Buying pallets in Coquitlam usually comes down to three questions: what each grade costs, whether the supplier holds stock locally, and how fast a load can reach your loading bay. This page answers all three with current numbers, then covers sizes, bulk pricing, pickup and the details that change a quote.
Quick Answer: What Pallets Cost in Coquitlam
Used pallets in Coquitlam run roughly $4 to $14 each depending on grade, new 48×40 pallets run $18 to $28, and heat-treated ISPM 15 export pallets run $20 to $30. Per-unit pricing improves from around 100 units. Rehman Pallet Ltd supplies all four types from a Surrey yard with delivery across Coquitlam and the wider Lower Mainland.
| Pallet type | Price each | Typical use in Coquitlam |
|---|---|---|
| New wooden pallets | $18 – $28 | Food, pharmaceutical and high-value retail loads |
| Grade A (No. 1) used | $8 – $14 | Everyday warehouse and distribution work |
| Grade B (No. 2) used | $4 – $8 | Lighter loads, site storage and internal handling |
| Heat-treated ISPM 15 | $20 – $30 | Anything crossing a border |
| Custom built | Quoted to spec | Odd dimensions, heavy machinery, fragile assemblies |
Pallet Prices in Coquitlam by Type
New Wooden Pallets – $18 to $28
New pallets are built from fresh lumber to a consistent spec, which matters when a retailer or auditor is checking what your product sits on. They carry heavier loads, stack more predictably and last through more trips. If your pallets go out to a big-box distribution centre or hold food-grade product, this is usually the grade that gets specified.
Grade A (No. 1) Used Pallets – $8 to $14
Grade A used pallets are structurally sound with cosmetic wear only – no broken stringers, no missing deck boards. For most Coquitlam warehouse and courier operations this grade does the same job as new at roughly half the cost, which is why it moves the fastest out of our yard.
Grade B (No. 2) Used Pallets – $4 to $8
Grade B pallets show visible wear and repair history. They are the economical choice for lighter loads, short internal moves, site storage and anything that is not going to a customer. Buy these when the pallet is a tool rather than part of the shipment.
Heat-Treated ISPM 15 Pallets – $20 to $30
If your load leaves Canada, the wood packaging has to be heat treated and stamped to the ISPM 15 standard. There is no way around it at the border. We supply stamped pallets in stock sizes and build them to spec when the shipment needs something specific. Full detail sits on our heat-treated ISPM 15 pallets page.
Custom Pallets – Quoted to Spec
Send us the dimensions, the weight it has to carry and how it will be handled, and we build to that. Custom work is common for machinery, long product that overhangs a standard deck, and anything that has been damaged in transit on a stock pallet.
Standard Pallet Sizes We Stock
| Size | Also called | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 48 x 40 in | Standard / GMA | The default across North American distribution |
| 48 x 48 in | Square | Drums, wide cartons, balanced loads |
| 40 x 40 in | Compact | Tighter racking and smaller product runs |
| 1200 x 800 mm | Euro | European handling systems and some export lanes |
| Block pallets | Four-way entry | Forklift access from any side in busy bays |
| Custom | Built to spec | Anything the sizes above do not fit |
Where We Deliver Across Coquitlam
Deliveries run into every part of Coquitlam, and the bulk of our volume goes to the industrial corridor along United Boulevard and the businesses around Mayfair. We also deliver to Burquitlam, Maillardville, Austin Heights, the Coquitlam Centre commercial area and out to Port Coquitlam on the same runs.
Orders placed before noon usually go out the same or next business day. If a load is time-critical, call 778-385-1070 rather than emailing – stock availability by grade changes through the week and the yard can tell you straight away what is on the ground.
Industries We Supply in Coquitlam
- Retail and big-box distribution – consistent grade matters when pallets move into a retailer’s network, so most of this work goes out on new or Grade A stock.
- Construction and trades – Coquitlam has steady development, and site storage is hard on pallets. Grade B is usually the sensible spend here.
- Food and beverage producers – clean, sound decks with no protruding nails, typically new pallets or tightly graded Grade A.
- Manufacturing and fabrication – heavier and awkward loads, which is where custom builds and block pallets come in.
- Moving, storage and courier operations – high turnover, so cost per trip is what matters more than appearance.
New or Used: How Coquitlam Buyers Usually Decide
The honest rule of thumb is to match the pallet to where it ends up. If the pallet leaves your control – goes to a customer, a retailer, or across a border – buy new or Grade A. If it stays in your building or on your site, Grade B does the job for a fraction of the price.
The mistake we see most often is buying one grade for everything. Splitting an order between grades is normal and usually cheaper overall than standardising on either extreme.
Bulk Pallet Orders for Coquitlam Warehouses
Per-unit pricing starts improving from around 100 units, and keeps improving with volume and a predictable delivery schedule. If you go through pallets every week, a standing order costs less per pallet than repeated small buys and means stock is set aside for you rather than sold out from under you. Details are on the bulk pallet supply page.
What Changes the Price You Are Quoted
- Grade and condition – the single biggest factor, which is why a quote without a grade attached means very little.
- Quantity – the per-unit figure at 500 pallets is not the figure at 20.
- Size – anything off the standard 48×40 costs more to source or build.
- Heat treatment – the ISPM 15 stamp adds cost, and it is only worth paying for if the load is actually leaving the country.
- Delivery point and access – a bay with a dock and a forklift is quicker to serve than a tight site with no equipment.
- Timing – standing orders price better than emergency single loads.
How Many Pallets Do You Actually Need?
Most operations under-order on the first buy and then pay a premium for a rush top-up three weeks later. A quick way to size it: count how many pallets leave your building in a normal week, multiply by how many weeks you want covered, then add a buffer for the ones that get damaged or never come back.
| Weekly outbound pallets | 4-week cover | Practical order size |
|---|---|---|
| 10 – 20 | 40 – 80 | 100 units, where per-unit pricing starts improving |
| 20 – 50 | 80 – 200 | 200 – 250 units, usually on a standing schedule |
| 50 – 150 | 200 – 600 | A recurring order with a fixed delivery day |
| 150+ | 600+ | Scheduled truckloads, priced on volume |
If your volume swings seasonally, tell us. Ordering to your peak wastes cash sitting in a yard, and ordering to your average leaves you short exactly when you are busiest.
Questions Worth Asking Any Pallet Supplier
- Is this grade held in stock, or brokered? A supplier without a yard is buying it from someone else after you place the order, which is where lead times slip.
- What exactly does your Grade A mean? Grading is not standardised across the industry. Ask what disqualifies a pallet from that grade.
- Is delivery included or extra? A low per-unit price with freight added afterwards is not a low price.
- What happens if a load arrives damaged? Get the answer before you need it, not after.
- Can you take our used pallets back? If yes, that is a cost removed from the other side of your operation.
Why the Cheapest Quote Often Costs More
A pallet that fails in a rack or breaks under a load does not just cost the price of the pallet. It costs the product on top of it, the labour to restack, and sometimes a customer relationship. The gap between a bargain pallet and a sound one is a few dollars a unit; the gap between a sound pallet and a failed shipment is considerably more.
That does not mean always buy new. It means buy the grade that matches the job, from someone who will tell you when a cheaper grade is genuinely good enough. Under-spending and over-spending are both avoidable with a two-minute conversation about what actually goes on the pallet.
Pallet Pickup and Recycling in Coquitlam
Surplus pallets stacking up behind the building are a cost, not just clutter. We collect used pallets across Coquitlam and the Lower Mainland, and where it works out the collection happens on the same run as a delivery, so there is one truck visit instead of two.
What to Send Us for an Accurate Quote
A quote takes about five minutes if you send these five things:
- Quantity, and whether it is one-off or repeating
- Size – 48×40 or something else
- Grade – new, Grade A, Grade B, or you are not sure and want a recommendation
- Whether the load leaves Canada (this decides the ISPM 15 question)
- Delivery address in Coquitlam, and whether there is a dock or forklift on site
Not sure on the grade? Describe what goes on the pallet and where it ends up, and we will tell you which grade is the right spend. If you want to compare the full range first, the pallets for sale in BC page lists every type, and current base prices sit on the pricing page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy wooden pallets in Coquitlam?
Rehman Pallet Ltd supplies new, used, custom and heat-treated pallets to Coquitlam from a Surrey yard, with delivery across the city including the United Boulevard industrial area, Burquitlam, Maillardville and Austin Heights. Call 778-385-1070 for stock and pricing on your quantity.
How much do wooden pallets cost in Coquitlam, BC?
Used pallets run about $4 to $14 each depending on grade, new 48×40 pallets $18 to $28, and heat-treated ISPM 15 export pallets $20 to $30. Per-unit pricing improves from roughly 100 units. Grade, size and delivery point all move the final number.
How fast can pallets be delivered in Coquitlam?
Orders placed before noon usually ship the same or next business day. Delivery covers all of Coquitlam and runs out to Port Coquitlam on the same route. For a time-critical load, call rather than email so the yard can confirm what is in stock by grade.
What is the difference between Grade A and Grade B used pallets?
Grade A (No. 1) pallets are structurally sound with cosmetic wear only and suit everyday warehouse and distribution use. Grade B (No. 2) pallets show more wear and repair history and are better for lighter loads, site storage and internal handling.
Do I need heat-treated pallets for shipping out of Coquitlam?
Only if the shipment leaves Canada. Wood packaging crossing an international border must be heat treated and stamped to the ISPM 15 standard. For domestic moves within BC or across Canada, standard new or used pallets are fine and cost less.
Do you collect used pallets from Coquitlam businesses?
Yes. We collect surplus pallets across Coquitlam and the Lower Mainland for recycling, and where the schedule allows the pickup runs alongside a delivery so there is a single truck visit. Call 778-385-1070 to arrange collection.
Order Wooden Pallets in Coquitlam
Tell us the quantity, size and grade and you will get a per-unit price for your delivery address, not a list price. Call 778-385-1070 or request a quote. We also supply neighbouring cities – see wooden pallets in Burnaby, New Westminster and our main Surrey pallet supply page.
