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You may need a permit for fence repairs, depending on your location and the extent of the repairs. Permits generally range from $10 to $500 for this type of project. Your fence repair professional will be able to advise on whether you'll need a permit for your specific project and, in most cases, will obtain it for you.

WD-40 and other brands you’ll find in the hardware store have specific rust removal chemicals to help remove rust from metal surfaces. In fact, WD-40 originally served as a topical coating in the aerospace industry to prevent rust from forming on aircraft components. WD-40 is now most commonly used as a lubricant, but it’s still an excellent tool for cleaning rust off metal surfaces.

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.

Welders use a variety of methods in their trade. Different types of welding are better suited for different purposes and contexts. For example, stick welding is a versatile form suitable for most metals and alloys. The most common types of welding include:

• Stick welding: $100–$1,000

• Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding: $250 and up

• Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding: $250 and up

• Gas welding: $150 and up

• Forge welding: $15–$25 per hour