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Southern Mobile Welding Repair and Services
5.0(
6
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+2 more

Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Peersonnable owner of business with own mobile equipment and travels large upper portion of Alabama. Happened to be near my town ion day we connected via text and he reliably appeared at decided upon time at end of day. Stayed until job completed and even was kind enough to halpme with a metal gate repair for free. Highly recommend service, knowledge and reliability. Charlotte"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hawkins Welding
New to Angi
Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride 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 the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time10 mins
Iron City Welding
5.0(
7
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+3 more

Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great craftsman, accurate estimates, keeps his schedule, and dependable. His work is impressive and he, along with very few other contractors, enables me to be successful in my own business."
Steel gates
Mailbox
Mailbox
Handrails
Handrail

+1

Response time1 hour
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Raya's Iron Fab
5.0(
6
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Weld or CutWrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I can't explain how incredible my experience was. Two people before him couldn't get the job done and I wasted over a week with this project. I got on the phone and we immediately set up a time for this project to get started. He took into consideration my previous frustration, urgency, and even offered to come to my location. Not only was his rates the best I've found, but he got this project done in less than 1 hour. Also being a female sometimes you worry about being taken advantage of or possibly feeling unsafe-NOPE, I felt safe and I would trust him with any future projects. Professional, efficient, skillful, trustworthy. If you need metal cut, look nowhere else but here. Wish I contacted him sooner!"
Mr arroyo
Mr arroyo
Mr arroyo
1
2

+17

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Pierce's Welding Solutions
5.0(
3
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Metal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or CutSheet Metal and Ornamental Metal - Fabricate+1 more

Serving Trafford, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"During a recent move to Birmingham, the legs of an outdoor metal bench were broken off. Pierce's Welding Solutions was recommended to me by a local company. John Pierce was professional and very knowledgable. He also arrived on time and was most courteous. He was unable to weld the legs back on but devised a way to fix them so I could use the bench. He not only put the legs back on but painted them so they looked like new. I highly recommend his."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Welding FAQs, answered by experts

It will likely take an experienced pro less than an hour to install a ground rod, which is another reason why letting them handle the job is such a good idea. Safety concerns aside, it would likely take you much longer to install a ground rod if you decided to take this one as a DIY job.

Some welding projects, such as repairing pipes or fences, require travel, whereas others, like furniture repair, do not necessarily require the welder to come to you. Travel and overhead factor into the overall cost of your welding project. Some of the most common welding projects include:

  • Metal furniture repair: $35–$100

  • Pipe repair: $200–$1,000

  • Small gates: $550–$750

  • Fencing: $1,200–$1,800

  • Fabricated sheet metal welding: $750–$2,500

Choosing the right metal fabricator for your project begins with research. Find a reputable fabrication company by searching for reputable contractors in your area, and then reviewing photos of their previous work, customer reviews, and photos of the company’s workshop.

Once you’ve narrowed down the list, contact the companies to ask about the types of metal fabrication projects they specialize and inquire about guarantees and warranties on workmanship. You should also ensure the company uses high-quality material, and ask about the schedule and turnaround time for your proposed project.

The average cost for a welding project is about $300, with typical costs ranging from $125 to $490. However, prices can be as low as $125 for very small jobs or exceed $1,200 for large or complex projects. Welders typically charge an hourly rate between $65 and $150, depending on their experience, and many charge a minimum fee to cover overhead and travel expenses. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including labor, the cost of materials like metal rods and shielding gas, the type of metal being welded, the project's size and complexity, and your geographic location. For a precise quote, it's best to ask a local welder for an estimate based on your specific project.

To maintain custom or fabricated metal structures and extend their lifespan and appearance, perform regular cleaning, apply rust prevention treatments, and use protective coatings.

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