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Metal Manipulation Fabrication LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The work turned out perfectly. They were very good on keeping us updated on the progress and the communication was excellent. I've already recommended them to several colleagues."
Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A+ Fencing Solutions
5.0(
17
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Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Todd with A+ Fencing was absolutely wonderful to work with! Our new fence is beautiful! Great pricing, excellent quality and communication! They were very flexible with us and relieved a ton of stress. We will definitely be sticking with A+ Fencing for all future projects :)"
Horizontal custom
Japanese red Cedar
Custom in house fab.
side
Japanese red Cedar

+35

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
H&H Welding, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Hopkins Mobile Welding & Fab is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work\n\nHopkins Mobile Welding & Fab is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.\n \nWe look forward to working with you!

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Chavez Welding & Fabrication
New to Angi

Serving Yakima, WA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Got an idea you can?t find in stores? I create custom pieces with skill, creativity, and attention to detail ? whether it?s metalwork, home accents, or one-of-a-kind parts.\n Affordable\n Reliable\n Made to fit YOUR needs\n With more than 12 years of experience. If you can dream it, I can help build it. Send me a message and let?s bring your project to life!

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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.

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.

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 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.

Your typical household tools will not cut a metal pipe. To cut a metal pipe, you’d need more specialized tools like a pipe cutter or circular saw. Do not attempt to use these tools without taking proper safety precautions and wearing safety gear. It’s usually safer to let a pro cut a metal pipe, especially if you’re not confident in your skills with a heavy-duty saw.

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