Is LVL more affordable than steel I-beams?

• <div><p>Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">cost of a steel I-beam</a>, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists. </p></div>

Why should I pick steel for my new support beam?

• <div><p>You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:</p><ul><li><p>Fire-resistant</p></li><li><p>Unaffected by pests</p></li><li><p>Longer-lasting</p></li><li><p>Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What factors affect fabrication costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on material type, labor, design complexity, finishing requirements, and installation needs.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect custom metalwork costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on metal type, fabrication complexity, labor, finishing, and shipping or installation requirements.</p></div>

Q: How long does metal fabrication take?

• <div><p>Most projects take 1-4 weeks, depending on material sourcing, design intricacy, and required finishing treatments like powder coating or galvanization.</p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2017
Excellent. I called first for a free estimate, Someone came the next day and took photos. Next day, received a written estimate, much lower than the overpriced misguided 'other vendor.' Approved quote online and the next day, bright and early, the repairs were done. Benji replaced my bent,...
The Gatekeeper
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Reviewed in June 2015
Fantastic. Method Garage Doors and Gates personnel (project managers, welders, gate and fencing builders) were very professional in designing, fabricating, installing the wrought iron pedestrian gates, a vehicle sliding gate, and the gate operator track. On the scheduled date of...
Method Doors & Gates
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Reviewed in January 2014
Weld new hinges on gate door as the originals had broken because they were improperly mounted in the first place.
Greg's Portable Welding
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Reviewed in February 2013
I had a very pleasant auto repair experience with these guys. The muffler was literally falling off of my car. I looked on Angie's List and found the listing for Joe's Muffler. I pulled up to the garage and the mechanic waved me in. He gave me a really reasonable price which I accepted. He...
Joe's Muffler & Brakes
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Reviewed in December 2012
The guy who came out made a lot of mistakes and use poor (even dangerous) workmanship. After re-plumbing the hot water heater, he either didn't notice or tell me that I also had a gas leak in the gas line to my hot water heater! I noticed it two days later, on my own, after he was long gone. In...
HITT PLUMBING CO
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Reviewed in April 2011
The old downspout, that burst in heavy storms last winter, was custom made of welded metal. It had a welded, angular jog to get around a plumbing access opening in the wall. The new ABS downspout has a pre-fab rounded elbow at the top and a straight pipe to the ground. The cost of a new...
Iselt Handymen Services
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Reviewed in March 2009
Luis is VERY punctual. For the estimate, he arrived an hour earlier than expected. The day of the job, I found him outside, an hour earlier, working on the car damage to the fence. Luis & his assistant worked quickly, fastening, welding, & painting.
5 Star Wrought Iron
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Reviewed in November 2008
Estimate was $6,750. I received several estimates from other companies, some lower, but this was just a job to them. Mitch was cheerful & creative. He could see that because of my disability, this job had to be done right. Both high & low power electrical circuits also had to be run. After...
California Electronic Gates
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Reviewed in November 2005
ON THIS PARTICULAR VISIT MY EXPERIENCE WAS VERY GOOD, I HAD A LEAK IN MY EXHAUST, THEY LOCATED IT IN A PART OF MY EXHAUST THAT WAS NOT LEGALLY REQUIRED TO BE THERE, SO THEY CUT IT OUT AND WELDED IN A NEW SECTION OF PIPE, ALL WITHIN HALF AN HOUR.
LA TORTUGA AUTO REPAIR
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Alex Ortega Welding Fabrication Services

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Alex Ortega Welding Fabrication Services

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Here at Alex Ortega Movil Welding Fabrication Services we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade for metal work including Welding, Fabrication, Wrought Iron etc. Also, we have a separate division of our business that does Solar Panel Cleaning. We are committed to quality from the beginning to the end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"They installed some outdoor stairs. Excellent communicators. Kept to a budget and stayed on a fast timeline."

Ahmed A on March 2024

"They installed some outdoor stairs. Excellent communicators. Kept to a budget and stayed on a fast timeline."

Ahmed A on March 2024

H Q Welding Services

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With years of experience the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from small repair to full service. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today. We look forward to working with you.

"They installed a hand railing at my front door that had to match the railing already installed ay my side door and they mailed it. Arrive on time, worked quickly and kept the work area neat. Swept up the after after they were done. Very happy with the job. 5 Stars. "

Sharon D on January 2025

"They installed a hand railing at my front door that had to match the railing already installed ay my side door and they mailed it. Arrive on time, worked quickly and kept the work area neat. Swept up the after after they were done. Very happy with the job. 5 Stars. "

Sharon D on January 2025

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