What are the different types of metal fabrication?

<div><p>Metal fabrication is a large umbrella term that can include bending metal, welding, cutting, stamping, drilling, forging, and casting. Metal fabricators often have quite a few pieces of specialized machinery and experience in the different forms of fabrication, which means they’re able to handle many different forms of metal work. An experienced metal fabricator might be able to tackle everything from creating metal siding or roofing from raw materials to constructing a custom wrought iron fence.</p></div>

How much do metal fabricators typically charge?

<div><p>The average hourly rate for a metal fabricator is around <b>$70</b>, but the scope of your project will play a big role in your total costs. A good way to get an estimate for your metal fabrication project is to multiply the cost of raw materials by four. A quarter of your total typically goes toward material, and three quarters goes toward labor. Some factors that can influence your metal fabrication costs include the difficulty of your project, the metal you’re using, and your specified design.</p></div>

What is the difference between a welder, sheet metal worker, and a metal fabricator?

<div><p>A welder is a metal worker that uses heat and specialized tools to bind metal together, while a sheet metal worker more often uses cold methods to bend thin sheets of metal into shape for siding, roofing, or some other application. A metal fabricator might use one or both of these metal working techniques, along with others, to provide a wider range of services. In many cases, a metal fabricator is the most likely to be able to handle your metal project.</p></div>

Top 10 Best Metal fabricators and restorers in Foresthill, CA

Sierra Steelworks LLC

Sierra Steelworks LLC

22 local quotes requested

1 years of experience

Sierra Steelworks is owned and operated by lifelong foothill residents, dedicated to serving the community we call home. With years of experience in local trades, our goal is to provide a service to our neighbors that stands on honesty, integrity, and quality craftsmanship. As a dedicated and local fence and fabrication contractor, we take pride in our personalized approach to each project. From residential fences to commercial installations, our team ensures the highest standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

"Nick did a spectacular job. I came to our home to discuss what was needed, looked at the site, listened to what I had in mind, and proposed solutions that substantially improved the design/functionality of the project. Nick is smart, creative, customer oriented, as well as a gifted fabricated. I am very pleased with Sierra SteelWorks and Nick and highly recommend discussing your project with him. I would gladly hire him in the future."

Richard C on August 2025

Sierra Steelworks is owned and operated by lifelong foothill residents, dedicated to serving the community we call home. With years of experience in local trades, our goal is to provide a service to our neighbors that stands on honesty, integrity, and quality craftsmanship. As a dedicated and local fence and fabrication contractor, we take pride in our personalized approach to each project. From residential fences to commercial installations, our team ensures the highest standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

"Nick did a spectacular job. I came to our home to discuss what was needed, looked at the site, listened to what I had in mind, and proposed solutions that substantially improved the design/functionality of the project. Nick is smart, creative, customer oriented, as well as a gifted fabricated. I am very pleased with Sierra SteelWorks and Nick and highly recommend discussing your project with him. I would gladly hire him in the future."

Richard C on August 2025

New Generation Welding and Fabrication LLC

New Generation Welding and Fabrication LLC

52 local quotes requested

3 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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. Over 12 years experience

"New Generation was amazing. I requested help with a small welding job on a broken garage door hinge and they responded right away. After requesting pictures I was quoted a fair and reasonable price and they said they could come that same afternoon and do the welding on site. Arrived early and after looking saw there was another small crack which they said they would address as well but did not increase the charge. They fixed the broken garage door hinge and when installed everything works smoothly. Job well done. Will use again if need arises and would highly recommend. "

Trish W on June 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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. Over 12 years experience

"New Generation was amazing. I requested help with a small welding job on a broken garage door hinge and they responded right away. After requesting pictures I was quoted a fair and reasonable price and they said they could come that same afternoon and do the welding on site. Arrived early and after looking saw there was another small crack which they said they would address as well but did not increase the charge. They fixed the broken garage door hinge and when installed everything works smoothly. Job well done. Will use again if need arises and would highly recommend. "

Trish W on June 2025

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