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Decor Iron Works
5.0(
69
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I required welding services for brackets in a DIY home project, and Decor Iron Works truly exceeded my expectations. Despite my project being relatively straightforward compared to the impressive work featured on their Instagram account, they completed the job promptly and precisely according to my specifications. I wholeheartedly recommend Decor Iron Works for all your welding needs."
Guard and Stair Railing
Guardrail and Handrail
Handrail
Outdoor Guardrail
Outside Guardrail

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Double-L-Welding
5.0(
7
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Would 100% recommend, for sure will be doing business again in the future, work was done properly as expected, he worked with my budget, out of other places that I asked to perform the job this was the best without taking away any quality performance! Thanks again"
Pedestrian Gates
Pedestrian Gates
Pedestrian Gates
Pedestrian Gates
Pedestrian Gates

+22

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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ERIK XHYRA
5.0(
12
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We had a great experience with this company! Erik and his guys were hired to build us our new shop from the foundation up; Their foresight and attention to detail has given us a great new working space!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Great Metal Design
4.3(
75
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

"Ariel and Great Metal Designs were outstanding on all fronts. Ariel quickly responded to my inquiry and helped diagnose the issue and propose a repair solution for our iron fence. He did this all through photos I shared with him, and delivered a practical and cost efficient solution. Within a day I had a contract and a scheduled repair. They are incredibly easy to work with, and Ariel is very personable and charismatic = this combination delivers an outstanding service experience. Would highly recommend to all!"
Los Altos
Los Altos
Preparing the installation
Welding stage
Side view

+67

Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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C F Services
4.8(
32
)

Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Creig was extremely professional and responsive.  He got everything done on the list (which grew by a couple of items during his first visit to the home to provide an estimate).  Due to the urgency of getting the home ready for professional photos and listed for sale, Creig agreed to perform the work on a Saturday, even though he already had one job scheduled that day.  He stayed until 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, in order to get the work done.  I will definitely call him again for any home repairs!
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for welding projects in San Mateo, CA

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.

The average cost to hire a welder is about $300, with an average rate ranging from $65 to $125 per hour, depending on their experience and the project type and size. Aside from labor costs, some other charges you’ll need to pay include the cost of the welding material and the cost of the shielding gas that makes welding possible and safe. When you’re interviewing welders for your work, you can ask for an estimate based on your project specifics. In some simple cases, like welding gas lines or common welding projects, local welders may charge a flat hourly rate with add-ons if necessary.

There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:

  • Are you licensed and certified?

  • How long have you been in the welding business?

  • Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?

  • Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?

  • Do you charge by the hour or by the project?

  • How long do you expect my welding project to take?

  • What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?

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 states require welders to be licensed and certified, while others don’t. However, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed welder, regardless of requirements in your area, especially if you need welding for structural components of your home or gas lines. Licensed welders have gone through training and testing to prove their skills, so they’re less likely to make a mistake that could be detrimental to your home. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to determine whether your potential hire has a welding license.

The San Mateo, CA homeowners’ guide to welding services

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