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Avatar for Magic Metal Ornamental Fabrication
Magic Metal Ornamental Fabrication
5.0(
33
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Came out to visit my son from Pennsylvania and noticed the loose front step railing at his new house. He told me someday he would fix it. But I told him it has to be fixed by Halloween for the safety of Trick or Treaters. Didn’t know who to call so contacted “Angi”. Magic Metal Ornamental Fabrication was the first and only service company to contact me. Was scheduled to come day before I was to return to my home in Pennsylvania but had phone call about breakdown of his truck on the parkway . He immediately rescheduled and came promptly on his scheduled appointment. He did a thorough job and couldn’t have been more pleased. Thank you!"
Fence
Swinging Gate
Fence Install
Railing Install
Railing for Walkway and Patio

+35

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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RamIrons
4.7(
30
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ram Irons called me the same day I requested a Pro metalworker. He came the next day and measured and gave me a fair price for a steel handrail on my front porch. I agreed and he returned to his shop and fabricated, returned and installed it the same day. I was impressed by his skills, quality of work and friendly demeaner. I would reccommend them to anyone who needs wrought iron help."
stainless bar/counter
stainless bar
break metal cladding around Fleetwood sliders
stainless runnel
2015

+3

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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360 Welding and Fabrication, Inc.
4.3(
2
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

At we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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John Arthur Welding Inc
5.0(
1
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Got work done the next day! Very professional. Communication is on point. Is a servant of the most high!"
Gazebo uprights
Gazebo uprights
Modifying outlets on mult
Modifying outlets on mult
Stack socket tool

+15

Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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William Handyman Service
5.0(
12
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He and his crew were amazing. The job is well done, in a very timely manner, the cost was quite reasonable, the clean up was excellent. I will hire him again!!"
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Welding questions, answered by experts

The cost to weld aluminum averages about $14 to $22 per pound. The type of metal factors into the overall cost of any welding project due to the cost of the materials and the expertise required to work with it. Some of the most common metals used by welders include:

  • Magnesium alloy: $7–$16 per pound

  • Low-carbon steel: $11–$12 per pound

  • Stainless steel: $13–$15 per pound

  • Copper/brass: $24–$29 per pound

  • Cast iron: $38–$79 per pound

  • Titanium: $60–$85 per pound

Since water heaters are primarily made of metal, they’re commonly accepted by scrap yards and collectors. Don’t expect to fetch a high price, though—water heaters are mostly steel and aluminum, which aren’t high-value metals. Some components are made of more valuable metals, like brass and copper, but they’re a small portion of the heater and won’t affect the price much.

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.

Choosing the right metal fabricator for your project begins with research. Find a reputable fabrication company by searching for reputable contractors in your area, and then reviewing photos of their previous work, customer reviews, and photos of the company’s workshop.

Once you’ve narrowed down the list, contact the companies to ask about the types of metal fabrication projects they specialize and inquire about guarantees and warranties on workmanship. You should also ensure the company uses high-quality material, and ask about the schedule and turnaround time for your proposed project.

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.

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