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Avatar for All Metal Welding
All Metal Welding
4.7(
109
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Wrought Iron Fence - Repair or WeldSteel Beams (Custom) - FabricateMetal Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Mckinney, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I used All Metal to repair two gates at my yard in Frisco Lakes. He arrived as planned and explained his suggesions for the repair. The work he did was excellent and I will use him again when I need other welding or cutting work. I recommended him to my neighbor, and while he was in the area he did work there. Very pleased with the job he did. 5 stars."
Boat trailer
Metal gate frame
Gondola
Response time4 hrs
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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DTX Welding & Construction
5.0(
22
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Wrought Iron Fence - Repair or WeldMetal Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Mckinney, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Always extremely responsive. Pays attention to detail. Has the experience and knowledgeable for all types of fabricating and welding and many more talents. Responsible and professional. Highly recommended. I will continue to use Sergio for all of my projects."
Custom steel planters
Custom steel planters
Custom steel planters
Custom steel planters
Custom steel planters

+22

Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Welding questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Choosing the right metal fabricator for your project begins with research. Find a reputable fabrication company by searching for reputable contractors in your area, and then reviewing photos of their previous work, customer reviews, and photos of the company’s workshop.

Once you’ve narrowed down the list, contact the companies to ask about the types of metal fabrication projects they specialize and inquire about guarantees and warranties on workmanship. You should also ensure the company uses high-quality material, and ask about the schedule and turnaround time for your proposed project.

The Mckinney, TX homeowners’ guide to welding services

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