Is a wood or steel beam better in a home?

• <div><p>A steel beam is stronger than a wood beam and requires fewer vertical supports underneath, which means it’s a better option for larger structures or if you want an open space under your home that doesn’t have posts as obstructions. However, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">steel I-beams cost</a> more than wood ones, and they can be difficult to install retroactively, as getting them into the basement area can be challenging, if not impossible.</p></div>

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Q: Why choose bespoke metal fabrication for your project?

• <div><p>Custom metalwork offers durability, design flexibility, and unique aesthetics tailored to specific needs.</p></div>

Q: Are beams and joists the same?

• <div><p>No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.</p></div>

Q: How much do different welding projects cost?

• <div><p>Some welding projects, such as <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-repair-leaking-pipe.htm">repairing pipes</a> 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:</p><ul><li><p>Metal furniture repair: $35&ndash;$100</p></li><li><p>Pipe repair: $200&ndash;$1,000</p></li><li><p>Small gates: $550&ndash;$750</p></li><li><p>Fencing: $1,200&ndash;$1,800</p></li><li><p>Fabricated sheet metal welding: $750&ndash;$2,500</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Why are they called Lally columns?

• <div><p>Lally columns are named after their founder, John Lally, who owned a construction company in the 1800s. He invented the columns as a means of providing temporary support for beams and rafters in homes his company was renovating. The original Lally columns were also made of steel, although the inventory used a thicker gauge metal, which provided additional support for larger projects and long-term structural solutions.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2024
Mylestone Mobile Welding is AMAZING!! I had a broken pool gate and knew I would be pressured into getting a new gate & fence. The Mylestone Team replaced the lock and hinges and now the gate is all set!! Even more safe now with a lock and key system to ensure it’s safe and secure when we leave...
Mylestone Mobile Welding Services, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Josh is professional, knowledgeable, skilled, and courteous. Having him come to my home to perform this welding was a great bonus!! His rates are reasonable and his estimate was spot on. I recommend him without hesitation.
JLM Mobile Welding
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Reviewed in June 2012
Randy Harden with Harden construction did all the frame work, electrical and plumbing work for this cottage. He demoed the closet, tiled bathroom shower, and removed the hot tub. Meanwhile, after finding out the shower had moisture/termite damage underneath, he suggested we go down to the studs...
Harden Construction
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Reviewed in April 2010
Needed my a/c unit serviced as it was not able to cool the house last summer. They refilled the freon and put in a dye pack and also cleaned the outside unit. Said to call them back in the Spring for them to look for the leak. I just had them back to check, and they luckily were able to locate...
Total Refridgeration Service Inc
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Reviewed in November 2006
I am knowledgeable about carpentry/home repairs and of the numerous people I interviewed, with estimates that ranged from $1500 to $5,000 - Warren connected with me on first visit, by his understanding of what I wanted, and his ability to transfer that into what was possible and suggest...
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