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AF Welding, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner, Alex, is personable, and professional. He and his assistant came at the appointed time and day, and made the repairs needed. The cost was reasonable, and I'm very happy with my good as new, handsome railing, and the safety it affords us. Thank you Alex."
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+198

Response time2 days
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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FiveStar Steel
5.0(
9
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Willie is great, went outside of the original scope of the project to solve a few problems. Sources parts and even fabricated a new post in his shop and returned to install. A railing and fence repair pro. Five Star Steel earned 5 Stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
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+43

Response time3 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Grover Welding
5.0(
10
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Reliable and responsible, with a fair rate and experienced suggestions. My wife and I found ourselves in a bind with an unfinished project when our welder’s machine broke. We reached out to several companies via Angi, but Kevin’s Mobile Fabrication and Welding exceeded our expectations in every aspect of the project. We received a call from Kevin within a few minutes of placing a request for an estimate. The same week, he came and reviewed the project, walked us through the process, gladly answered additional questions and came to complete the project for us as promised. The impressive part was his strong work ethic, as well as completion of the project within a limited timeframe, and excellent quality work. We highly recommend Kevin’s Mobile Fabrication and Welding for your projects, and we will be using his services again in the future."
finished rail
finished rack
installed gate
front porch rail
new side support

+113

Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
All American Fabrications, Inc.
4.8(
133
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg was very helpful in understanding what the job entailed and how it would be completed. We had stair railings that had rusted to the point that they were unstable. The installation was done professionally and Greg came out to check on it upon completion. No reason not to use them again if needed. Rich G. in Mt. Prospect"
Juliette Railings
security
Exterior Railing
Stairs with Railings
Juliette Railing

+1

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Mr. Precision Welding
5.0(
4
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Mr. Precision Welding, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Hinsdale project
Hinsdale
Hinsdale
Hinsdale
Hinsdale

+24

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of Wheaton-Hinsdale
4.7(
370
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Stephen Stevens did a great job installing my wine rack I sent him a picture and the measurements and he came prepared with everything he needed to complete the job. He did a great job."
Siding repair
Light replacement commercial
Deck rotten wood replacement
Gate repair
Gutters cleaned

+1135

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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TP Fabrication
5.0(
1
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Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Hello Im Thomas with TP Fabrication. We specialize in high-quality welding, fabrication, and maintenance services for industrial, construction, and farm clients.\nWhether you need custom fabrication, structural welding, or equipment repairs, we deliver durable, precise solutions tailored to your needs.Our services include:\nPrecision welding (MIG, TIG, Stick) Mobile and on-site repair. Custom metal fabrication availability with competitive pricing. With years of experience, we ensure top-notch craftsmanship to keep your operations running smoothly. Let us help with your next project!\nCould we schedule a quick call to discuss your needs?

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Dumptruck floor patch
Aluminum step repair
Aluminum step repair
Aluminum step repair

+9

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Welding questions, answered by experts

Professional metal fabricators typically charge around $70 per hour, but the total cost of your project will depend on several factors. The largest cost drivers are the size, complexity, and design of the project, as well as the price and type of metal used. A good way to estimate the total cost is to multiply the cost of raw materials by four; typically, one-quarter of the total goes toward materials and three-quarters toward labor. Your geographic location can also influence costs, as labor and material prices vary by region.

Since water heaters are primarily made of metal, they’re commonly accepted by scrap yards and collectors. Don’t expect to fetch a high price, though—water heaters are mostly steel and aluminum, which aren’t high-value metals. Some components are made of more valuable metals, like brass and copper, but they’re a small portion of the heater and won’t affect the price much.

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.

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

Welding is the process of using extreme heat—and, sometimes, pressure—to attach two pieces of metal. In contrast, metal fabrication is a more involved process that can include welding, sheet metal work, bending, and other forms of metal manipulation. Metal fabrication is a large-scale project that may or may not involve welding, while welding is more often a step in larger fabrication projects.

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