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Sierra Steelworks LLC
4.2(
10
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service and quality work from Nick at Sierra Steelworks. He was able to come by the same day and knocked out a handrail re-weld job at our house quickly and at a great price. Thanks again, Nick!"
Sierra Steelworks
Sierra Steelworks
Sierra Steelworks
Sierra Steelworks
Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Summit Fence
5.0(
2
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Summit Fence and their employees are phenomenal! My project was initially discussed, clarified, estimated (price), confirmed in writing and scheduled to begin in a very reasonable amount of time. I was expecting to have to wait much longer and was pleasantly surprised that I was not having to wait as long as other contractors were estimating. Our job lasted one more day than originally thought, however, considering that the employees had to hand dig near buried utilities in order to avoid any costly damage, I was not bothered in the least with this delay. It was to be expected and appreciated. We were always notified when they arrived in the morning, and the foreman/supervisor (Ryan) made several visits to oversee that the project was being completed according to plan. Communication was NEVER LACKING with this company!!"
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+114

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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American River Fence
3.5(
20
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

American River Fence is a small owner operated company. We specialize in all types of fencing. Wood, Iron, Chain-Link, Vinyl, barb wire, field fence, gate operators, access controls.\nWith over 23 years in the trade, whatever your residential, commercial, agricultural, or industrial fencing needs, we can handle it. \n\nWe also offer emergency operator services.

Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall

+114

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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On - Site Welding and Equipment Repair
5.0(
6
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

School Handrails
School Handrails
School Handrails
School Handrails
Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
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Sam Weathers Welding
5.0(
6
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sam is always on point, on time, and on budget...I needed a couple of custom jobs done...He made exactly what I needed and...went the extra mile to exceed my expectations...I will definitely be using Sam in the future..."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+11

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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H&S Steel Fabrication LLC
4.7(
7
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Responded quick. Came over and showed/explained what I would like done. He got everything done exactly how I pictured it. Very polite and made sure everything was cleaned. Highly recommend and I will be calling back to have him fabricate another project for me."
Fencing Project
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+4

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Welding questions, answered by experts

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 welding projects, such as repairing pipes or fences, require travel, whereas others, like furniture repair, do not necessarily require the welder to come to you. Travel and overhead factor into the overall cost of your welding project. Some of the most common welding projects include:

  • Metal furniture repair: $35–$100

  • Pipe repair: $200–$1,000

  • Small gates: $550–$750

  • Fencing: $1,200–$1,800

  • Fabricated sheet metal welding: $750–$2,500

It will likely take an experienced pro less than an hour to install a ground rod, which is another reason why letting them handle the job is such a good idea. Safety concerns aside, it would likely take you much longer to install a ground rod if you decided to take this one as a DIY job.

The average cost for a welding project is about $300, with typical costs ranging from $125 to $490. However, prices can be as low as $125 for very small jobs or exceed $1,200 for large or complex projects. Welders typically charge an hourly rate between $65 and $150, depending on their experience, and many charge a minimum fee to cover overhead and travel expenses. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including labor, the cost of materials like metal rods and shielding gas, the type of metal being welded, the project's size and complexity, and your geographic location. For a precise quote, it's best to ask a local welder for an estimate based on your specific project.

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

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