Trading card repair and restoration in Canada.
Pokémon and trading card restoration in Canada. Email photos for a free assessment of the damage, repair options, and cost.
Based in Kingston, Ontario. Serving collectors across Canada.
“I recommend Chris at Slabworks, his work is amazing and brought my card back to life!”
Our restoration services
We match the treatment to your card’s stock, finish, and damage.
Damage we treat
- Surface dirt and residue
- Minor creases, dents, and bends
- Lifted edges with intact material
- Light scratches and foil warping
We do not take on
- Replacing missing paper or ink
- Recolouring whitening
- Rebuilding corners or trimming cards
- Severe separation or heavy water damage
Trading card repair and restoration pricing
Compare services and optional add-ons. Your free photo assessment includes a written recommendation and quote before you ship.
View pricing →How trading card repair and restoration works
From your first photos to tracked return shipping, review each step of our Canada-wide mail-in service.
View process →Trading card repair and restoration FAQ
Learn about repair limits, grading considerations, pricing, and shipping before deciding whether restoration suits your cards.
View all questions →Collector feedback
Shared by collectors who have used Slabworks.
"I stumbled upon Slabworks by accident, but I'm so glad I did. I was a bit nervous at first about sending in my cards, but Chris made me feel comfortable and at ease. He walked me through everything, and we agreed on what was to be done to my cards and the price. My expectations were exceeded; my cards look amazing! Thank you so much, and I can't wait to do business again!"
"Man you have been amazing in communication, pricing, all aspects of this transaction. I will be using you for all my card needs going forward and will pass along your name with high praise."
"As a tcg shop owner, Slabworks has been a huge boon. They've been instrumental in prepping cards for grading and restoring damage from some of our vintage singles. 10/10 will continue to send my damaged cards to Slabworks!"
Before you send your cards
Answers about grading, eligibility, and shipping.
How much does trading card restoration cost?∨
Pregrade Clean costs $20 CAD per card; Repairs costs $150 CAD per card. Prices are plus tax. In-house slab cracking adds $25 CAD. Card analysis is an optional add-on at $10 CAD per card: Centering, edge, and corner analysis with a grade estimate. Grade estimates are opinions, not guarantees. Final grades and grading acceptance are determined solely by the grading company. Return shipping is billed at cost. The photo assessment is free; you approve the plan before work and pay after completion.
Will restoration improve my card's grade?∨
A better-looking card is not guaranteed a higher grade or grading acceptance. Some treatments may be considered alterations. Check your grader’s current standards and tell us about grading plans before approving work.
What if the card is not suitable for repair?∨
We explain the likely limits and decline work we consider too risky. The photo assessment is free, and you can decline the written plan without sending your cards or paying for work.