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Rich's Dirt Work

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Rich's Dirt Work

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Super Service Award
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6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Rich's Dirt Work 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.

"Rich's Dirt Work came out and leveled an area for an above ground pool. They were prompt, courteous, and very professional. They did a great job. I'd definitely hire them again. "

Gwendolyn E on August 2025

Rich's Dirt Work 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.

"Rich's Dirt Work came out and leveled an area for an above ground pool. They were prompt, courteous, and very professional. They did a great job. I'd definitely hire them again. "

Gwendolyn E on August 2025


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DKC Metalworks LLC

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DKC Metalworks LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

DKC Metalworks LLC. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by quality, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Vast knowledge of our trade along with ability are what make us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Metal fabrication and welding along with fence, gate repair and installation are our specialties. If you need your metalworking or fence job done professionally for a fair price DKC is the place for you. Our ability and knowledge of welding and fabrication allows us to take any fence job or further than most others. Gate replacement and repair, the ability to repair bent or broken panels or posts, and any other potential metalworking need that may arise are just a few examples of how we can offer a lot more than most others can. DKC Metalworks LLC.

"DKC did a great job welding my conveyer together. I run a local Carwash and I was recommended DKC Metalworks for the job. Worth Every Penny!"

Ian R on May 2022

DKC Metalworks LLC. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by quality, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Vast knowledge of our trade along with ability are what make us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Metal fabrication and welding along with fence, gate repair and installation are our specialties. If you need your metalworking or fence job done professionally for a fair price DKC is the place for you. Our ability and knowledge of welding and fabrication allows us to take any fence job or further than most others. Gate replacement and repair, the ability to repair bent or broken panels or posts, and any other potential metalworking need that may arise are just a few examples of how we can offer a lot more than most others can. DKC Metalworks LLC.

"DKC did a great job welding my conveyer together. I run a local Carwash and I was recommended DKC Metalworks for the job. Worth Every Penny!"

Ian R on May 2022


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Fabrication Formations LLC

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Fabrication Formations LLC

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on quality regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on quality regardless of how large or small the job.


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4M Welding LLC

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4M Welding LLC

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

4M Welding LLC 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.

"Do not trust Tom at all. See anyone else"

Chris B on March 2024

4M Welding LLC 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.

"Do not trust Tom at all. See anyone else"

Chris B on March 2024


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Piedmont Welding and Fab Works

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Piedmont Welding and Fab Works

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
97 local quotes requested

Mobile welding and fabrication company. We offer a full range of services. Such as container and trailer repair. We can preform all processes such as Mig, Tig, Stick, oxyfuel and many more. We can weld any weldable metals in the industry steel, aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and magnesium. Over 25 years of experience. Metal Fabrication & Restoration, Sheet Metal Repair, heavy steel repair, Welding and fabrication

"Great! Great response & follow up, completion was timely."

Stacey W on March 2024

Mobile welding and fabrication company. We offer a full range of services. Such as container and trailer repair. We can preform all processes such as Mig, Tig, Stick, oxyfuel and many more. We can weld any weldable metals in the industry steel, aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and magnesium. Over 25 years of experience. Metal Fabrication & Restoration, Sheet Metal Repair, heavy steel repair, Welding and fabrication

"Great! Great response & follow up, completion was timely."

Stacey W on March 2024


Carter's Mill Servies LLC.

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Carter's Mill Servies LLC.

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5 years of experience

Home renovation Such as framing, flooring installation, sheetrock hanging and finishing , tile installation, windows installation, exterior and interior doors. We also do land clean up Tree trimming, and shrub trimming as well.

Home renovation Such as framing, flooring installation, sheetrock hanging and finishing , tile installation, windows installation, exterior and interior doors. We also do land clean up Tree trimming, and shrub trimming as well.



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WM HOME SOLUTIONS J LLC

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WM HOME SOLUTIONS J LLC

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5 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Wilman did an amazing job. 10/10"

Jonathan M on June 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Wilman did an amazing job. 10/10"

Jonathan M on June 2025



Hale Fabrication

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Hale Fabrication

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5 years of experience

Repair welding Custom welding Metal gates Bbq grills/ smokers Furniture Decorative welding Metal trellises Fireplace screens/log gates & holders Fire pits Garden planters

Repair welding Custom welding Metal gates Bbq grills/ smokers Furniture Decorative welding Metal trellises Fireplace screens/log gates & holders Fire pits Garden planters

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Metal Fabrication and Restoration questions, answered by experts

Steel, aluminum, and galvanized metal prove popular due to their strength, adaptability, and longevity in variable climates.

Common hardscaping materials include coated steel or iron, asphalt, stone, concrete, and brick. Coated steel or iron provide durability and style for fences and gates while asphalt is a wallet-friendly option for driveways. Stone brings timeless beauty to steps, patios, and walkways. Concrete pavers and slabs are cost-effective, though they require more upkeep than stone alternatives. For a classic, upscale look, brick works beautifully in walls, walkways, and patios. Each material brings its own charm, so pick what fits your budget, style, and functional needs.

A few materials are most commonly used when it comes to building a frame for an outdoor kitchen: wood, steel, and concrete or brick. While there’s no best option overall, each material is better suited to different needs. Concrete and brick are typically more customizable than other options, but aren’t as resistant to inclement weather as steel. Wood is the most affordable pick, but it is more susceptible to rot, mildew, and heat than the others.

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.

Metal casting involves creating a prototype and a mold into which metal is poured and allowed to cool and set up. Pieces are cast in molds, making the reproduction of many identical pieces more efficient for larger quantities. Metal fabrication involves creating pieces and welding them together into a larger project, involving more skilled manual labor than metal casting. Fabrication can be more cost-effective in smaller runs but can become less efficient for producing mass quantities of identical pieces.

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