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Wilson Fabrication & Repair
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairMetal Structure or Object - Create Custom

Serving Republic, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We contracted Wilson Fabrication & Repair to perform restoration services on wrought iron railings at our home. Dillon's work was meticulous and exemplary. I highly recommend, and have scheduled other projects already, based on the great performance on this job. Excellent work!"
Railing Repair
Railing Repair
Dump Body Repairs
Dump Body Repairs
Dump Body Repairs

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Recommended by60%of homeowners
Franks Welding
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Metal Stairs and Railings - RepairSheet Metal and Ornamental Metal - Fabricate

Serving Republic, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We at Franks Welding, pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Costs depend on unit complexity, labor, wall mounting needs, and additional accessories like floating shelves.

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.

Cutting round ductwork requires precision and the right tools. A duct cutter, specifically designed for circular ducts, is ideal. First, mark the cutting line on the duct using a measuring tape and pencil. Then, position the duct cutter's blade on the marked line. Apply steady pressure, rotating the cutter around the duct. The sharp blade creates a clean, precise cut. Alternatively, a reciprocating saw with a metal-cutting blade can be used for larger round ducts. Ensure the duct is securely held in place while making the cut to prevent slips and maintain accuracy.

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