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Twin Ridge Metal
5.0(
5
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Metal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or CutMetal Stairs and Railings - Repair+3 more

Serving Big Bear City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Max and his team at Twin Peaks Metal did a fantastic job from measurements to completion in 2 weeks for a custom gate and 80 feet of wrought iron fencing. The workmanship is beyond great with excellent welds to top notch installation with powder coating. Maxâ s prices were also very competitive and I will certainly use him again if I need any additional metal or fencing work in the future. Thanks Max, Devin, and Garret for a job well done! ð ð »"
Home owners
Modern Driveway Gates
Home owners
Trellis
Home owners

+13

Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Palm Steel Welding
Palm Steel Welding
5.0(
2
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Metal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Big Bear City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hiring Palm steel welding was a great experience.The environment was professional, and Walter's expertise made it easy to get what i was looking for. I was very happy with his attention to detail.His commitment to quality work is evident. I will keep Palm steel welding in mind for future welding services reviewed by Marilyn"
Response time30 mins
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MUSEUM QUALITY RESTORATION SVC
4.6(
11
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Metal Structure or Object - Create CustomSheet Metal and Ornamental Metal - FabricateSteel Beams (Custom) - Fabricate+1 more

Serving Big Bear City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Emergency services offered

"The Chinese cabinet work was truly "museum quality". He did a far superior job than I thought possible and was very punctual and reasonably priced. He found things that needed to be done that were not visible before he started. He made these repairs without charging extra. I had to insist he accept payment for the extra work.
The bar stool wrapping was very clever. He accomplished a perfect wrap around arm surfaces that were themselves a continuous curve. The result was protection that looked like it was part of the barstool design (and probably should have been).
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Welding FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, but you’ll need reliable steel-cutting tools and safety gear to get started. Shipping containers are typically around ¾ inch thick, so it’s entirely possible to cut through them, but experience and the right equipment are very important. When possible, try to get a container as close to the size you want it as possible.

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?

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.

Professional metal fabricators typically charge around $70 per hour, but the total cost of your project will depend on several factors. The largest cost drivers are the size, complexity, and design of the project, as well as the price and type of metal used. A good way to estimate the total cost is to multiply the cost of raw materials by four; typically, one-quarter of the total goes toward materials and three-quarters toward labor. Your geographic location can also influence costs, as labor and material prices vary by region.

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.

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