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S&K Welding and Mobile Services
New to Angi
Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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CN Custom Steel Work
New to Angi
Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+2 more

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

From residential garage door repairs to large-scale commercial installations, we deliver dependable service and quality craftsmanship you can count on. We specialize in garage door repair, replacement, and installation for homes and businesses, along with hollow metal entry doors that provide lasting security and durability. Our custom metal fabrication services include railings, stair systems, signs, gates, brackets, and one-of-a-kind projects built to your exact specifications. Whether you need structural welding, decorative metalwork, or repairs, we combine precision, experience, and attention to detail on every job. Our fully equipped mobile welding service brings professional fabrication and repair directly to your location, minimizing downtime and keeping your project moving. We take pride in honest workmanship, reliable service, competitive pricing, and delivering results that are built to last.

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Borealis Mobile Welding
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+3 more

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a cracked frame on my old truck many miles from home.This man came to my location and fixed my frame within hours,and I am able to continue my journey safely. He was hard-working and polite. I felt blessed to have him repair my truck.He will go far in life with his work ethic."
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Response time5 hrs
Arthur Mobile Welding
New to Angi
Metal Structure or Object - Weld or CutSheet Metal and Ornamental Metal - FabricateWrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Arthur Mobile 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.

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All Pro Welding Service, Inc.
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+2 more

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

All Pro Welding Services, Inc., is a full service welding company. We are absolutely capable of handling any and all welding, and fabrication, jobs. We can do anything from ornamental to functional. We offer large grain elevators and bridges, as well as smaller ornamental and fabrication jobs. Your questions are always welcome. Thank you for your interest.

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K. Thomas & Sons Welding Services
New to Angi
Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Weld or CutSheet Metal and Ornamental Metal - Fabricate+1 more

Serving Charleston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

Some welding projects, such as repairing pipes or fences, require travel, whereas others, like furniture repair, do not necessarily require the welder to come to you. Travel and overhead factor into the overall cost of your welding project. Some of the most common welding projects include:

  • Metal furniture repair: $35–$100

  • Pipe repair: $200–$1,000

  • Small gates: $550–$750

  • Fencing: $1,200–$1,800

  • Fabricated sheet metal welding: $750–$2,500

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.

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

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.

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