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AF Welding, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great results! Smooth welds. Looks like there was never a problem. Alex was very open about what he would do, explained when asked, and ensured the safety of others near the work. I feel that Alex will be my "go-to guy" for future welding needs."
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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 Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Willie was more than the professional we needed. As General Contractor's we often use these services to repair our wrought iron fences. Also, this contractor offers fabrication for metal and fence installation. We're continuing our relationship of services with this contractor for our properties large and small. Thanks Willie."
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+43

Response time3 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
All American Fabrications, Inc.
4.8(
133
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company! Greg was terrific to work with; the job ran a little behind due to the powder coating company, but Greg spent his day off installing our railings. I've have already referred them to several people. My railings are beautiful! Thank you, Greg!"
Juliette Railings
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Exterior Railing
Stairs with Railings
Juliette Railing

+1

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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TP Fabrication
5.0(
1
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Serving Des Plaines, 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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Aluminum step repair
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Aluminum step repair

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My Property Masters
3.7(
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I spoke with Daniel on 1st day, we conversed back and forth. Right away he stated they could fix the door to close properly. Sent pics, he gave quote and stuck by that amount. Later we wanted door plate done as well. Extra amount was fair. The worker was most efficient and no nonsense, didn't stop until he was done. Very happy. Will choose again for other projects for sure."
Response time8 hrs
265 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Rhodium Contractors
4.3(
7
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Moises and his crew did a great job .They were clean, efficient and and knowledgeable when it came time for their input . My Fiancé is very very picky and she could not of been happier with the outcome of both the quality of the work and pricing . A totally awesome experience . In fact we will be having them back later this summer for additional projects"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

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

Yes, but you’ll need reliable steel-cutting tools and safety gear to get started. Shipping containers are typically around ¾ inch thick, so it’s entirely possible to cut through them, but experience and the right equipment are very important. When possible, try to get a container as close to the size you want it as possible.

The best thing to cut metal pipe is a durable pipe cutter that is made for metal. You may want to measure the diameter of the pipes before purchasing a pipe cutter to ensure it will be able to cut your metal pipes. Opt for a heavy-duty option to cut through metal like steel or cast iron.

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.

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