What questions should I ask a welder before hiring?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:</p><ul><li><p>Are you licensed and certified?</p></li><li><p>How long have you been in the welding business?</p></li><li><p>Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?</p></li><li><p>Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?</p></li><li><p>Do you charge by the hour or by the project?</p></li><li><p>How long do you expect my welding project to take?</p></li><li><p>What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

What is metal roof gauging?

• <div><p>When choosing a metal roof, consider not only the area of the roof but also the thickness of the panel, known as the gauge. Common <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/metal-roofing-gauges.htm">roofing gauge sizes</a> for metal roofs are 24-gauge and 26-gauge. The smaller the gauge size, the thicker the roof. Usually, a thicker gauge is ideal if your house is in an area that sees a lot of rain, snow, or hail, as it will be less likely to dent.</p></div>

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Q: How do you make stainless steel shine?

• <div><p>To restore an appliance&rsquo;s shine, clean the surfaces using a natural cleaning solution, and then use a mineral oil or olive oil and a soft microfiber rag to polish stainless steel surfaces in the direction of the graining. A little goes a long way, so dip the cloth in a small amount of oil. If you have any excess, continue with a dry part of the microfiber cloth to soak up any remnants.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of custom metal fabrication?

• <div><p>Custom fabrication ensures durability, design precision, and unique aesthetics tailored to your specific needs.</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 13, 2025

Reviewed in December 2020
Rocky Mountain Roofing did a superb job replacing my shingle roof with metal. They were informative, timely, and responsive. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Rocky Mountain Roofing Services LLC
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Reviewed in January 2020
After almost 3 weeks of being told I’d get a quote I finally spoke with jolene. She promised that by the end of the day I would have it. The only thing I got by the end of the day was an email saying that they couldn’t take on my project at this time because it was to complicated. My project was...
Green Mountain Contractors Inc
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Reviewed in July 2017
didn't want to drill through the metal, they made it happen! Panels look great onPerfect! Paul and Thomas make a dynamic team. Going from an asphalt shingle roof to a metal roof is not an easy task. They were very thorough! They explained every thing they were doing, as they went along! Careful...
EarthStar Energy Consultants, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
Tech showed up withing specified time frame. Work took less than an hour. He spent the rest of the hour inspecting the rest of the house's plumbing. Informed us that that all looked ok and told us how to prevent roots from blocking the system in the future.
TLC Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical
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Reviewed in July 2016
Other locksmiths were unwilling to do any work on a metal door frame, but this locksmith had the deadbolt sliding into the door frame in a matter of minutes. The second lock was missing a pin, and again the problem was fixed in no time. I have never seen anyone work so quickly and effortlessly...
The Lock Shop
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Reviewed in December 2014
The bottom line for me is that Christine is an excellent upholstery business who gave my lovely second hand sofa a much needed couch cushion update as the old cushions that came with it had lived a good life yet needed to be replaced with new ones in a fabric that was pet friendly. I received...
Christine Reisch Interiors
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Reviewed in November 2014
Delivery trucks had been stolen, so the two men sent to deliver and set up had to put it on the top of a personal truck and wiggle it off onto a dolly. Scary. Once in, they were awesome explaining everything and getting it ready to use the same night. I did have trouble with well water and...
Dreamstyle Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2014
Ok, but not sure house is not mold free yet. I was not present during inspection but I talked to Sean and he assured me there was no real problem with mold. He was very professional and If I need to have place cleaned I would not hesitate to use 911 restoration.
GotMoldUSA
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Reviewed in September 2013
Only complication was the power went out to our neighborhood prior to the job. But the job was done well and when the power was restored to the area, everything worked fine.
Libo Electric Inc
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Reviewed in June 2013
Brad was fantastic! He came early, pinpointed the problem right away and fixed it on the spot. It took about 10 minutes and cost around $100. He's honest and professional, and his rates are extremely reasonable. I had called Just Sprinklers first and was told I had to replace the entire valve...
By The Yard Landscaping & Irrigation
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