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America's Backyard Fencing & Decking

1909 South Briggs Street
3.43(
35
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Approved Pro

America's Backyard Fencing & Decking

1909 South Briggs Street
3.43(
35
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Approved Pro
173 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

At America’s Backyard we understand the value that is placed on your family's outdoor enjoyment, that is why our team of professionals takes the time to understand your vision and needs for enhancing your backyard. We will guide you through our process of installation and materials used. We discuss all options with you to make sure you are purchasing exactly what you want and need.

"Project handled Perfectly! Very good communication, showed up on time and did a good job. Very professional and responsive to all concerns. Will hire again !!"

Prabhjot M on August 2025

At America’s Backyard we understand the value that is placed on your family's outdoor enjoyment, that is why our team of professionals takes the time to understand your vision and needs for enhancing your backyard. We will guide you through our process of installation and materials used. We discuss all options with you to make sure you are purchasing exactly what you want and need.

"Project handled Perfectly! Very good communication, showed up on time and did a good job. Very professional and responsive to all concerns. Will hire again !!"

Prabhjot M on August 2025


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FiveStar Steel

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5.00(
7
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FiveStar Steel

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5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
149 local quotes requested

Fivestarsteel.net checkout the web page,all info on it. We offer welding, fabricating,mobile services for welding repairs, big or small. Certified welder. Railing repair specialists! Spiral staircases. Been in the welding and fabricating business for over 30 years, I am a certified welder.

"Amazing...showed up on time and the work he proformed was perfect"

Colleen W on August 2025

Fivestarsteel.net checkout the web page,all info on it. We offer welding, fabricating,mobile services for welding repairs, big or small. Certified welder. Railing repair specialists! Spiral staircases. Been in the welding and fabricating business for over 30 years, I am a certified welder.

"Amazing...showed up on time and the work he proformed was perfect"

Colleen W on August 2025


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AF Welding, LLC

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro

AF Welding, LLC

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
52 local quotes requested

NOTE....We are very busy at this time and current project lead times are between 6-8 weeks.... We are AWS Certified, Fully Insured -We offer Precision CNC Plasma cutting, Tube bending and rolling, Onsite & in shop WELDING - MIG, FCAW, TIG, STICK. FREE Estimates! **Serving all of the Greater Chicagoland Area** Call Now for Pricing on your next project. Big or Small No Problem! Check us out at Afweldingllc.com. Call or text us at (224) 829-5570. Email- [email protected] Facebook.com/afweldingllc

"The owner, Alex, is personable, and professional. He and his assistant came at the appointed time and day, and made the repairs needed. The cost was reasonable, and I'm very happy with my good as new, handsome railing, and the safety it affords us. Thank you Alex."

Berta W on September 2020

NOTE....We are very busy at this time and current project lead times are between 6-8 weeks.... We are AWS Certified, Fully Insured -We offer Precision CNC Plasma cutting, Tube bending and rolling, Onsite & in shop WELDING - MIG, FCAW, TIG, STICK. FREE Estimates! **Serving all of the Greater Chicagoland Area** Call Now for Pricing on your next project. Big or Small No Problem! Check us out at Afweldingllc.com. Call or text us at (224) 829-5570. Email- [email protected] Facebook.com/afweldingllc

"The owner, Alex, is personable, and professional. He and his assistant came at the appointed time and day, and made the repairs needed. The cost was reasonable, and I'm very happy with my good as new, handsome railing, and the safety it affords us. Thank you Alex."

Berta W on September 2020


PJL welding

733 Janice Ave
New on AngiNew on Angi
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PJL welding

733 Janice Ave
New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
11 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

My name is Pete. I went to welding school in 2012, been welding since 2012. Just trying to get my own thing started and make a name for myself. I’m a hard worker and will do the job right the first time, and work till it’s done.

My name is Pete. I went to welding school in 2012, been welding since 2012. Just trying to get my own thing started and make a name for myself. I’m a hard worker and will do the job right the first time, and work till it’s done.



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Vulcan Welding & Fabrication

7716 Nagle Ave.
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Vulcan Welding & Fabrication

7716 Nagle Ave.
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
13 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Vulcan welding & Fabrication strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Excellent job. "

Manny N on August 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Vulcan welding & Fabrication strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Excellent job. "

Manny N on August 2025


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Jusherma Welding, Corp.

9739 S 51st Ave
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro

Jusherma Welding, Corp.

9739 S 51st Ave
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
34 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Just was perfected! "

Percy C on August 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Just was perfected! "

Percy C on August 2025


Sol Crafted Metals

11724 S. Halsted
No reviews yet

Sol Crafted Metals

11724 S. Halsted
No reviews yet
8 years of experience

Adorn your world with custom doors, fencing, stair rails, window covers and more. All welders are certified and passionate about providing work class service and products! Our products exceed building code, designs are more secure than big box retail, and materials outshine the competition. Let us elevate your business and home.

Adorn your world with custom doors, fencing, stair rails, window covers and more. All welders are certified and passionate about providing work class service and products! Our products exceed building code, designs are more secure than big box retail, and materials outshine the competition. Let us elevate your business and home.



Harris Fencing

No reviews yet

Harris Fencing

No reviews yet
1 years of experience

Here at HARRIS FENCING we do repairs on anything metal. We strive on precision and perfection for the best results possible. This is a small owner operated company with high professionalism and over 5 years experience on the job.

Here at HARRIS FENCING we do repairs on anything metal. We strive on precision and perfection for the best results possible. This is a small owner operated company with high professionalism and over 5 years experience on the job.

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FAQs for welding projects in Chicago, IL

Welding is the process of using extreme heat—and, sometimes, pressure—to attach two pieces of metal. In contrast, metal fabrication is a more involved process that can include welding, sheet metal work, bending, and other forms of metal manipulation. Metal fabrication is a large-scale project that may or may not involve welding, while welding is more often a step in larger fabrication projects.

The average cost to hire a welder is about $300, with an average rate ranging from $65 to $125 per hour, depending on their experience and the project type and size. Aside from labor costs, some other charges you’ll need to pay include the cost of the welding material and the cost of the shielding gas that makes welding possible and safe. When you’re interviewing welders for your work, you can ask for an estimate based on your project specifics. In some simple cases, like welding gas lines or common welding projects, local welders may charge a flat hourly rate with add-ons if necessary.

There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:

  • Are you licensed and certified?

  • How long have you been in the welding business?

  • Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?

  • Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?

  • Do you charge by the hour or by the project?

  • How long do you expect my welding project to take?

  • What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?

You should not do your own welding unless you have the proper training and experience. Most home electrical systems can only handle MIG welding, which creates weaker bonds than TIG welding and won’t work on certain metals or metal thicknesses. Both welding forms usually require the use of shielding gas, which can be dangerous to store at home. Additionally, welding machines create temperatures of over 3,000 degrees, and the sparks can blind you if you don’t have the proper equipment. As such, it’s usually better to hire a professional welder for your welding projects.

Some states require welders to be licensed and certified, while others don’t. However, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed welder, regardless of requirements in your area, especially if you need welding for structural components of your home or gas lines. Licensed welders have gone through training and testing to prove their skills, so they’re less likely to make a mistake that could be detrimental to your home. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to determine whether your potential hire has a welding license.

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