Surface Preparation · Greater Vancouver, BC
Surface prep that actually holds the coat no grit, no residue
Surface preparation decides whether a coating sticks or peels in a year. We strip old paint, rust, oil, and oxide off metal and leave a clean profile with the right texture for the next layer to grip. No blast media to mask around, no chemical residue to neutralize. Mobile surface preparation across Greater Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
- Clean, correctly textured profile
- No grit or chemical residue left behind
- Coating, weld, or bond ready
In short
Who does surface preparation for contractors in BC?
Surface preparation is the step that removes contamination and creates the right surface profile so a coating, weld, or adhesive bonds and lasts. Laser Sharks preps surfaces across British Columbia using laser ablation and dry ice, so there is no grit to clean out of seams and no chemical residue to interfere with adhesion. The result is a clean, consistent profile that passes inspection.
How it works
Assessment
We look at the material, how deep the contamination goes, and how we get at it.
Test patch
A small area first, so you can see the result before we touch the whole part.
Calibration
Pulse energy is set to lift the contaminant and stop at the surface underneath.
Cleaning pass
The beam ablates the layer; the extractor pulls the fine dust as we go.
Inspection and report
Every treated area gets checked, with a short write-up of the work.
Applications
Where it fits
Most coating failures trace back to prep, not the coating. Get the contamination off and the profile right, and the next layer grabs and stays. We match the method to the spec and the substrate.
Coating adhesion
Strip to clean metal and set the profile so paint, powder, or industrial coating grabs and stays. Fewer callbacks for peeling.
Weld preparation
Clear paint, rust, and oil off the weld zone so the joint is sound and the NDT reads clean.
Bonding and lining prep
Prep for adhesives, tank linings, and composites, where a contaminated surface means failure down the line.
Comparison
Laser and dry ice surface prep vs grit blasting
Grit blasting sets a profile, but it buries abrasive in every pocket and seam, and you spend real time masking and cleaning up before you can coat. Laser and dry ice prep leave nothing behind to remove. For in-place work, food-grade areas, or parts headed straight to coating, that clean handoff is the whole point. It also means less downtime between prep and the next step.
Who it is for
Industries we serve
Mobile across British Columbia, matched to the surfaces and standards of your sector.
- Coating & Fabrication
- Construction
- Marine
- Food processing
- Manufacturing
Service area
Across Greater Vancouver
We are based in Delta, BC and prep surfaces across Greater Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, and the Fraser Valley, on your site or ours.
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Common Questions
Quick answers about surface preparation in British Columbia.
Why does surface preparation matter for coatings?
Most coating failures trace back to prep, not the coating. If contamination or the wrong profile is left behind, the coat peels. Proper surface preparation removes rust, oil, and old paint and leaves a clean, textured surface the coating can grip.
Do you leave a profile like sandblasting does?
Yes. We set an appropriate surface profile for the coating spec without leaving grit embedded in the surface, and we confirm it on a test area.
Is this safe near food or electronics?
Yes. The dry ice option adds no moisture and no chemicals, so it is used for surface prep in food-grade and electrical environments where grit and solvents are a problem.
How much does surface preparation cost in BC?
Per project, based on area, contamination, and the coating spec. Most jobs run in the thousands. Send details to the quote form for a range.
Can you prep on our site?
Yes, mobile across the Lower Mainland, on your site or ours.
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