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Hot Sparks welding and fabrication
New to Angi
Metal Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceMetal Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

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Hot sparks welding and fabrication was founded by Anthony in 2013. After spending the beginning parts of his career as traveling pipe & structural welder throughout the united states, Anthony decided it was time to return to Maine to build his dream. A business run by a team filled with integrity & strength. focusing on creating the highest level of quality, fastest turnaround, and most importantly an unmatchable customer satisfaction!

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RPM Welding & Fabrication
New to Angi
Metal Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceMetal Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Appleton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

RPM Welding & Fabrication is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Install Stair Railings questions, answered by experts

No, high labor costs and the project's complexity make concrete stairs more expensive than steel or wood stairs. Wood steps cost between $100 and $200 per step, including labor and materials, while concrete steps are about triple, at between $200 and $600 per step. Building codes may also have stricter requirements for concrete steps, as they’re considered permanent, so you might also pay more for permits.

Standard residential stair treads need to be at least 1 inch thick. Open staircases without risers must be at least 1-1/2 inches thick. 

The best way to ensure safe stairs is to make sure they’re clean and in good condition. If you want to increase their safety, make sure your railings are in good condition, and if your stairs are wood, make sure the material is taken care of. Many people find carpeted stairs much safer due to the reduced chance of slipping, which we agree with.

Because a railing for concrete stairs is a safety feature, some locations require a permit to do the work, even for a residential setting. Check with your local building inspector to see if you need a permit. In most locations, the residential railing height code requires the handrail to be 34 to 38 inches off the ground. If you buy a concrete stair railing kit, the manufacturer almost certainly will ensure it fits this height requirement.

A new and safe attic ladder transforms the experience of moving between the attic and the main living space, facilitating regular use of the attic for different purposes. By carefully choosing an appropriate attic ladder, the risk of neglecting the attic and its stored items can be minimized, ensuring that the space remains functional and accessible.

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