Is LVL more affordable than steel I-beams?

• <div><p>Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">cost of a steel I-beam</a>, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists. </p></div>

Is a wood or steel beam better in a home?

• <div><p>A steel beam is stronger than a wood beam and requires fewer vertical supports underneath, which means it’s a better option for larger structures or if you want an open space under your home that doesn’t have posts as obstructions. However, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">steel I-beams cost</a> more than wood ones, and they can be difficult to install retroactively, as getting them into the basement area can be challenging, if not impossible.</p></div>

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Last update on November 19, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Fantastic! Professional, Diligent and Polite! Brian (Fonseca) a professional welder came with truckload of equipment and did a thorough job of welding our mailbox back to its post. He offered to repaint the mailbox and the post for a nominal extra fee and even fixed the hand and the lid which...
Mobile Fusion Welding
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Reviewed in February 2025
I hired Kenan thru Home Advisor and he completed the job before the deadline. I was very impressed with Kynan's service. Note that he came to my home with a mobile weld shop in the back of his van if I needed on-site work. I did not need it. But it was good to know. 1) Very punctual. He...
Ore Ambitions Welding
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Reviewed in December 2024
I use this company for all my welding needs. Vadim has welded custom pipe racks and shelves for our work vehicles. Amazing price and the quality is unmatched.
Defender Metal Works
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Reviewed in July 2023
Review for Service 1st Pros Heating and Air Conditioning In my hectic and fast-paced life I want to take a few minutes out of my day to share our experience we’ve recently had with Service 1st Pros Heating and Air Conditioning. I want to ensure that I include each of the individuals who...
Service First Pros
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Reviewed in January 2023
Responded quickly and did the job the very next day. Highly recommended for welding or soldering jobs around the house such as repairs to patio furniture, tables or anything metal. Great customer service
JJJ Welding Services
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Reviewed in November 2022
Tavius is a first-rate professional. He did a great job welding a broken leg onto my chair. I highly recommend him.
Meadows Welding
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Reviewed in October 2019
Had a small job I needed a porch railing welded, secured, and painted. I couldn t find anyone to complete the job until I found Southern Fab. They came, completed the job beyond my expectations, and cleaned up afterwards. I am very pleased with the work.
SouthFab
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Reviewed in September 2017
Cantsink was not the least expensive vendor but one of very few with the expertise and equipment to do this job! It is hard to get a commercial vendor to take on a residential job, but they were great to work with. This job took well over a month to complete. It included removing and...
Cantsink
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Reviewed in October 2015
Kevin himself came out and assessed the problems and immediately decided on a plan as to how to go about fixing these pieces of equipment. ( All this was done within 1 hour of me actually talking to him) After that he immediately went to work, all of the necessary equipment was in the back of...
Mailbox repair, Mobile Welding
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Reviewed in August 2015
We absolutely love our new windows. They are triple pane and have a very clean appearance. The Apex team was very helpful in allowing us to slip our installation schedule due to siding repairs. When the crew arrived, they were very fast on replacing the windows. All of our old rotting wood was...
Apex Energy Solutions Georgia
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