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Top-Rated Welders in Cary - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Allison's Welding
Allison's Welding
5.0(
11
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh replaced our wooden porch railing with wrought iron. He did exactly as we wanted based on pictures we sent him, at a reasonable price, and exactly in the timeframe he said he could do it. He is very meticulous and professional and we would recommend him to anyone and use him again if we have a need. Thank you Josh!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Lee's Welding & Maintenance
Lee's Welding & Maintenance
4.9(
9
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+3 more

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Joshua was able to help me with some custom rails i wanted to install. Joshua was very knowledgeable and completed a top notch job. Can't say enough about his professionalism. Always communicated with us as he progressed with the job. Response was very timely. I highly recommend Joshua Hunter at Lee's Welding in Franklinton NC."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Donnie's Metal Works, LLC
Donnie's Metal Works, LLC
4.9(
13
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairWrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Donnie to repair the welds on the folding legs of our ironing board which we've had for over 10 years. We took the ironing board to his shop and waited for it. Donnie was pleasant and informative about what needed to be done and then said, "not a problem; I can fix it." It only took him 15 minutes to complete the job. The ironing board is as good as new and we couldn't be more pleased. His price was very reasonable. We also learned that Donnie is a certified welder, having graduated from trade school. He is young, smart and courteous. We could not be more pleased and would definitely use him again for any other welding needs."
Wrought iron fence
Wrought iron fence
Wrought iron fence
Wrought iron fence
Wrought iron fence

+3

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
S & J Welding
New to Angi
Metal Structure or Object - Weld or CutMetal Stairs and Railings - RepairWrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! \n \n

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Cardinal Metal Craft
Cardinal Metal Craft
4.9(
5
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Metal Structure or Object - Weld or CutMetal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create Custom+1 more

Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin replaced our front porch metal railings and added metal railings to the back porch. We are so very pleased with our new railings. Kevin impressed us at the initial consult visit. He listened carefully to what we wanted and thoroughly explained his work process and what to expect. Kevin took care to protect the exterior of our house during the job and cleaned up after each day. The railings are beautiful!! Impeccable work!! Please contact Kevin at Cardinal Metal Craft. We highly recommend this company if you are wanting to replace or add metal railings to your home or business."
Exterior Wrought Iron Handrail
Interior Modern Railing
Exterior Wrought Iron Handrail
Interior Modern Railing
Exterior Wrought Iron Handrail

+38

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Welding FAQs, answered by experts

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

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.

It will likely take an experienced pro less than an hour to install a ground rod, which is another reason why letting them handle the job is such a good idea. Safety concerns aside, it would likely take you much longer to install a ground rod if you decided to take this one as a DIY job.

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.

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