"Wellman Welding made a custom wrought iron railing for me, and did the most phenomenal job! It is so impressive and gorgeous! The owner of the company, Destin, Is timely and extremely respectful and communicates very well. I am beyond thrilled with his work, and will definitely hire him in the future."
Payne & McQueen Welding Co. delivers professional welding services across Metro Detroit, specializing in mobile repair, industrial maintenance, and custom fabrication. Our primary facility, Welding Concepts Training, allows us to take on large projects with precision equipment and a full fabrication setup. We pride ourselves on skilled work, fast turnaround, and reliable service.
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"Clay was contracted to repair our seawall. He has considerable welding experience and has previously worked on seawalls. He promptly completed the agreed work at a reasonable rate. I would hire Olmstead Welding again for other welding work."
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
Yes, you can cut up a box spring., but you’ll need to do so in layers. You can clear the fabric and fluff away to reveal the springs before removing them as well.
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.
Yes, but you’ll need reliable steel-cutting tools and safety gear to get started. Shipping containers are typically around ¾ inch thick, so it’s entirely possible to cut through them, but experience and the right equipment are very important. When possible, try to get a container as close to the size you want it as possible.
Welders use a variety of methods in their trade. Different types of welding are better suited for different purposes and contexts. For example, stick welding is a versatile form suitable for most metals and alloys.
The most common types of welding include:
Stick welding: $100–$1,000
Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding: $250 and up
Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding: $250 and up
Gas welding: $150 and up
Forge welding: $15–$25 per hour
The Temperance, MI homeowners’ guide to welding services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When you need help with a metal project and don’t have the expertise or the time, call an expert welder for your project. Here’s how to vet and hire a welder.
