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Avatar for CANTU'S FABRICATION & WELDING SERVICES
CANTU'S FABRICATION & WELDING SERVICES
5.0(
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Serving Oakdale, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

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Emergency services offered

"Carlos did a excellent job on my fence. Made it very clear on what the process was going to be and when he would finish. He will be continuing to work on my future projects."
Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Abundant Metal Works LLC
4.7(
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Serving Oakdale, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you could give them 10 stars I would. They walked me through the whole process, no extra pricing surprises. There were unexpected issue due to my yard is not level. I was told about it and given options to choose. I like that I made my own decision. The job was completed on the date given. They also let me inspect after each portion was complete. You wonâ t be sorry if you choose Abundant Metal Works!"
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
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Double-L-Welding
5.0(
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Serving Oakdale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great. The work was excellent and efficiently done. Great comunication through the project. Would highly recommend."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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CenCal Welding
5.0(
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Serving Oakdale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"Daniel did amazing work! The contract process was easy and simple to understand. We had no issues with communication and no misunderstandings. Daniel performed the exact work I hired him to do with no complications. We love our new fence! And he completely it faster than what I anticipated. I would absolutely use him again and I would recommend him to anyone seeking fence/metal work."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CenCal Welding
5.0(
2
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Serving Oakdale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Daniel came out the same day I asked for an estimate and 4 days later came and installed the gate for my pool. The gate turned out beautifully. They did an excellent job!!! We’re beyond impressed with their professionalism, service, cleanliness, and on time. I strongly recommend them."
Double Swing gate/ T&G wood pickets
Folding security gate
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Gate with spear point
Custom Handrail

+4

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

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

Welding is the process of using extreme heat—and, sometimes, pressure—to attach two pieces of metal. In contrast, metal fabrication is a more involved process that can include welding, sheet metal work, bending, and other forms of metal manipulation. Metal fabrication is a large-scale project that may or may not involve welding, while welding is more often a step in larger fabrication projects.

Welders use a variety of methods in their trade. Different types of welding are better suited for different purposes and contexts. For example, stick welding is a versatile form suitable for most metals and alloys. The most common types of welding include:

  • Stick welding: $100–$1,000

  • Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding: $250 and up

  • Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding: $250 and up

  • Gas welding: $150 and up

  • Forge welding: $15–$25 per hour

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