Waywest Mechanical Ltd. is an industrial and municipal mechanical contractor based in Nanaimo since 1993. Its journeymen and apprentices install, repair and upgrade mechanical systems for water treatment plants, potable water pumping stations, sanitary and storm pump stations and industrial facilities, including industrial plumbing, high-pressure gas fitting, welded and flanged piping, backflow prevention and in-house and mobile fabrication.
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM · quotes within the hour
Trusted for municipal and industrial work
Since 1993, Matt Norman and Waywest's experienced team of journeymen and apprentices have been trusted contractors for complex municipal and industrial projects in Nanaimo and throughout Vancouver Island. From design to fabrication to installation, we provide full-service industrial mechanical solutions that support critical infrastructure and heavy-duty operations.
Industrial and municipal systems
We install, repair and upgrade mechanical systems for:
- Water treatment plants — including the Bainbridge Water Treatment Plant
- Potable water pumping stations
- Sanitary and storm water pump stations
- Industrial plumbing systems
- High-pressure gas fitting
- Pipe fitting, backflow prevention and flow control
- Food production and aquaculture facilities — see the Nanaimo oyster farm
Specialized industrial services
- Process ventilation and heat recovery systems
- Hydronic heating and chilled water loops
- Welded and flanged industrial piping
- Gas line installations for heavy equipment
- Backflow prevention and flow control
- Any other HVAC, plumbing or gas fitting need
Design-build expertise
From initial concept to final commissioning, our team collaborates closely with owners, engineers, contractors and architects. This integrated approach keeps the mechanical system design aligned with project goals — improving efficiency, reducing costs and avoiding delays.
Why choose Waywest as your industrial contractor
- Over 30 years of municipal and industrial work
- Skilled plumbers, gas fitters, HVAC technicians and fabricators in one company
- In-house and mobile fabrication — see welding & fabrication
- Strict compliance with bylaws, codes and industry standards
- Responsive, collaborative project management
- TSBC licence LGA0004592 for gas, boiler and pressure vessel work
Service area
Industrial and municipal mechanical work across Vancouver Island, from Victoria to Campbell River.
What happens when you call
- A person answers
You talk to the Nanaimo office, or our own crew on the 24/7 line — not a call centre.
- You hear the rate first
We explain the service rate, or the emergency rate after hours, before anyone is booked or dispatched.
- A licensed technician arrives
A Waywest technician with a stocked vehicle diagnoses the problem and explains your options.
- You approve the work
Repairs go ahead once you agree. Larger jobs get a written quote you can take time to consider.
Quick facts
- Emergency service
- 24/7 at 250-616-1446 — typically on site within an hour in Nanaimo
- Office hours
- Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM, 250-729-2394
- Service area
- Nanaimo and Vancouver Island, Victoria to Port Hardy
- Licensing
- TSBC licence LGA0004592; licensed, bonded and insured
- Quotes
- Reply within the hour during business hours
- Page updated
Common questions
What industrial projects does Waywest work on?
Waywest Mechanical works on municipal and industrial projects including water treatment plants, potable water pumping stations, sanitary and storm water pump stations, industrial plumbing systems, high-pressure gas fitting and process piping. Projects include the Bainbridge Water Treatment Plant and work at a Nanaimo oyster farm.
Does Waywest work on design-build industrial projects?
Yes. From initial concept to final commissioning, Waywest collaborates with owners, engineers, contractors and architects so the mechanical design supports the project's goals for efficiency, cost and schedule.
Can Waywest fabricate industrial piping and supports?
Yes. Waywest has in-house and mobile fabrication capabilities, including welded and flanged piping, pipe cutting and threading, brackets and structural supports.
Need this sorted out?
Call the Nanaimo office and talk to someone who can tell you what the work involves and when we can get to it.