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Grow Your Metalwork Business

Connect with homeowners and businesses actively posting Metalwork jobs. Set your own rates and get matched with clients in your area.

Typical market rate: $75–$200 per hour

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MIG weldingTIG weldingplasma cuttingcustom fabricationpowder coatingornamental iron

Why Metalwork Businesses Choose GigNGo

Everything you need to attract clients, manage jobs, and grow your Metalwork business

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Ready-to-Buy Clients

Homeowners near you post Metalwork requests and browse local profiles. They have already decided they need help — your profile and your video are what they compare.

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Set Your Own Prices

You control your rates. Quote Metalwork jobs at $75–$200 or whatever reflects your expertise. No platform commission on your first 5 jobs.

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Local Jobs Only

Get matched with Metalwork jobs in your service area. Set your radius and only see relevant opportunities — no wasted time on out-of-range requests.

Build Your Reputation

Collect verified reviews from every Metalwork job. A strong GigNGo profile builds trust and justifies premium pricing for quality work.

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Mobile-First Platform

Manage your Metalwork business from anywhere with our iOS and Android apps. Respond to hire requests quickly and keep track of your jobs.

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Instant Profile Setup

Create your profile in minutes. Add your Metalwork skills, service area and a short video of real work — no lengthy approval, nothing to pay upfront, no contracts.

Understanding the Metalwork Market

What clients expect and what drives business growth in this category

Metalwork fabrication uses MIG, TIG, and stick welding, plasma cutting, angle grinders, and press brakes to fabricate custom structural steel, ornamental iron, aluminum railings, gates, and decorative elements. TIG welding produces clean, precise beads for stainless steel and aluminum visible welds; MIG is faster for structural carbon steel; stick welding works on dirty or rusty metal in outdoor settings. Surface finishing uses grinding, sandblasting, and powder coating or paint for corrosion protection.

Clients need custom metal components that fit exact dimensions, carry required structural loads, and have a finished appearance matched to the architectural context.

Licensing & credentials: AWS (American Welding Society) CW (Certified Welder) certification validates welding process qualification; licensed contractor for structural steel work on building projects.
$75–$200
Typical Metalwork rate (per hour)
$0
Platform fee on your first 5 jobs
5 min
Average profile setup time

How It Works

Start growing your Metalwork business in 4 simple steps

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Create Your Profile

Sign up free and show your Metalwork skills, certifications, service area and a short video of real work

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Browse Local Jobs

See Metalwork jobs posted by clients in your area who are ready to hire now

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Send Quotes

Quote jobs with your custom pricing. Clients see your reviews and profile alongside your bid

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Get Hired & Grow

Complete jobs, collect 5-star reviews, and watch your Metalwork business expand

Metalwork — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from clients booking Metalwork services

What is the difference between MIG, TIG, and stick welding?

MIG (wire feed) is fast and easy for steel fabrication; TIG uses a tungsten electrode for precision welds on stainless and aluminum; stick (SMAW) works in dirty/windy outdoor conditions where wire feed isn't practical.

What is powder coating and why is it preferred over paint?

Powder coating applies electrostatically charged dry powder baked at 400°F to form a durable, chip-resistant finish far thicker and more uniform than liquid paint — standard for outdoor metal fabrication.

Can stainless steel and carbon steel be welded together?

Yes — using 309 or 312 stainless filler rod bridges the metallurgical difference. The dissimilar joint is weaker than a same-metal joint and requires proper heat management to prevent carbon migration.

What gauge steel is appropriate for a custom gate?

Residential walk gates: 1/8-inch (11 gauge) tube or angle; vehicle gates: 3/16-inch tube with heavier hinges and frame. Over-engineering gates prevents sagging and hinge failure.

How do I prevent weld spatter from rusting on visible work?

Remove all spatter by chipping and grinding before painting; apply a rust-inhibitive primer (zinc-rich or red oxide) before topcoat; powder coat is the most durable option for outdoor metal.

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