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Seven 13 Portable Welding & Metal Works, LLC
4.8(
52
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairWrought Iron Fence - Repair or WeldSteel Beams (Custom) - Fabricate

Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wonderful working with Cameron. The railing is exactly what we envisioned - and right on time. I would highly recommend Seven13Portable Welding & Metal Works."
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Valley Park Welding, LLC
5.0(
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+2 more

Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Family owned and operated since 1971, Valley Park Welding is here for any of your welding needs. With our third generation owners, we have the knowledge and experience to make sure your job is done right the first time! Please call for a free estimate. We look forward to working with you!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Wolf Fabrication
New to Angi
Metal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our welding and metal fabrication and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

Response time5 hrs
Most Wanted Metal Worx
2.8(
2
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Metal Structure or Object - Create Custom

Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail.\n\nFrom beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our client's concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
CF Handyworks
New to Angi
Metal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I’m Caleb—a veteran and reliable local handyman serving Wood River, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, and the greater St. Louis area. I specialize in handyman services, carpentry, and light electrical work, helping homeowners handle everything from small repairs to larger home improvement projects.\n\nWhether you need light fixtures installed, outlets replaced, drywall repaired, doors hung, trim work, or custom carpentry, I bring attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.\n\nI take pride in clear communication, showing up on time, and delivering clean, professional results. No shortcuts, no surprises—just quality work you can count on.\n\nSend me a message with your project details or photos, and I’ll help you get it done right.

DVD Shelf L Angle
DVD Shelf R Angle
Front R Angle
Back R Angle
Ceiling Lights Install

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All Welding
5.0(
5
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairSheet Metal and Ornamental Metal - FabricateWrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Wood River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Custom base for grandpas old porcelain sink from the 50's fish cleaning station. Aluminum base rotted....steve used old metal from burnt down cabin porch supports...he cut out the old and measured, cut, ground and welded a brand new base! Quick work and great price. WOULD RECOMMEND!!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Welding questions, answered by experts

Sawing your hot tub into more manageable chunks so it can be lifted easily into a truck takes several hours. Generally, 2.5 hours for smaller hot tubs and around 4 hours for larger ones with the help of one to two people. If money isn't a concern and you want to skip the physical labor, you can hire a pro to get the job done.

To maintain custom or fabricated metal structures and extend their lifespan and appearance, perform regular cleaning, apply rust prevention treatments, and use protective coatings.

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

Costs depend on unit complexity, labor, wall mounting needs, and additional accessories like floating shelves.

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. 

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