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’s the difference between a welder and a metal fabricator?

<div><p>Welding is the process of using extreme heat&mdash;and, sometimes, pressure&mdash;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.</p></div>

Q: How do you calculate welding costs?

<div><p>The average cost to hire a welder is about <b>$300</b>, with an average rate ranging from <b>$65 to $125 per hour,</b> depending on their experience and the project type and size. Aside from labor costs, some other charges you&rsquo;ll need to pay include the cost of the welding material and the cost of the shielding gas that makes welding possible and safe. When you&rsquo;re interviewing welders for your work, you can ask for an estimate based on your project specifics. In some simple cases, like welding gas lines or common welding projects, local welders may charge a flat hourly rate with add-ons if necessary.</p></div>

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Welders in Page

KBB Steel, LLC

40512 North 254th Avenue

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KBB Steel, LLC

40512 North 254th Avenue

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3 years of experience

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At KBB Steel LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!

Barenz Fabrication

1975 Shadow Valley Trail

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Barenz Fabrication

1975 Shadow Valley Trail

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5 years of experience

We specialize in custom decorative fences, fence repairs and security gates. We offer powder coating on all our security gates and some smaller fences. I have been in the fabrication industry for over 8 years with a small background in construction as well. We operate with a 2 man crew, so we can afford to keep pricing competitive.

Bigelow Metal Fabrication

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Bigelow Metal Fabrication

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Bigelow Metal Fabrication is a veteran owned and operated fabrication business. Where we fabricate steel, aluminum, and stainless projects of all steel types. We can incorporate wood and steel. We can do small parts fabrication and custom fabrication to include fencing, sheet metal work, and repair work.

Copper State Off-Road

2746 N Cassies Pl

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Copper State Off-Road

2746 N Cassies Pl

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5 years of experience

Fab shop specializing in custom roll cages, doors, bumpers, roof racks, and windshields for side-by-sides.

Dakota Equipment Manufacturing Inc.

2915 Idea Ave

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Dakota Equipment Manufacturing Inc.

2915 Idea Ave

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13 years of experience

Dakota Equipment Manufacturing Inc. (DEMI) is a small family-owned business with a big passion for heavy equipment manufacturing. With over 30 years' worth of cumulative experience and knowledge in the aggregate and mining industry, we stand behind each of our products. Our equipment is specially fabricated and designed for each customer and proudly made in the USA. DEMI offers a wide range of services from equipment maintenance, replacement parts & wear media installation, equipment design & plant layout, equipment rebuilds, custom turn-key crushing & screening operations tailored to your specifications. Today, DEMI Equipment serves the entire United States, Canada, and international markets. Our headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, and our service department is located in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Mobile Welding for Residential, and Commercial needs. On-site fabrication. Strutural, pipe, railings, fencing, corrals, steel buildings, heavy equipment, automotive, boat repair.

5 years of experience

Direct Machines is an industrial machinery sales company dedicated to selling manufacturing equipment to all online customers, from the job shop hobbyist to the large manufacturing corporation.

11 years of experience

24/7 weld repair, fabrication, design, fencing, custom fire pits, custom art work, custom exhausts and install. We specialize in process piping, pipe fitting, and welding. We are also proficient in specialty metals such as copper, stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium.

J.W. Griffith Construction

55 Palo Verde Circle

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J.W. Griffith Construction

55 Palo Verde Circle

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40 years of experience

5% discount for Angie's List members.

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FAQs for welding projects in Page, AZ

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.

The average cost to hire a welder is about $300, with an average rate ranging from $65 to $125 per hour, depending on their experience and the project type and size. Aside from labor costs, some other charges you’ll need to pay include the cost of the welding material and the cost of the shielding gas that makes welding possible and safe. When you’re interviewing welders for your work, you can ask for an estimate based on your project specifics. In some simple cases, like welding gas lines or common welding projects, local welders may charge a flat hourly rate with add-ons if necessary.

There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:

Are you licensed and certified?
How long have you been in the welding business?
Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?
Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?
Do you charge by the hour or by the project?
How long do you expect my welding project to take?
What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?

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.

Some states require welders to be licensed and certified, while others don’t. However, it’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’re less likely to make a mistake that could be detrimental to your home. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to determine whether your potential hire has a welding license.