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JL Welding
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Serving Gretna, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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National Contracting
New to Angi

Serving Gretna, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

We are a small business with the goals of becoming a leader in residential and commercial fabrication projects in the Gulfport and sourrounding areas, no job to big or small. We also offer some carpentry jobs as well. We offer military discounts and senior discounts. Give us a call , we offer free estimates on all of our work. Thank you.

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Designer Wood and Iron Works by Art
New to Angi

Serving Gretna, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every client in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job we will treat your home or your business, as we would treat our own.

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Jackson's Welding Services
4.8(
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Serving Gretna, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He welded a serious crack on my trike frame.. This guy is amazing at what he does.. Definitely my go to person for my future projects..."
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Nola Welding Works LLC
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Serving Gretna, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a repair made by another company and the repair did not last. I found this company and decided to give them a shot and since then I have hauled broken concrete from driveways, loads of debris, bobcats so forth and so on and have had no problems with the work they have perform. I would definitely use these guys again."
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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.

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.

It will likely take an experienced pro less than an hour to install a ground rod, which is another reason why letting them handle the job is such a good idea. Safety concerns aside, it would likely take you much longer to install a ground rod if you decided to take this one as a DIY job.

Your typical household tools will not cut a metal pipe. To cut a metal pipe, you’d need more specialized tools like a pipe cutter or circular saw. Do not attempt to use these tools without taking proper safety precautions and wearing safety gear. It’s usually safer to let a pro cut a metal pipe, especially if you’re not confident in your skills with a heavy-duty saw.

The average cost for a welding project is about $300, with typical costs ranging from $125 to $490. However, prices can be as low as $125 for very small jobs or exceed $1,200 for large or complex projects. Welders typically charge an hourly rate between $65 and $150, depending on their experience, and many charge a minimum fee to cover overhead and travel expenses. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including labor, the cost of materials like metal rods and shielding gas, the type of metal being welded, the project's size and complexity, and your geographic location. For a precise quote, it's best to ask a local welder for an estimate based on your specific project.

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