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Avatar for Frontier Land Development
Frontier Land Development
5.0(
3
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Steel Beams (Custom) - Fabricate

Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He did an excellent job. Spent a day on a dozen and my lot looked great. Highly recommend this company."
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing

+16

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Craddock Welding Company
New to Angi
Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+1 more

Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Brackets reinforced
Prepped to be welded
All fixed up
Close up
Close up

+12

Response time1 day
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WeldKings
5.0(
7
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Metal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or CutSheet Metal and Ornamental Metal - Fabricate+1 more

Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed some work done to the structure of my utility trailer. Got a hold of this company and responded and fixed my problem in a timely manner. Definitely would recommend this company great work and very professional. Thank you Tarik for all your help and needs."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Southern Specialty Welding, LLC
3.5(
3
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+3 more

Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He does a good job."
custom handrails
before we fab
custom handrails
custom handrails
custom handrails

+46

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Southern Specialty Welding, LLC
4.2(
5
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+4 more

Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good work and love the gate"
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+8

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Sparks on Wheels
5.0(
4
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+2 more

Serving Shorter, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reached out to have a welding job completed. Great communication , quality craftsmanship , and completed in a timely manner. Highly recommend and I will be coming back for more work in the near future."
Response time10 hrs
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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, but you’ll need reliable steel-cutting tools and safety gear to get started. Shipping containers are typically around ¾ inch thick, so it’s entirely possible to cut through them, but experience and the right equipment are very important. When possible, try to get a container as close to the size you want it as possible.

Your typical household tools will not cut a metal pipe. To cut a metal pipe, you’d need more specialized tools like a pipe cutter or circular saw. Do not attempt to use these tools without taking proper safety precautions and wearing safety gear. It’s usually safer to let a pro cut a metal pipe, especially if you’re not confident in your skills with a heavy-duty saw.

Cutting round ductwork requires precision and the right tools. A duct cutter, specifically designed for circular ducts, is ideal. First, mark the cutting line on the duct using a measuring tape and pencil. Then, position the duct cutter's blade on the marked line. Apply steady pressure, rotating the cutter around the duct. The sharp blade creates a clean, precise cut. Alternatively, a reciprocating saw with a metal-cutting blade can be used for larger round ducts. Ensure the duct is securely held in place while making the cut to prevent slips and maintain accuracy.

This all depends on the tools you have on hand and whether you’re trying to cut a straight line or shapes. 

The best tool to use for straight lines is either a circular saw or table saw. When cutting shapes, a jigsaw will be the easiest and most precise tool to use. 

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