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Great Metal Design
4.3(
75
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomWrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

"Awesome! Fantastic! Best company I’ve ever worked with for home projects. Martin did a beautiful job fabricating rails, Ariel, Jason and Dominic were a joy to work with. Professional, efficient, great crew! Very best people, very best company!"
Los Altos
Los Altos
Preparing the installation
Welding stage
Side view

+67

Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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CALIFORNIA COAST CONSTRUCTION PROS
5.0(
9
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Metal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or CutSteel Beams (Custom) - Fabricate+1 more

Serving Scotts Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Abel did a phenomenal job on our concrete and new fence! Came out very beautiful and much better than we had imagined! You can tell Abel has very great attention to detail, and his team goes above and beyond for the best results! Very exceptional and jobs very well done! Pricing is very honest and reasonable. Highly recommend Abel and his team!"
Barn door closet
Bathroom
Horizontal 1x4 redwood
Metal 4x4 post painted with gloss black
3-4ft retaining wall 6x6 post set in 3ft with concrete and rot block to prevent from corrosion and 6ft fence on top

+55

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Welding questions, answered by experts

While a high-speed circular saw will cut through metal, and even cut through multiple sheets at once, the fast-spinning saw blades create a lot of heat. This heat can damage paint and other protective coatings, leading to serious problems like rust over time. The cost to paint a metal roof again to avoid this damage is typically an additional $0.50 to $1 per square foot.

Yes, but you’ll need reliable steel-cutting tools and safety gear to get started. Shipping containers are typically around ¾ inch thick, so it’s entirely possible to cut through them, but experience and the right equipment are very important. When possible, try to get a container as close to the size you want it as possible.

Cutting round ductwork requires precision and the right tools. A duct cutter, specifically designed for circular ducts, is ideal. First, mark the cutting line on the duct using a measuring tape and pencil. Then, position the duct cutter's blade on the marked line. Apply steady pressure, rotating the cutter around the duct. The sharp blade creates a clean, precise cut. Alternatively, a reciprocating saw with a metal-cutting blade can be used for larger round ducts. Ensure the duct is securely held in place while making the cut to prevent slips and maintain accuracy.

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

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.

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