What questions should I ask a welder before hiring?

<div>There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:<ul><li>Are you licensed and certified?</li><li>How long have you been in the welding business?</li><li>Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?</li><li>Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?</li><li>Do you charge by the hour or by the project?</li><li>How long do you expect my welding project to take?</li><li>What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?</li></ul></div>

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Last update on August 17, 2025

Reviewed in October 2023
We had an emergency situation and he responded promptly and even missed his sons hockey game to get us up and running again. The work he did was amazing. You can trust him with any of your welding needs.
3G Fabworks
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Reviewed in June 2023
Nick was very professional. Returned calls gave me a time frame to get work done and actually was able to provide his services sooner . Fixed my 24â boat trailer. Welded a new section of metal tube stock , same dimensions as the original . Came out super and I know Iâ ll be safe towing...
Carbone's Welding and Fabricating Services
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Reviewed in June 2017
I think he did a really good job, but he had some welding and I think he took a little bit of a shortcut on his stones and copper piping. For their quality, nothing's gone wrong yet. He was very responsive, he came right out. He was here when he said he would be. He was very, very, smart. It...
ACME Heating & Air
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Reviewed in December 2014
It was a bad one. There was one thing after another. When my mother moved up here, it was supposed to be a six week turn around time for her to get her place, get it rehabbed and then move in. It turned into six and a half months. He basically went there when he had time and when he didn't have...
Get It Done Home Improvements
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Reviewed in October 2011
After having the lift for a season or so, it was starting to bend out of shape from just lifting the car as it should. When I took it back, the owner Steve Naples accused me of driving over it with my car but reluctantly agreed to fix it. Upon arriving to pick up the lift after repair, I found...
Hole-In-One Motorsports
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Reviewed in May 2009
Contacted Elite Welding Services, and Shawn came out to asset the project. He came back within a day and gave us a quote. He was very professional, but unfortunately his quote was just too high for the work that needed to be done.
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Welders in Plainfield

America's Backyard Fencing & Decking

1909 South Briggs Street

America's Backyard Fencing & Decking

1909 South Briggs Street

199 local quotes requested

26 years of experience

At America’s Backyard we understand the value that is placed on your family's outdoor enjoyment, that is why our team of professionals takes the time to understand your vision and needs for enhancing your backyard. We will guide you through our process of installation and materials used. We discuss all options with you to make sure you are purchasing exactly what you want and need.

"Project handled Perfectly! Very good communication, showed up on time and did a good job. Very professional and responsive to all concerns. Will hire again !!"

Prabhjot M on August 2025

"Project handled Perfectly! Very good communication, showed up on time and did a good job. Very professional and responsive to all concerns. Will hire again !!"

Prabhjot M on August 2025

K BROTHERS FENCE, INC.

K BROTHERS FENCE, INC.

Customers say: Quality work

46 local quotes requested

37 years of experience

Here at K Brothers Fence we have over 35 years of experience specializing in providing and installing high quality Low Maintenance Aluminum, Low Maintenance Vinyl, and Chain Link fences and Decks. Our service area covers over 75 towns and villages in the Southwest Chicagoland area. K Brothers Fence offers both residential and industrial/commercial fence and deck installations with a wide variety of style options and colors to choose from. Year-round Dog Adoption and Veterans discounts.

"From the ladies at the office to the installation guy’s nothing but hard working helpful respectful people. Went above and beyond what was asked for. Highly recommend going with them. Thanks"

Paul S on August 2022

"From the ladies at the office to the installation guy’s nothing but hard working helpful respectful people. Went above and beyond what was asked for. Highly recommend going with them. Thanks"

Paul S on August 2022

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

140 local quotes requested

Fivestarsteel.net checkout the web page,all info on it. We offer welding, fabricating,mobile services for welding repairs, big or small. Certified welder. Railing repair specialists! Spiral staircases. Been in the welding and fabricating business for over 30 years, I am a certified welder.

"Amazing...showed up on time and the work he proformed was perfect"

Colleen W on August 2025

"Amazing...showed up on time and the work he proformed was perfect"

Colleen W on August 2025

Carbone's Welding and Fabricating Services

Carbone's Welding and Fabricating Services

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

30 local quotes requested

Carbone's Welding and Fabricating Services Takes great pride in experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide. It is our mission, to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"An emergency repair was needed for a piece of equipment vital to my business. Nick was able to perform a same day welding repair at my store within a matter of hours. He was fast and courteous as well. I would hire Nick for any project that might come up in the future."

Todd K on November 2024

Welding and small fabrication, along with mechanical maintenance services provided

Hello im rick im a welder at heart and do it every day i do have a small welder for small jobs of all kinds .but i guess u can say im like a jack of all trades but master of none but im pretty good at most of the things i do from painting inside and outsides of houses to landscaping lil bricck work .just ask and if i feel comfortable doing what you need ill be sure happy to get it done for you..

Chicago and Chicagoland Fence, Welding & Repairs. Owner operated: professional , efficient, affordable and fully insured. From a misaligned gate to a deck and patio addition on your house, we cover a wide array of residential and commercial projects. Located on the Near North side of Chicago, we travel all over the Chicagoland area. ChiWeld is a small team and you will be working personally with the owner.

Certified Welder, AWS certified specializing in pipe and structural welding. Repairs and fabrication projects are welcomed. 100% Mobile if needed and insured!

Weld, repair, fabrication we do it all anything you need done with welding involved we do I have been welding for 3 years and currently have 4 certifications We stand out form competitors from fast responses and trying to get you in our schedule as soon as we can get you in!!

Emergency services offered

We have a lot of experience doing complete interior tear down and remodeling weather a small repair of want to completely change your kitchen,bathroom,living room around we can get that done for you with the best price guaranteed.

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FAQs for welding projects in Plainfield, IL

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.

The average cost to hire a welder is about $300, with an average rate ranging from $65 to $125 per hour, depending on their experience and the project type and size. Aside from labor costs, some other charges you’ll need to pay include the cost of the welding material and the cost of the shielding gas that makes welding possible and safe. When you’re interviewing welders for your work, you can ask for an estimate based on your project specifics. In some simple cases, like welding gas lines or common welding projects, local welders may charge a flat hourly rate with add-ons if necessary.

There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:

Are you licensed and certified?
How long have you been in the welding business?
Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?
Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?
Do you charge by the hour or by the project?
How long do you expect my welding project to take?
What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?

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.

Some states require welders to be licensed and certified, while others don’t. However, it’s always a good idea to hire a licensed welder, regardless of requirements in your area, especially if you need welding for structural components of your home or gas lines. Licensed welders have gone through training and testing to prove their skills, so they’re less likely to make a mistake that could be detrimental to your home. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to determine whether your potential hire has a welding license.

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