make sure it covers blasting near cars, glass and neighbouring property
• Compressors and pressure equipment may need regular inspection, so check the requirements

Startup costs are estimates, typically around £4,000 to £15,000, depending on the blasting equipment, compressor, van and abrasive media you choose, plus protective gear and insurance. Buying used kit may change the total.

Monthly revenue is typically around £1,000 to £5,000 as an estimate, depending on the types of jobs you take, your area and the hours you work. Weather can affect how many outdoor jobs you complete.

Check council rules and your health and safety duties on dust, noise and air quality before blasting outdoors. Also check for lead in old paint, waste carrier registration for used media, and whether your insurance covers blasting near cars and glass.