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Fences Plus
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Wrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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String Theory Construction
5.0(
2
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Steel Beams (Structural) - Install

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

+13

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Done Right By White
5.0(
3
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"Joe was very thorough and professional. He did an amazing job and I have already told my friends and family about him. I have also had him do smaller jobs for me like removing old and putting in new toilet. Also Trim a tree in backyard and fix a deck. He's very handy and trustworthy!"
Took off siding and brick ,replaced with plywood and decorative rock
Deck
12×12 deck on pillars
16 ×22 ft deck stained
Carpentry flooring remodel guest house in backyard

+98

Recommended by100%of homeowners
360 Welding and Fabrication, Inc.
4.3(
2
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairSheet Metal and Ornamental Metal - FabricateWrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

At we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Welding questions, answered by experts

Cutting rectangular ductwork requires careful measurements and the right technique. Use a measuring tape and pencil to mark the cutting lines accurately. Tin snips are excellent for straight cuts on smaller ducts. For more extensive or thicker rectangular ducts, a reciprocating saw with a metal-cutting blade is effective. 

Ensure the duct is well-supported and secure while cutting to prevent wobbling and maintain precision. After cutting, use a metal file to smooth any sharp edges, ensuring safety during installation. 

Sawing your hot tub into more manageable chunks so it can be lifted easily into a truck takes several hours. Generally, 2.5 hours for smaller hot tubs and around 4 hours for larger ones with the help of one to two people. If money isn't a concern and you want to skip the physical labor, you can hire a pro to get the job done.

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.

The best thing to cut metal pipe is a durable pipe cutter that is made for metal. You may want to measure the diameter of the pipes before purchasing a pipe cutter to ensure it will be able to cut your metal pipes. Opt for a heavy-duty option to cut through metal like steel or cast iron.

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?

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