What questions should I ask a welder before hiring?

• <div><p>There are a few things you can ask welders before you hire them to get an idea of their experience and ability levels:</p><ul><li><p>Are you licensed and certified?</p></li><li><p>How long have you been in the welding business?</p></li><li><p>Do you commonly do the type of welding I need?</p></li><li><p>Do you offer any kind of warranty for your work?</p></li><li><p>Do you charge by the hour or by the project?</p></li><li><p>How long do you expect my welding project to take?</p></li><li><p>What steps do you take to minimize errors in your work?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What building materials are in Federal architecture?

• <div><p>The most idyllic building material that encapsulates the feel of Federal architecture is a brick facade, often with bricks alternating between long side and short side. Palladium and arched transom windows are also prevalent, as are flat, white window lintels. More ornate Federal architecture buildings also include columns on either side of the front door. More important than most of the finer details, though, is the symmetry from the exterior. On the interior, ornate plaster moldings and plaster ceiling medallions are indicative of the style.</p></div>

Q: What materials are commonly used in sheet metal repairs?

• <div><p>Common materials used include aluminum, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and copper, each selected for their properties suited to specific repair needs.</p></div>

Q: Can I do my own welding?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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&rsquo;t have the proper equipment. As such, it&rsquo;s usually better to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-things-consider-when-hiring-welder.htm">hire a professional welder</a> for your welding projects.</p></div>

Q: What is the best tool to cut metal ducts?

• <div><p>The best tool for cutting metal ducts depends on the duct's shape and thickness. For round ducts, a duct cutter provides accurate, clean cuts. Reciprocating saws equipped with metal-cutting blades are versatile and suitable for both round and rectangular ducts. They offer speed and precision, especially for thicker metal. </p><p>Tin snips are handy for intricate cuts or smaller ducts. However, an angle grinder with a metal-cutting wheel is powerful and efficient for large or thick metal ducts. </p></div>

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Ethan did a full landscape restoration for us. The work was exactly what I asked for and looks fantastic. He was very easy to work worth and reasonablely priced. He was quick, set expectations and met them. Highly recommend!
Above The Horizon LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
Do not hire unless you get everything in writing of what he will do &amp; what is charged. Quoted me $3000 and was ok w/payments since I did not budget for the project. It then went up to $6500 which was ok but still a stretch. I gave him a down payment of $3500 on 5/3 &amp; did not see...
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We were very pleased with the work done at our cottage A new metal roof and replacements of sky lights was done. The workers did a great job and cleaned everything up when they were finished. All the work was done in a timely manner. We have already receive compliments on the roof. Excellent...
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Reviewed in September 2020
I am pleased with the shingle look of my metal roof and the 50 year warranty. I chose the Vista Brown color as it was similar to our previous shingle color. I was impressed at how quickly the job was finished, just over one and a half days. The mess was minimal since the original rood did not...
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No-pressure sales process, promised what they delivered, and installation was quick & easy. Had half of my windows replaced the first go-round, and quickly noticed the difference...the new windows did not fog up during hot & humid weather, while my old ones still did. And my upstairs is...
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Professional, punctual, friendly and FAST. I was a little wary going into it since last moving company we used (back in 2014, wish I could remember the name) were either hustlers or incompetent and I'm certain that they were dragging their feet in order to drive up the price of the job (ended up...
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I have been using Schmitz Construction for general remodeling work for over 15 years!! Began with replacement of eave vents (required scaffolding - safety is their priority); followed by modification of a deck handrail to stabilize the handrail installed by another contractor. Completed full...
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Roof-to-Deck Restoration did an excellent job on my project. I asked them to try to get the job done before a scheduled graduation party we were having, and they were extremely accommodating. One of their employees - Charlie - went above and beyond in cleaning our retaining walls, steps, and...
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Northstar Restoration found Matt for me as part of a bigger project. Matt came over and we looked at the windows and discussed the optimum solution to prevent future rainwater infiltration. The next morning I had an estimate in my email desribing exactly what we had discussed. I printed it...
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Here at One Sixteen Auto & welding services we strive to provide the best service to all our customers. We specialize in European and Asian vehicles, we also offer various welding services both in house and at location. Give us a call to get a quote today!

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