Is a wood or steel beam better in a home?

• <div><p>A steel beam is stronger than a wood beam and requires fewer vertical supports underneath, which means it’s a better option for larger structures or if you want an open space under your home that doesn’t have posts as obstructions. However, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">steel I-beams cost</a> more than wood ones, and they can be difficult to install retroactively, as getting them into the basement area can be challenging, if not impossible.</p></div>

Is LVL more affordable than steel I-beams?

• <div><p>Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">cost of a steel I-beam</a>, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists. </p></div>

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Q: Why are they called Lally columns?

• <div><p>Lally columns are named after their founder, John Lally, who owned a construction company in the 1800s. He invented the columns as a means of providing temporary support for beams and rafters in homes his company was renovating. The original Lally columns were also made of steel, although the inventory used a thicker gauge metal, which provided additional support for larger projects and long-term structural solutions.</p></div>

Q: How long does metal fabrication take?

• <div><p>Most projects take 1-4 weeks, depending on material sourcing, design intricacy, and required finishing treatments like powder coating or galvanization.</p></div>

Q: Why choose bespoke metal fabrication for your project?

• <div><p>Custom metalwork offers durability, design flexibility, and unique aesthetics tailored to specific needs.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2020
he came out quickly and assessed the mower deck, took it home and fixed it, at a reasonable price, Will definitely use him again for handyman services. highly recommend, great person.
Master of Repair all Around the House, LLC.
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Reviewed in May 2019
Larry went over and beyond the call of duty! I am so pleased with the work he did and will certainly hire him again. I was nervous when everything started breaking down in the house and didn't know where to begin. Larry made the entire process smooth and easy. He explained what needed to be...
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Reviewed in March 2012
We originally spent more than we normally would to purchase an office chair, but it was "The Exact Right Chair" so we made the investment. In less than two years, metal under-seat portion of my office chair (the part which provides the tilt/swivel, as well as the platform which secures that...
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Reviewed in February 2023
Great company. Very professional and helpful. Brian and his staff fabricated a custon catylitic converter cage guard for me. Excellent!! Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in June 2013
I delivered to sconces, we discussed a solution to what I needed. Once we decided the best course of action, I was asked to leave the sconses overnight. I picked them up the next day. The job was complete clean and asthetically pleasing.
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Reviewed in August 2012
I dropped it off on Wednesday and we picked it up Thursday. My husband took it back to the office and it's working great.
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Reviewed in November 2012
Dwayne was very friendly and helpful. Turn around time was extremely quick. Price was very reasonable. The only negative is that now my tree cover smells like smoke, something being left outside should remedy, however. Would recommend him to others.
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Reviewed in February 2016
I dripped off the broken birdbath and picked it up a few days later. The job looked great and have now sand blasted same and ready to re paint shortly. This is an older bird bath in which I "saved".
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Reviewed in March 2013
I needed to make modifications to the chassis of a motorcycle sidecar. I created a dimensioned drawing and a full size wood model of the needed modifications for use as a template. I dealt with Jerry Probst. After explaining the job to him in detail he said he could handle it. The work was...
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Reviewed in October 2017
Jerry recently made up some custom steel columns that are supporting a two level- deck under a new sunroom to be built 20 feet in the air, plus an additional new deck 20 feet in the air as well. He made up the columns with custom brackets/attachments welded on the job and helped us get them...
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