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Aim High Industries
5.0(
3
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Metal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Chillum, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"On time, excellent communication, very fair pricing. Meticulous attention to detail and worked with great care, Obviously experienced craftsman. Rescued a DIY repair gone wrong and made it good as new."
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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H&C Welding Services
4.4(
37
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Metal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Chillum, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great professional work, railing looks like new. Saved be $2000 If I replaced it. Was at my home when he said he would be here. Completed the job and a very timely fashion. Very reasonable with pricing."
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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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.

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.

Professional metal fabricators typically charge around $70 per hour, but the total cost of your project will depend on several factors. The largest cost drivers are the size, complexity, and design of the project, as well as the price and type of metal used. A good way to estimate the total cost is to multiply the cost of raw materials by four; typically, one-quarter of the total goes toward materials and three-quarters toward labor. Your geographic location can also influence costs, as labor and material prices vary by region.

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.

Some welding projects, such as repairing pipes or fences, require travel, whereas others, like furniture repair, do not necessarily require the welder to come to you. Travel and overhead factor into the overall cost of your welding project. Some of the most common welding projects include:

  • Metal furniture repair: $35–$100

  • Pipe repair: $200–$1,000

  • Small gates: $550–$750

  • Fencing: $1,200–$1,800

  • Fabricated sheet metal welding: $750–$2,500

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