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"Excellent service. Knowledgeable , very helpful with any questions and friendly to work with . Top quality results on various and some quite unique/tricky projects. Excellent customer experience from booking and inquiries to final result with impressive turn around time."
"Bill was excellent! He always replied to my calls or emails. We set up an appointment and he was there when promised. He, along with another carpenter, Bob, did an outstanding job. They were well organized, showing me what they were doing all along the way, and finished in a timely manner. Bill even charged me less than the original quote (almost half). It is difficult to find contractors that are responsible, honest and that do quality work. I HIGHLY recommend QHI for any services you may need around your home."
"Bob was on time, effecient, and honest. I thought I needed more insulation in the attic but he said I had 11" and that was excellent. He could have recommended that he add more, but he didn't and I appreciate that!"
"Andy from Aqua Terra came out to meet the Customer and gave him an accurate quote on the job. He arrived to do the work in a timely manner and the job was VERY well done. The Customer was happy and we would definately hire Andy's company to do work again here at our business, Knight Marine Service, in Rockland, ME."
"Rick is excellent at coordinating a job. Very good communication with the client. He worked closely with us so that we could move items and prepare the rooms one at a time. Also, Rick works in a very tidy fashion and does not and quot;take overand quot; large areas."
The cost of sandblasting depends on the scope of the project, the surface type, labor, and equipment required. Services typically cost between $50 and $80 per hour, though most professionals charge by surface area at a rate of $1.50 to $7 per square foot. Total project costs can range from $700 to $12,500, with an average homeowner spending around $3,200 to sandblast a 1,000-square-foot surface.
Regular sealing and repainting help maintain the restored surface’s durability.
Sandblasting is a common method for removing paint. It works great if the underlying material is tough. This is because you can then use more abrasive sandblast materials, making the paint removal process much faster and less expensive. If you plan on removing many layers of paint on smooth surfaces, you’ll need to be more careful about which materials you choose to use to sandblast.
Because these two systems have different applications, there is no definitive answer to which is better. When working with sturdy materials, sandblasting is cheaper and faster, but more delicate projects require soda blasting. Before choosing either option, consider your specific needs, particularly your ultimate goal (cleaning, removing rust, prepping for painting, etc.), the material, and your budget.
Costs depend on paint type, surface condition, labor, and required prep work for repainting.
The Auburn, ME homeowners’ guide to sandblasting services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Sandblasting is a powerful method to remove paint, primer, and other coatings from hard surfaces. Learn the cost to rent a sandblaster and the factors involved.
The cost to sandblast your home’s exterior or another surface on your property depends on the method and the materials you use. Learn more with this guide.