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Sturdy Steel LLC
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a Fully Insured established Steel company built on the principles of strength, integrity, and quality Craftsmanship. We specialize in mobile welding/fabrication and can handle all of your steel needs. \nSteel Erection \nStairs \nRailings \nCarports \nGates/Fences \nAll Miscellaneous Steel\nResidential, Commercial, Industrial \nNo job to big or to small

Restaurant Patio
Residential Handrails
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20ft Gate
Spiral Staircase

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Brother Repair
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We 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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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Sigma Co.
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We are quality focused and customer service driven. We install automated gates and do welding repairs. Call us to set up a free estimate. All Angie's List customers receive a 10% discount.

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Welding & Erecting Services
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Serving Ames, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

For all of your Welding projects and repairs, look no further than Welding & Erecting Services. With over 15 years of experience in the area, we are a local professional who takes great pride in excellent work at a fair price. \n\nGive us a call... We look forward to serving you!

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New Orleans Louisiana
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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.

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.

Professional metal fabricators typically charge around $70 per hour, but the total cost of your project will depend on several factors. The largest cost drivers are the size, complexity, and design of the project, as well as the price and type of metal used. A good way to estimate the total cost is to multiply the cost of raw materials by four; typically, one-quarter of the total goes toward materials and three-quarters toward labor. Your geographic location can also influence costs, as labor and material prices vary by region.

The average cost for a welding project is about $300, with typical costs ranging from $125 to $490. However, prices can be as low as $125 for very small jobs or exceed $1,200 for large or complex projects. Welders typically charge an hourly rate between $65 and $150, depending on their experience, and many charge a minimum fee to cover overhead and travel expenses. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including labor, the cost of materials like metal rods and shielding gas, the type of metal being welded, the project's size and complexity, and your geographic location. For a precise quote, it's best to ask a local welder for an estimate based on your specific project.

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.

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