What do most welders charge per hour?

• <div><p>Welders typically charge about <b>$65 to $150 per hour</b>, often charging a minimum fee to cover overhead and travel as applicable. Even if the job takes less than an hour, you’ll still pay the minimum charge to cover the welder’s transportation costs if they come to you. You may still pay a minimum price if you take your project to the welder, as they still have overhead of a workshop and materials to expense.</p></div>

Is LVL more affordable than steel I-beams?

• <div><p>Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">cost of a steel I-beam</a>, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists. </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 various elements influence the cost of assembling a unit?

• <div><p>Costs depend on unit complexity, labor, wall mounting needs, and additional accessories like floating shelves.</p></div>

Q: How many metal sheets will I need?

• <div><p>The average roof requires about 17 metal sheets, but that varies according to house size and roof style. Each roofing sheet takes about five minutes to measure and cut, though this depends on your level of experience. If your roof has a steep slope, gables, and skylights, for example, it may require extra sheets to account for waste. Roofs with a steep slope over 3:12 typically require more sheets because the pitch adds extra inches. How much exactly you will need depends on the height versus the width of the roof. If you are unsure of the calculations, check with a local roofing professional.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2019
Mike did an excellent job in working with a unit that parts are no longer available. He fabricated a replacement part and the unit is as good as new. Due to an unforeseen problem, had to make a return trip and didn't charge extra over the estimate. Would highly recommend Mike to anyone who needs...
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Reviewed in December 2017
Had the absolute pleasure of working with Randy and Snow for a remodel of a 1920s bathroom. They were true professionals throughout the entire process. Randy's quote was competitive and he delivered an exceptional finished product. There were the anticipated but impossible to plan for delays...
Refined Restoration
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Reviewed in August 2016
Anita was hired as a paint/color consultant. She also consulted with a realtor over some questions related to restoration of home which.exceeded my.expectations.
Spectacular Design
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Reviewed in September 2015
We were very unhappy with our roofing experience with Giron. We received estimates from three companies, but decided to go with Giron based on their good Angie's List reviews. Apparently this was the wrong choice. From the beginning, communication with the company was extremely poor. From...
Giron Roofing Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2015
We built our home in 2008 and have many custom windows, none of which have screens. They are commercial aluminum windows push-out windows, and at first glance have no convenient way to install screens on them. After trying, and failing miserably, to make my own screens using hardware store...
Screenman Inc
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Reviewed in November 2013
This project started out positive as this was the only company the showed up and provided the most professional details and doccumentation of services, licenses and certifications. All of the provided information was way above anyone else. After deciding to go with this company we sent a 1/3rd...
Pacific Exteriors, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2012
When I dropped my car off to have the windshield replaced the person just took the keys and said it would be done in about 2 hours. When I picked it up some of the metal on the edge of my hood was bent, a plug was missing. A few days later my new windshield was leaking. It had a crack on it and...
HUMMINGBIRD AUTO GLASS
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Reviewed in August 2011
I have used them a lot in the past. They are super conscientious and absolutely do what they say. Most of what they have done has been in my family home and they are really great about trying to minimize the impact of the project on the family. They always bring their own port a potty so they...
REVIVE CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in April 2008
I had a little trouble getting in touch with Rich, we played phone tag for almost a week before finally getting in contact. (He would call once a day around noon and when I didn't answer my cell, he'd leave a message, but wouldn't answer his phone for the rest of the day.) Once he came, he gave...
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