What questions should I ask a welder before hiring?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:</p><ul><li><p>Are you licensed and certified?</p></li><li><p>How long have you been in the welding business?</p></li><li><p>Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?</p></li><li><p>Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?</p></li><li><p>Do you charge by the hour or by the project?</p></li><li><p>How long do you expect my welding project to take?</p></li><li><p>What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What is the difference between metal casting and metal fabrication?

• <div><p>Metal casting involves creating a prototype and a mold into which metal is poured and allowed to cool and set up. Pieces are cast in molds, making the reproduction of many identical pieces more efficient for larger quantities. Metal fabrication involves creating pieces and welding them together into a larger project, involving more skilled manual labor than metal casting. Fabrication can be more cost-effective in smaller runs but can become less efficient for producing mass quantities of identical pieces.</p></div>

Q: What are other methods of changing stainless steel color?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t want to rely on paint to change the color of your stainless steel surface, there are a few other methods, but they require specialized equipment and skills. Some examples include powder coating, applying pigmented powder via an electrostatic gun, and electrostatic painting, which uses wet paints and has a less durable finish. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/powder-coating-cost.htm">cost of powder coating</a> is <b>$40 to $600 per part</b>, and electrostatic painting averages <b>$60 per hour</b>.</p></div>

Q: Do welders need to be licensed or certified?

• <div><p>Some states require welders to be licensed and certified, while others don&rsquo;t. However, it&rsquo;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&rsquo;re less likely to make a mistake that could be detrimental to your home. Use Angi&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to determine whether your potential hire has a welding license.</p></div>

Q: Can you use a saw to cut metal pipe?

• <div><p>Yes, you can use a saw to cut metal pipes. The best saw to use is a reciprocating saw, but even a fine-tooth hacksaw can get the job done. No matter which saw you use to cut metal pipes, wear protective gear, like work gloves, safety goggles, and ear plugs. Apply a firm, steady pressure to the tool, and always ensure the pipes are secured so they don't move while you make the cuts.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2011
Called for an estimate, dropped off material at his shop and he had the cap built in two days and it was a perfect fit!
MC NAIR SHEET METAL AC & HEAT
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Reviewed in May 2010
Since I've used them in the past on "uh ohs" I had them bid and eventually do the remodel project on my home in Fayetteville. During emergent times they are very prompt. In a bidding project they were very competitive and reasonable. Quality ALWAYS wins in the long run!!
Industrial Maintenance Assistance
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Reviewed in March 2012
It was a major deal because it had to be precise and they did a real good job. They were clean and dependable. Our overall experience with them has been awesome. They are a little expensive. They are good so we are willing to pay more money because we like quality stuff.
MC NAIR SHEET METAL AC & HEAT
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Reviewed in January 2013
Usually, people buy the metals whether they get the blueprints and then they have the foundation poured; but we already had the foundation in, so we had to do it a little bit different. We had to have the concrete poured and then go to the metal company with all the measurements. Then they had...
Marathon Metals
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Reviewed in September 2020
I would highly not recommend them. They were not skilled, cut the boards too short, the paint was messy. They did not provide the service I requested. As a business owner myself, they were not professional. They told me to take my money and have someone else fix it. It cost me double to fix...
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