Is LVL more affordable than steel I-beams?

• <div><p>Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">cost of a steel I-beam</a>, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists. </p></div>

What do most welders charge per hour?

• <div><p>Welders typically charge about <b>$65 to $150 per hour</b>, often charging a minimum fee to cover overhead and travel as applicable. Even if the job takes less than an hour, you’ll still pay the minimum charge to cover the welder’s transportation costs if they come to you. You may still pay a minimum price if you take your project to the welder, as they still have overhead of a workshop and materials to expense.</p></div>

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Q: What materials are commonly used in sheet metal repairs?

• <div><p>Common materials used include aluminum, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and copper, each selected for their properties suited to specific repair needs.</p></div>

Q: How do you calculate welding costs?

• <div><p>The average cost to hire a welder is about <b>$300</b>, with an average rate ranging from <b>$65 to $125 per hour,</b> depending on their experience and the project type and size. Aside from labor costs, some other charges you&rsquo;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&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: How do pros ensure durability in metal installations?

• <div><p>Professionals ensure durability by selecting high-quality materials, precise fabrication, and proper finishing techniques. They perform meticulous installation and provide maintenance advice to extend the lifespan of metal installations.</p></div>

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Had 1st company come out to bid, told us it all needed to be replaced. Mid Kansas came out, inspected, and said one section needed replacement, but the rest needed leveling. Accepted Mid Kansas bid. When Mid Kansas came out to do the work, they said it all needed to be replaced and quoted me a...
Mid Kansas Seamless Guttering Inc
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Reviewed in October 2016
They showed up about a half an hour early and had the whole roof done and the area around the house cleaned up in 5 and a half hours. They used the synthetic felt. And caps like I asked and used metal valleys like I wanted. They painted other plumbing and air vents to match their new roof...
Pete's Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
They gutted our basement due to flooding. The service was excellent. We plan to have them back to redo our sheet rock and the rest of the finishing work.
ICT roofing and remodeling
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Reviewed in May 2015
Wonderful service, great communication. Clean up & restoration surpassed our expectations. Friendly & professional.
Stover's Restoration
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Reviewed in January 2015
I was very pleased with the folks at A & M Upholstery. I called on 12-16-14 to describe the work I needed done and I emailed a picture. I received a prompt call back from Felicia with a very reasonable estimate. We took our beloved grandpa's rocker in on the 17th and they were done by the 19th!...
A & M SUPERIOR UPHOLSTERY
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Reviewed in October 2013
Owner was pleasant and helpful to begin with. Work done was very punctual. However, I changed the fabric for the chair via phone and owner claims he had nothing in writing to show so I have a chair I hate. Cushions do not fit well. Seams are not always straight and buttons are not attached...
Affordable Upholstery
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Reviewed in August 2012
Normally I wouldn't go to the trouble of writing a company up for a termite estimate but this one stood way above the rest. I called for a termite estimate and the owner showed up on time, answered all questions and his estimate was a bit better than some others. His professionalism however was...
Bug Stoppers
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Reviewed in September 2011
We are extremely happy with the results of the renovation. Tracy was present at all times during the project and manage the ork our project with one assistant. There was a lot of attention to detail. Tracy made a point of explaining every step of the process to us. He also took the time to...
Classic Renovations, LLC
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