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What can a blacksmith/metalworker help with?

Blacksmiths and metalworkers possess a unique set of skills that allow them to manipulate various metals for both functional and artistic purposes. Here’s what they can do:

  • Heating and Shaping Metal: Using techniques like forging, they heat metals such as wrought iron, steel, and copper to the right temperature to shape them into desired forms.
  • Metal Joining: Employing methods such as welding and riveting to join metal pieces securely.
  • Finishing Work: Applying finishes to metals to enhance durability and aesthetic appeal, including painting, powder coating, and patinating.
  • Custom Fabrication: Creating everything from ornamental gates and railings to bespoke furniture and sculpture.

What should I consider when hiring a blacksmith?

  1. Are a skilled company with a strong history of high standard projects  
  2. Have all the necessary licences and insurance needed to protect you and their workers 
  3. Have a good range of positive reviews from previous customers vouching for their reliability  
  4. Are offering the blacksmith services you need, and are available to carry out the work in the timeframe you need it to be completed by 
  5. Are quoting a price and payment option that you are happy with, having compared the quote with other metalworking companies  

How much do metalworkers cost to hire?

The cost of hiring metalworkers can vary widely depending on the specifics of the project, including the type of metalwork required, the materials used, the complexity of the designs, and the geographical location. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the factors that influence pricing:

Project-Based Pricing

Most metalworking projects are quoted on a per-project basis, which typically includes:

  • Material Costs: The type of metal used significantly affects the price. Common metals like steel and aluminium are usually less expensive than more exotic materials like bronze, brass, or copper.
  • Design Complexity: More intricate designs that require detailed craftsmanship or special techniques can increase the cost.
  • Scale and Scope: Larger installations or projects that require structural integrity, such as metal beams for buildings, can be more costly due to the additional material and labour required.

Labour Costs

  • Fabrication and Assembly: The labour involved in cutting, shaping, welding, and assembling metal can be extensive, especially for custom or intricate designs.
  • Finishing: Additional costs may incur for finishing services such as powder coating, galvanising, or painting, which are essential for both aesthetics and corrosion resistance.

Typical Pricing

  • Hourly Rates: If negotiated, hourly rates for metalworkers can range from £20 to £50 per hour, depending on their skill level and the complexity of the work.
  • Daily Rates: For longer projects, daily rates may range from £150 to £400.
  • Flat Rates for Specific Items: For common items like gates, railings, or small sculptures, metalworkers might offer flat rates. For example, a simple wrought iron gate might start at £200, whereas more elaborate gates can cost upwards of £1,000.

Other blacksmith & metalworker FAQs

What is a blacksmith called today?

Today, a blacksmith is often simply called a metalworker or a blacksmith, as the traditional term remains widely recognized and respected.

What is a metal working shop called?

A metalworking shop is commonly referred to as a forge, foundry, or fabricating shop depending on the specific services offered.

What is the Old English name for a blacksmith?

The Old English term for a blacksmith is “smith,” derived from the word “smiþ,” which means “one who works with metal.”

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I’m hard working and friendly person that like to meeting new people and help them. Doing carpentery, made to measure furniture, loft conversions and extensions, staircases, fitt kitchens and bedrooms, wood flooring, assembling furniture and fitting it, also fitting doors and windows, change locks. Also can undertake any handyman and garden work. I’m finished building and carpentry colledge 21 years ago. Ever since enjoing to work in building trade.

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Reviewed by brian on 21/4/2026

I highly recommend andriy he built a cupboard underneath the stairs to a high standard he was tidy and very easy to get on with I would definitely use him again

I'm a hard working, honest and professional tradesman, who will go the extra mile to ensure that your requirements are met to the highest standard.

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Reviewed by Anthony on 9/7/2024

Needed a full rewire excluding kitchen From the moment we first saw James and Anthony, we knew they were the real deal and perfect for the job. They took our diagrams, suggested improvements, and gave us a detailed quote competitive to 7 other providers. We gave our keys over and the work was completed 6 days later. Problems were communicated and viable alternatives were implemented with no fuss. House has been left very clean. EIC and part p issued upon payment. Thanks James, Anthony and Jordan

Kent Build Ltd is a seasoned, multi-trade building specialist Builder in little chart Kent. For many years, we have undertaken a wide range of jobs under myriad circumstances. From duties as minor as electrical socket installation to responsibilities as mammoth as new builds, we can help. We have the tools, knowledge and expertise to ensure that any work, no matter how big or small, is carried out with steadfast efficiency.Our guarantee is that, no matter the specifics, Kent build ltd will get the job done.

Est 1999.At Woodcraft, Our business has grown into a highly reputed company. We work with clients from concept to completion to create beautiful breath taking interiors. We have a great eye for detail, and finish each project to the finest standard, delivery to the clients brief and budget. We have a great team of expert tradesmen. Our team can do a complete job renovation taking out walls and redesigning the look of your room. not only that we build and install new kitchens, or refurbish your existing kitchen we specialise in bedroom furniture/sliderobes. You can view our work on our Facebook Page Woodcraft Kitchens

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Reviewed by Kathy on 3/9/2024

Very happy with the work done

25 years carrying out an array of handyman/maintenance work, relaxed manner with care and attention to each job. Proactive communicator.

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Reviewed by Deborah on 29/6/2026

I have been a joinery for 13 years served my time with a good squad of joiner and was well trained in all aspect of joiner. I have my level 3 NVQ and diploma in carpenter and joinery. I do all joiner work and take on small renovation contracts, can supply and fit all materials. Always leave a neat and tidy job and keep the customer happy and I am happy to answer any question you may have about your job. When doing renovation job i do my own joinery work and organize the other trades(bricklayer, plaster etc) i deal with all the trade and the stress so you don't have to.

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Reviewed by Donna on 11/3/2024

Always on time, did an excellent job, very neat and tidy worker. Highly recommended

APC Property Repair and Maintenance offer a comprehensive home improvement service across the West and East Midlands. Based in Lutterworth, we specialise in kitchen and bathroom fitting, encompassing all elements of the project including plumbing, carpentry, tiling and flooring. Our work is undertaken with great care and attention to detail, and a focus on 100% satisfaction for our customers. Reliability, professionalism and high standards have earned a 5 star reputation across many hundreds of projects. Services include: • Kitchens - wall and base units, worktops, cornice, pelmets and all plumbing for sinks and appliances • Bathrooms - baths, wet trays, showers, toilets and basins • Plumbing - sinks, taps, toilets, showers, radiators and identifying leaks • Tiling - floors and walls including the latest waterproofing provisions • Flooring - Laminate, LVT, lino • Carpentry - bespoke shelving, door hanging, boxing in eg boilers and storage units, skirting boards, architraves, wall-mounting • Decorating and wallpapering • Electrics - sockets, light fittings, and appliances including ovens and hobs We have extensive public liability insurance for your peace of mind. We are happy to visit to discuss your needs and provide a free quote.

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Reviewed by Ewen on 15/5/2026

We are joiners, bespoke, builders and roofers we also have had specialist training in conservatory installations and windows and doors and gutters in association casio Roofs and building, with over 30 years experience your in safe hands.

At JB Carpentry & Design, our aim is to provide our customers with expert service, honest estimates, and helpful consultations. With over 8 years of experience in the trade, providing innovative and fresh ideas, bringing your ideas to reality. From professional guidance to long-lasting work, our kind and knowledgeable workmanship is here to help you every step of the way, because we know what it's like to be in your shoes. Making sure your needs come first and offering a variety of top-quality services and plans. The main goal is to take care of everything from the very beginning, bringing you exceptional, bespoke results.

We are a reliable and successful company and we provide the quality and the qualification of the work and product which we are doing for you .Our motto is, my customer my boss. We coming for a long journey experience working of 20 years working experience in Spain,Italy, United kingdom and Romania of landscaping industry and inside and outside house design of isolation,consolidation, any work of tiles or painting. We coming with the real quote of the work we try to be in competition with the construction quotations and to make our clients to make our publicity for work and quotations

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Reviewed by Katia on 25/10/2025

Alex visited me for a quote. One member of his team came on the same day and did the front garden quickly and efficiently.

.I have my tools for all jobs, I like to work very ordered and responsibility.thanks

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Reviewed by Iftikhar on 10/11/2014

Excellent and prompt service, and is cool and calm no matter how big the challenge.

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Reviewed by Edgar P K on 1/5/2026

The response was prompt and extremely helpful. Unfortunately, I did not engage the trade professional. I replaced the appliance

Kosta64 LTD is building company we do extension , fully refurbished and roof replacement,painting and interior work!

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Reviewed by harjit on 14/3/2025

This job was to temporarily provide us with a shower over the bath - Konstantin explained a way of doing the and once we had ordered the bits required he came back and did the job. The job was done exactly as he explained for the exact price he quoted. Thank you very much.

We are qualified electricians and take on all aspects of electrical works fully insured and we also fit Professional CCTV and alarms installer we also offer WiFi solutions if you are having any issues in your property with WiFi. We run data cables to different points in a property

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Reviewed by Sean on 12/10/2022

Boardwalk was founded in 2009 after a prosperous 14 years previous in the shopfitting and high end commercial building trade, recession forced us into the private sector were we set up a workshop to cover all our manufacturing i.e. staircases, windows, doors, bespoke kitchens etc. Boardwalk Construction Ltd has the advantage of a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor, which can produce fully detailed scopes of works, which can easily be altered to suite client budgets and guarantee cost certainty,

We are a family run business and being roofing for four generations we only use good quality materials and work to a very high standard and still trying to keep it affordable please get into touch for a free quotation or any advice many thanks

hi,my name is steve ,I am a fully qualified carpenter/ builder , with over 25 years experience in the building trade, . All work is guaranteed and done to a very high standard. take a look at my gaIlery to see the quality , look forward to hearing from you, yours faithfully steve.

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Reviewed by DAVID on 10/7/2023

Didn’t want the job as it was too messy

Hi everyone are company has been running for 8 years we offer a wide range of trades no job too small or big we are friendly company happy to help in anyway possible

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Reviewed by Jo on 16/5/2026

I found William to be trustworthy, reliable and he went the extra mile. An all round good guy. I am extremely happy with the work completed and because of this I have booked William to do more Work for me. I would thoroughly recommend him.

AVA CONSTRUCTIONS & DECORS LTD have over 14 years experience in building trade. We are Registered member of Federation of Master Builders and TRUSTMARK. We Provide Project Management from which customer could get advantage from Planning to Completion of the project Full refurbishment of properties Extensions , Loft Conversions, kitchens, Bathrooms , Porches, Double Glazing. We have assembled a team of time-served trades and craftsmen who specialise in their own discipline, be it electrical work, plumbing, gas or carpentry, and who will complete your work according to regulations where applicable (with certification for electrical and gas work) and best practices of their skill. We install all branded kitchens including Howdens, Benchmarx, Ikea, Magnet, B&Q , Wickes, Home Base.

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Reviewed by Kulbhushan on 6/2/2014

I gone through many builders for my bathroom job and need ideas to sought out leaking and do designing for bathroom no body can help me and said they will come back to me ,Then one of my friend told me about rated people where I post the job get response straight way from mr. Deep who made appointment with me . He is very professional , come on time and give me good ideas as I am 54 he help me out with many things and sought out the bathroom for me . Definitely used him again and recommend to every one .

Experienced Joiner with 4 years of experience working on domestic and commercial properties. Committed to delivering projects within provided guidelines and desired time limits. Works well independently and as part of team. Always ready to take initiative and work hard until the job is complete. Menages high workload and stays calm under pressure, meeting industry standards.

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