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Burkholder Innovations LLC
5.0(
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Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went from a thought to a perfect transformation of my request. I have used them several times and I am more than pleased with his timely and perfection list work. Will definitely use again."
Custom gate add on
Custom fit gate
Stainless tig fabrication
Stainless tig repair
Stainless tig repair

+22

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Undrfire T Welding & Fabrication LLC
5.0(
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Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Most definitely did a marvelous job, very professional, courteous, and very knowledgeable of his skills i would highly recommend his work to anyone, he's the Best"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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LV Building Solutions
4.6(
21
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Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"LV Building Solutions installed a french drain and poured a concrete pad. Benito and Sergio did a fantastic job. LV Building Solutions is the only contractor I will use for home projects and improvments. You will not find anyone better that can beat their price. 5 Stars with one extra on top! Outstanding company! This is one happy customer."
Pergola and concrete work
Pergola on concrete slab
Pergola and concrete
Lean to metal roof
Lean to metal roof

+103

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

This all depends on the tools you have on hand and whether you’re trying to cut a straight line or shapes. 

The best tool to use for straight lines is either a circular saw or table saw. When cutting shapes, a jigsaw will be the easiest and most precise tool to use. 

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.

The average cost for a welding project is about $300, with typical costs ranging from $125 to $490. However, prices can be as low as $125 for very small jobs or exceed $1,200 for large or complex projects. Welders typically charge an hourly rate between $65 and $150, depending on their experience, and many charge a minimum fee to cover overhead and travel expenses. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including labor, the cost of materials like metal rods and shielding gas, the type of metal being welded, the project's size and complexity, and your geographic location. For a precise quote, it's best to ask a local welder for an estimate based on your specific project.

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