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Fences Plus
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Wrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Arnie - Fences Plus contractor to add wooden stairs and a gate to my balcony, and I couldn't be happier with the result. His craftsmanship is top-notch, and he communicated clearly and politely throughout the process. He was always on time and his estimate was very reasonable compared to other contractors I considered. I highly recommend his services!"
Driveway gate using STK cedar and redwood trim.
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Paz Fencing
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairWrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Leo, the owner of Paz Fencing, and his hardworking crew did an outstanding job. They completed the entire project within a single day, and the quality of work exceeded my expectations. My wife was very pleased with the work, which meant a lot to us. I was on a tight timeline and needed everything done by a specific date, and Leo not only delivered but finished well ahead of schedule. I couldn’t thank him enough for making the process so smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend Paz Fencing for anyone looking for reliable, efficient, and high-quality work."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by71%of homeowners
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String Theory Construction
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Steel Beams (Structural) - Install

Serving Novato, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dana is knowledgeable, reliable and extremely talented. He helped us with a very complex master bedroom and bathroom addition which we absolutely love. Highly recommend"
Tiled deck
Tiled deck
Tiled deck
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Below deck composite soffit boards

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Response time2 days
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Welding questions, answered by experts

Your typical household tools will not cut a metal pipe. To cut a metal pipe, you’d need more specialized tools like a pipe cutter or circular saw. Do not attempt to use these tools without taking proper safety precautions and wearing safety gear. It’s usually safer to let a pro cut a metal pipe, especially if you’re not confident in your skills with a heavy-duty saw.

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.

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.

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

This all depends on the tools you have on hand and whether you’re trying to cut a straight line or shapes. 

The best tool to use for straight lines is either a circular saw or table saw. When cutting shapes, a jigsaw will be the easiest and most precise tool to use. 

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