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AF Welding, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

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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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Response time2 days
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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FiveStar Steel
5.0(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

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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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Response time3 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Esparza's Welding
4.9(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Esparza's Welding took my custom design for my front curved porch railing and correctly executed my design to my satisfaction. Also the install was professionally well done."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Vulcan Welding & Fabrication
5.0(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Vulcan welding & Fabrication\n strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.\n

Response time4 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Ceazor Fence
4.6(
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Serving Forest Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I can't say enough about this company. Showed up an hour after I spoke with Ceazor. Brought his son to help with the repairs which were done very professionally and in a timely manner. For them to come out on Thanksgiving Day meant alot to me. I would reccommend them highly."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
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TP Fabrication
5.0(
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Serving Forest Park, 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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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.

This all depends on the tools you have on hand and whether you’re trying to cut a straight line or shapes. 

The best tool to use for straight lines is either a circular saw or table saw. When cutting shapes, a jigsaw will be the easiest and most precise tool to use. 

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.

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, you can use a saw to cut metal pipes. The best saw to use is a reciprocating saw, but even a fine-tooth hacksaw can get the job done. No matter which saw you use to cut metal pipes, wear protective gear, like work gloves, safety goggles, and ear plugs. Apply a firm, steady pressure to the tool, and always ensure the pipes are secured so they don't move while you make the cuts.

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