Rust repair in Smithers, BC
Cut out the rust, make the metal, weld it in, seal it. That is most of what the shop does, a short drive from Smithers in Telkwa.
What gets fixed
Cab corners, rocker panels, floor pans, quarter panels, wheel arches, body mounts and frame sections. Trucks, 4x4s, classics and daily drivers all come through. Structural rust gets fixed, not buried under filler or undercoating.
Why collision shops send it to us
Insurance collision shops are set up for bolt on repairs and turnaround times. They will not cut and weld rust, so those vehicles get turned away. Cutting and welding is our main line.
When the panel does not exist
If nobody makes the panel for your vehicle, we make it here out of flat stock, shape it and weld it in. That covers a lot of older trucks and imports where reproduction panels were never made.
Sealing it so it stays fixed
New metal gets sealed on both sides. Seams and cavities are protected with cavity wax, and wheel arches and running boards can be coated with Raptor liner. Northern BC winter roads are hard on bare steel, so prevention is part of the job.
- Cab corners and rockers
- Floor pans and quarters
- Panels made from flat stock
- Seam and cavity protection
Common questions
Do you do rust repair in Smithers?
Yes. The shop is at 4635 Jackpine Rd in Telkwa, a short drive from Smithers. Drop off by appointment, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
How much does rust repair cost?
The shop rate is $150 per hour plus materials with a two hour minimum. Send photos and you get a written estimate that breaks out hours and materials separately.
Can you fix rust other shops turned down?
Yes, that is most of the work. We cut it out, replace the metal and seal it.
Do you work on trucks and 4x4s?
Yes. Trucks, 4x4s, imports, classics and daily drivers all come through the shop.
Get a written estimate
Call (250) 380-8173 weekdays between 9am and 5pm, or send some photos over and we'll get you a range.