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Diamond Plumbing & Heating, LLC
3.7(
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Serving Stonington, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Amilcar was professional from the start to the finish. He was efficient too. He was very neat and kept the work area clean. I will certainly call on Diamond Plumbing and Heating again should I need service of the type they provide"
4 High Efficiency Combi Install
Sewer main replacement
Surrey Ln
Clay sewer main replacement
Clay sewer main replacement

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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Sonart Construction Corp.
2.3(
7
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Serving Stonington, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."
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John Coon General Contracting
5.0(
7
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Serving Stonington, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Overall excellent experience. Will definitely hire again. Workmanship was great. Communication was prompt and professional. The project took much longer than expected due to weather and material issues but came out great in the end."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coastal Weld Craft LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Stonington, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ryan did some extensive structural welding on my project 1965 Mustang. His work is impeccable and reliability is assured. I would use him any time when needed. Marty"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Choosing the right metal fabricator for your project begins with research. Find a reputable fabrication company by searching for reputable contractors in your area, and then reviewing photos of their previous work, customer reviews, and photos of the company’s workshop.

Once you’ve narrowed down the list, contact the companies to ask about the types of metal fabrication projects they specialize and inquire about guarantees and warranties on workmanship. You should also ensure the company uses high-quality material, and ask about the schedule and turnaround time for your proposed project.

To maintain custom or fabricated metal structures and extend their lifespan and appearance, perform regular cleaning, apply rust prevention treatments, and use protective coatings.

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

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