Why should I pick steel for my new support beam?

• <div><p>You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:</p><ul><li><p>Fire-resistant</p></li><li><p>Unaffected by pests</p></li><li><p>Longer-lasting</p></li><li><p>Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Are beams and joists the same?

• <div><p>No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.</p></div>

Q: Why are they called Lally columns?

• <div><p>Lally columns are named after their founder, John Lally, who owned a construction company in the 1800s. He invented the columns as a means of providing temporary support for beams and rafters in homes his company was renovating. The original Lally columns were also made of steel, although the inventory used a thicker gauge metal, which provided additional support for larger projects and long-term structural solutions.</p></div>

Q: How much do different welding projects cost?

• <div><p>Some welding projects, such as <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-repair-leaking-pipe.htm">repairing pipes</a> or fences, require travel, whereas others, like furniture repair, do not necessarily require the welder to come to you. Travel and overhead factor into the overall cost of your welding project. Some of the most common welding projects include:</p><ul><li><p>Metal furniture repair: $35&ndash;$100</p></li><li><p>Pipe repair: $200&ndash;$1,000</p></li><li><p>Small gates: $550&ndash;$750</p></li><li><p>Fencing: $1,200&ndash;$1,800</p></li><li><p>Fabricated sheet metal welding: $750&ndash;$2,500</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Do welders need to be licensed or certified?

• <div><p>Some states require welders to be licensed and certified, while others don&rsquo;t. However, it&rsquo;s always a good idea to hire a licensed welder, regardless of requirements in your area, especially if you need welding for structural components of your home or gas lines. Licensed welders have gone through training and testing to prove their skills, so they&rsquo;re less likely to make a mistake that could be detrimental to your home. Use Angi&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to determine whether your potential hire has a welding license.</p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in April 2024
Very reasonable pricing and does really great clean work. Amazing service to be able to weld at your location and at your best time convenience.
M D MOBILE WELDING SERVICES LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
The service manager George went above and beyond on my behalf. Even though my mower was out of warranty a few months. Let me say he got Troy built to to agree to replace my mower. But he told me because of a manufacturer defect the new mower would eventually experience the same problem. George...
Pruitt Outdoor Power
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Reviewed in October 2014
They arrived promptly, tore out the old concrete, and cleaned up thoroughly the first day. They dug the hole deeper than the original driveway, installed and tamped down a base layer of crushed rock, drilled for, and set rebar tie-ins, installed welded wire mesh reinforcements and a double-wide...
Bob's Big Red Services
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Reviewed in May 2014
We immediately liked Mike Schmidt when we met him for the first time when he came to our house to talk to us on how we wanted to remodel our kitchen and give an estimate. Mike is a positive person who is a great listener, very approachable, easy to talk to and always in a great mood. I...
Schmidt Construction
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Reviewed in December 2013
They were great! The furnace is working properly. Other than a little welding, you wouldn't even know they were in your home! They were VERY nice to work with.
A-1 United Heating, Air & Electrical
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Reviewed in July 2013
They installed the replacement in about an hour and a half despite having to have the catalytic converter delivered. They also re-welded all the surrounding exhaust pipe welds, and did a beautiful bead on all the welds. The price was very reasonable; the service relatively quick and friendly,...
All Pro Muffler & Brake
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Reviewed in May 2013
Unfortunately, my recent experience with Pella has not been a pleasant one and the follow up, product quality, and customer service I would expect from Pella as fallen extremely short of their reputation. The negotiations on the front end were terrible, poor communication, misguiding financing...
Pella Windows & Doors of Omaha & Lincoln
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