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Grant Thompson McNeely LLC
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Steel Beams (Structural) - Install

Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mountain Metals Welding and Fabrication LLC
5.0(
4
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+1 more

Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We were looking for someone to fabricate a floating staircase and handrails for our remodel project. Mountain Metals arrived quickly and on time to look at our project and estimate the job. I was amazed at how fast the turn around and install was achieved. The finished project fitment was excellent and the welds were superior amongst other similar applications Iâ ve seen. The owner was very polite and helpful figuring out exactly what we needed. Highly recommend"
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Stairs Handrail 1

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Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Superior Welding & Metal Work, LLC
5.0(
2
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+3 more

Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"THERE ARE NOT ENOUGH WORDS TO EXPRESS MY GRATITUDE TO SEAN COFFEY OF SUPERIOR WELDING AND METAL WORKS! HE WENT OVER AND ABOVE TO HELP ME! I BECOME TEARFUL WHEN THINKING ABOUT HIS KINDNESS! HE IS VERY PROFESSIONAL, AND HAS MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE! I WOULD RECOMMEND HIM TO EVERYONE FOR EVERYTHING TO DO WITH WELDING... THANKS SEAN!"
Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr. Welder
4.1(
7
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create CustomMetal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut+3 more

Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Mr. Welder, as they show up on time, are professional, very respectful, and are a great value for the cost. Their welding is very clean, they are great at thinking outside the box, and are a pleasure to have around"
Metal Mantle
Steel Beams
Metal Fabrication
Steel Beams
Metal Railing

+17

Response time7 hrs
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

While a high-speed circular saw will cut through metal, and even cut through multiple sheets at once, the fast-spinning saw blades create a lot of heat. This heat can damage paint and other protective coatings, leading to serious problems like rust over time. The cost to paint a metal roof again to avoid this damage is typically an additional $0.50 to $1 per square foot.

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.

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. 

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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