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Welding by El Cuhh
4.8(
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Serving Kirby, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did outstanding welding work on an almost impossible job to pull off. Friendly and arrived on time. I could not have been more pleased. Based on my experience with El Cuhh, I highly recommend him."
1st bbq build
1st bbq build
2nd bbq build
2nd bbq build
2nd bbq build

+16

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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M. G. Welding & Fences
4.4(
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Serving Kirby, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marvin was the first person who contacted me about my project and I informed him that I wanted to get two more bids before I made my decision. After getting the two other bids I ended up going with Marvin at MG welding. He completed my job within the same week that I contacted him. I would TOTALLY hire him again =)"
Custom made rails
Custom made entry door
Exterior patio rails
Custom made rails
Entry gate

+59

Response time3 days
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MG Welding Fences and Gates
4.3(
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Serving Kirby, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Galan showed up, quoted us a reasonable price, and did the work. He not only did the welds but primed and painted them. I would recommend him to anyone,"
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+53

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Noah's Ark Fencing
5.0(
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Serving Kirby, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed to get our fence replaced due to Hoa. So a friend recommended Noah ark. We called for a quote. Wendy is super sweet to talk to. Mark came out to look They gave us a couple options to stay within our budget. We're so glad we chose this company. They took 3 days. (We had a lot of fence) very nice, professional. My fence looks great."
Two Tone Vinyl
Wood fence and gate
Wrought Iron fence
Custome Gate
Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

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.

This all depends on the tools you have on hand and whether you’re trying to cut a straight line or shapes. 

The best tool to use for straight lines is either a circular saw or table saw. When cutting shapes, a jigsaw will be the easiest and most precise tool to use. 

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.

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.

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