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4K Contractors, Inc.
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Metal Structure or Object - Weld or Cut

Serving Vancouver, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

4K Contractors Inc. is a full-service construction firm specializing in excavation, metalwork and general contracting—handling everything from site prep and earthmoving to structural steel and metal fabrication—while managing every phase of your project with clear communication, strict safety standards and on-time, on-budget delivery.

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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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Adams Affordable Fencing, LLC
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Wrought Iron Fence - Repair or Weld

Serving Vancouver, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"Adam did a great job! Very friendly, knowledgeable and very professional. Arrived on time , stayed late the first day to get the old fence down and all the posts in. Finished the job within the time stated. Did all his own welding on the gates too ! Built a beautiful, solid fence ! And the dogs loved him too :)"
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Welding questions, answered by experts

Welders use a variety of methods in their trade. Different types of welding are better suited for different purposes and contexts. For example, stick welding is a versatile form suitable for most metals and alloys. The most common types of welding include:

  • Stick welding: $100–$1,000

  • Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding: $250 and up

  • Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding: $250 and up

  • Gas welding: $150 and up

  • Forge welding: $15–$25 per hour

The cost to weld aluminum averages about $14 to $22 per pound. The type of metal factors into the overall cost of any welding project due to the cost of the materials and the expertise required to work with it. Some of the most common metals used by welders include:

  • Magnesium alloy: $7–$16 per pound

  • Low-carbon steel: $11–$12 per pound

  • Stainless steel: $13–$15 per pound

  • Copper/brass: $24–$29 per pound

  • Cast iron: $38–$79 per pound

  • Titanium: $60–$85 per pound

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.

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.

There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:

  • Are you licensed and certified?

  • How long have you been in the welding business?

  • Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?

  • Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?

  • Do you charge by the hour or by the project?

  • How long do you expect my welding project to take?

  • What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?

The Vancouver, WA homeowners’ guide to welding services

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