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Avatar for SOCAL STEELWORK WELDING AND FABRICATION
SOCAL STEELWORK WELDING AND FABRICATION
5.0(
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+2 more

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"WROUGHT IRON REPAIRS I just had a two section portion of our fence repaired. Initially we thought it would need to be replaced as it was bowed and several of the welds had broken loose at the base of the vertical bars, and not to mention it's 31 years old. We fortunately found SO CAL STEEL WORK on YELP. The owner, Dylan Barnett, came within one day and easily repaired by cutting about an inch out of the top horizontal bar and rewelding the vertical bars at the base. He also repainted the affected areas. He has all his equipment mounted in the bed of his truck. This company is an asset to our neighborhoods. His info: Lic#1114968, @Socal_steelwork, [email protected] 949-456-3757, Dylan Barnett"
Recent work
Recent work
Recent work
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Recent work

+75

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Palm Steel Inc.
Palm Steel Inc.
5.0(
25
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Metal Structure or Object - Create CustomSteel Beams (Custom) - Fabricate

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Both the owner and his staff are professional in their knowledge of their work as well as the high quality of their product. They are honest, hard working and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a great experience with this company."
Downstairs handrail
Base plate shoe cover
Upstairs rail
Finished Handrail
Left Canopy View

+9

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Bernal Construction
Bernal Construction
4.5(
38
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Wrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Raul did a great job for us. He took over a bathroom remodel job that had been started by another contractor. We know contractors don't like to do this, but Raul was willing to take on the challenge! He was excellent at communicating with us throughout the project, and kept to the budget. We would definitely recommend him!"
Kitchen design & Appliances
Kitchen layout
Kitchen detail & countertops
Master Bath
Guest Bath

+11

Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Harber Home Development
Harber Home Development
5.0(
10
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Wrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Solana Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Probably the most Communicative contractor I have ever worked with before in my life. I have owned several properties in my lifetime had multiple projects done on each one of them and from start to finish Jim was very transparent In pricing and end expectation . I will definitely be recommending Harber Drywall ans coatings in the future and using them fir future projects"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Painting - Interior Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Drywall Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Welding questions, answered by experts

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

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. 

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.

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.

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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