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>

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Q: What’s the difference between a welder and a metal fabricator?

<div><p>Welding is the process of using extreme heat&mdash;and, sometimes, pressure&mdash;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.</p></div>

Q: How do you calculate welding costs?

<div><p>The average cost to hire a welder is about <b>$300</b>, with an average rate ranging from <b>$65 to $125 per hour,</b> depending on their experience and the project type and size. Aside from labor costs, some other charges you&rsquo;ll need to pay include the cost of the welding material and the cost of the shielding gas that makes welding possible and safe. When you&rsquo;re interviewing welders for your work, you can ask for an estimate based on your project specifics. In some simple cases, like welding gas lines or common welding projects, local welders may charge a flat hourly rate with add-ons if necessary.</p></div>

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Patrick did a fantastic job on remodeling our kitchen granite countertop (Over 120 Square Feet) and installed 1,100 Square Feet of Tile for us. Showed up on time and offered us a very competitive rate. Would use him again, Highly Recommend him AAAAA +++++
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Reviewed in November 2013
Job was professional and only took several days. Going to take all future welding project to them.
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Reviewed in October 2013
Not finding a welder on the Tulsa Angie's list, I rolled the dice with the phone book and fortunately came up with a winner for my need. Many I saw in the phone book were large fabricators, that didn't appear to be doing such small jobs. I called him the afternoon before, he sounded eager to...
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Reviewed in April 2014
They came out and provided excellent service and were very professional about everything. They workedwith me to meet my budget and finished the job in half thetime estiatedto do. Simply put they are fast and reasonably priced, with an over all extravagant finish an clean welds.
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EXCELLENT WITH GREAT COURTESY FRIENDLINESS & GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR. HE FELT LIKE A GOOD OLD FRIEND FOR THE FIRST TIME MEET. I SHALL RETURN
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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent cleaning and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Welcome to A/C Fabworx where we specialize in bringing your wildest Auto, Boat, Aviation, and Craft dreams to life. Whether you're envisioning custom bumpers, roll cages, tube chassis suspension systems or any other aspect. Our in house fabrication team excels at turning your dreams into a reality. Our dedication to quality and accuracy is evident in our state of the art CNC Technology, providing CNC grade quality and precision for any project. With our CNC table at the heart of our operations we have the capability to meticulously craft any project with more exact specifications. We are experts in MIG and TIG welding services, skillfully working with materials such as mild steel, aluminum, titanium, and silica bronze brazing. Whether its on land, sea or in the air, our commitment to excellence ensures that every creation not only performs impeccably nut also reflects stunning craftsmanship. Contact us today and let's starting creating your next Adventure at A/C Fabworx.

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We are a local metal fabrication company, also specializing in all your electrical needs. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!.

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Welding services FAQs

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.

The average cost to hire a welder is about $300, with an average rate ranging from $65 to $125 per hour, depending on their experience and the project type and size. Aside from labor costs, some other charges you’ll need to pay include the cost of the welding material and the cost of the shielding gas that makes welding possible and safe. When you’re interviewing welders for your work, you can ask for an estimate based on your project specifics. In some simple cases, like welding gas lines or common welding projects, local welders may charge a flat hourly rate with add-ons if necessary.

There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:

Are you licensed and certified?
How long have you been in the welding business?
Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?
Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?
Do you charge by the hour or by the project?
How long do you expect my welding project to take?
What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?

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.

Some states require welders to be licensed and certified, while others don’t. However, it’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’re less likely to make a mistake that could be detrimental to your home. Use Angi’s state licensing tool to determine whether your potential hire has a welding license.

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