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Thell welding & Fabrication
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

"Excellent attention to detail. One job turned into multiple after seeing the quality of work. Very knowledgeable/helpfull throughout the process."
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main offroad welding
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"They were great and looks good. They work and beyond. I have no problem recommending them and will use their service again. Everybody uses main Offroad will be satisfied."
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JD Metal Fab
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Offers commercial services

"Did our 316 stainless piping for Agri Systems. He was hard to get a hold of and had some scheduling conflicts but exceeded our deadlines and did great work. Seemed very knowledgeable. Will be doing expansion work for us in the future."
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Hampton Enterprise LLC
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Emergency services offered

"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."
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Grunwald and Sons LLC
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 4 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today

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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Cutting rectangular ductwork requires careful measurements and the right technique. Use a measuring tape and pencil to mark the cutting lines accurately. Tin snips are excellent for straight cuts on smaller ducts. For more extensive or thicker rectangular ducts, a reciprocating saw with a metal-cutting blade is effective. 

Ensure the duct is well-supported and secure while cutting to prevent wobbling and maintain precision. After cutting, use a metal file to smooth any sharp edges, ensuring safety during installation. 

Since water heaters are primarily made of metal, they’re commonly accepted by scrap yards and collectors. Don’t expect to fetch a high price, though—water heaters are mostly steel and aluminum, which aren’t high-value metals. Some components are made of more valuable metals, like brass and copper, but they’re a small portion of the heater and won’t affect the price much.

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.

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