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Rich's Dirt Works
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Metal Structure or Object - Weld or CutMetal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create Custom+2 more

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich Dirt Works came by and did a small demo project for me. I needed a small she shed tore down that was beginning deteriorate. Richard was very nice and seemed to know exactly what he was talking about. I would definitely recommend using this company!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Silver Line Construction Plus
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Steel Beams (Structural) - Install

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sergiy and his crew are great! I am remodeling my kitchen and they completed a handful of projects for me. They care about their work quality and are very professional. Sergiy was transparent with what work was being done and the associated costs. I would highly recommend Sergiy and his team!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Grant Thompson McNeely LLC
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Steel Beams (Structural) - Install

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Grant Thompson McNeely LLC is a full service licensed General Contracting company operating in the counties of Watauga, Ashe, and Avery. We specialize in major renovation and restoration projects. We are licensed to do both residential and commercial projects. Grant McNeely has been a licensed General Contractor since 2004. Cleanliness and craftsmanship are always at the forefront of every project that we do. We are prompt, professional and available to all of our customers.

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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.

To maintain custom or fabricated metal structures and extend their lifespan and appearance, perform regular cleaning, apply rust prevention treatments, and use protective coatings.

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

Welding is the process of using extreme heat—and, sometimes, pressure—to attach two pieces of metal. In contrast, metal fabrication is a more involved process that can include welding, sheet metal work, bending, and other forms of metal manipulation. Metal fabrication is a large-scale project that may or may not involve welding, while welding is more often a step in larger fabrication projects.

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. 

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