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So, John contacted me promptly to discuss my job (the following day). He was courteous, friendly and professional,asking the necessary questions to understand our job better. After our conversation, John arranged to come round same day to see the job and give us a quote. If we take him on for the job I'm sure he would be as prompt and professional in getting the job done.
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Lovely chap, fair priced and good work carried out. I would recommend.
Lloyd
On time. Perfect job and very polite. Highly recommended.
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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?
- Are a skilled company with a strong history of high standard projects
- Have all the necessary licences and insurance needed to protect you and their workers
- Have a good range of positive reviews from previous customers vouching for their reliability
- 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
- 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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About us: PPM BUILDERS NORTHAMPTON LTD is a building firm based in Northampton covering all aspects of building work. We offer a wide range of services employing both modern and traditional techniques in order to guarantee complete customer satisfaction. We have a full team of qualified regular sub-contractors who have been a part of PPM for many years, a number of whom were trained by Matthew - the director. We undertake work from small remedial alterations and maintenance up to complete refurbishments and renovations. Why choose us? 1. Honest & affordable prices - over the years, we have developed new techniques, knowledge and contacts which is the reason we are able to offer unbeatable prices for the standard of work that we consistently achieve. We are good at sourcing high quality materials and appliances for our customers which allows us to offer an even better price. 2. Professional and high standard work - PPM uses the highest quality of materials on every job and all work is carried out to the highest possible standard. 3. Unparalleled customer service - we provide full assistance and honesty from start to finish. We do not regard the job as complete until our customer is 100% satisfied. We believe communication is very important; we always keep our customers informed. Choose PPM for a stress free experience! 4. Fully trained & experienced - PPM has 15+ years of experience. All of our sub-contractors are very professional with years of experience. PPM have the best of the best tradesman. 5. Tidiness - one of the many positive comments we get when carrying out work is our tidiness. We ensure all jobs are only complete once the place is spotless! 6. Fully insured & guaranteed - public liability insurance held up to 1 million pound. All work is fully guaranteed; Roofing: 25 years; Rendering: 15 years; All other work is guaranteed for 1 year.
Matt and his team were great. The job was a complete redesign of our garden and the work was completed on time and within budget. Special thanks to Chris, Ross and Jamie who worked like Trojans and only needed a regular supply of strong tea to keep them going! Very pleased with the results and would have no hesitation in recommending PPM for your hard landscaping project.
Hi, My Name is Joseph Oris My trade services encompass a wide range of skilled trades, includes: - *Handyman Services*: General repairs, maintenance, and assembly tasks. - *Plumbing Services*: Plumbing installations, repairs, and maintenance. - *Carpentry Services*: Woodwork, cabinetry, and furniture making. - *Home Renovations*: Bathroom and kitchen renovations, extensions, and more. *Benefits* - *Quality Workmanship* I guarantee high-quality work. - *Competitive Pricing*: I offer fair and competitive prices. *How I Work* - *Book a Service*: Schedule a service online or by phone. - *Assessment*: I usally pop over to see and assess the job before providing a quote. - *Work Completion*: I complete work ontime to to a high standard. *Why Choose Me? - *Experienced Tradesperson*: Im is skilled with 25 years of experience - *Customer-Centric Approach*: I prioritize customer satisfaction. - *Flexible Scheduling*: I accommodate your schedule. Thank You
Joseph carried out a bathroom refresh for me which I’m very happy with. His work was of good quality, he was communicative and gave advice on what might work well as we went through. I went on holiday for most of it and Joseph was trustworthy with my keys. Reasonably priced. He was also a good lad to have a chat with, nice manner and cool to be around! Cheers, James
We are a local building company who have been providing building services and advice for over 15 years.
At Morley Gardens we pride ourselves at being the best in our field of garden management and landscaping. We offer an excellent service to all our customers at an extremely competitive price. We strive to go the extra mile, so all our customers are extremely happy. Robert
Did exactly as requested, and fit me in promptly after quote.
Hello my names Robert from R&R affordable home improvements where our number one priority is customer satisfaction, all our work is carried out at the highest standards using only the best materials. We do a professional job at affordable prices and guarantee all work carried out, with over 15years experience you can rest assured we can handle the smallest to the biggest of jobs all carried out and completed by professionals. We offer free estimates and advice so please feel free to contact us today!
Established in 2008, P. Berry Property Maintenance & Building Contractors is a proud family-run business built on trust, quality, and reputation. Based in the North West, we provide a complete range of services covering every aspect of property care — from building and roofing to maintenance, landscaping, With over 15 years of hands-on experience, our team delivers reliable workmanship and professional results on every project, big or small. We believe in honest communication, fair pricing, and attention to detail that speaks for itself. Whether it’s a full renovation, home extension, roof repair, or garden transformation, we handle every stage with pride and precision. Our goal is simple — to provide a service you can depend on, time and time again. All your property needs under one roof — from every screw to every tree
I couldn’t rate Patrick and his team highly enough. They transformed our tired, overgrown back garden into a modern low maintenance family space, we love it! The cost was very competitive, I believe we got great value for our money. Thoroughly recommend.
Royal County Has been trading for 7 years, with over 20 years roofing experience. We take great pride in all the work we undertake.We provide a polite and professional service, covering all aspects of roofing tiling, external decoration and carpentry
Mike and Matt did a great job sorting the roof on my garden room, especially after discovering it was completely rotten and needed replacing. The guys were friendly, efficient, and flexible taking into account our preferences. Everything was tidied up properly and we're happy with the result. Would def recommend
Master kitchen and worktop fitter.
The worktops look amazing, with great attention to detail. Thanks Peter for a fantastic job!
Dovetail Building has been established for over 40 years and has a wealth of experience in all aspects of the building trade. From plumbing to joinery you can be assured of a first class service at a competitive price.
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We are a family run business with over 40years experience we offer a friendly prompt professional service to all our customers . Timber decking - fencing-gutters facias soffits - elastoglass seal master coatings for asphalt @ tarmacadam & concrete driveways. Butyl rubber coating for flat roofs . And all specialised coatings for Roos ect. Pressure washing and cleaning . One call does it all
David did a very professional job he hand made the gate and was extremely personable. He was punctual and removed the old gate and ensured that he was satisfied and myself also that everything was satisfactory before leaving. I would be happy to recommend him to anyone who wanted this kind of work done.
Over 30 years roofing and property maintenance experience. No job too big or too small. A good standard of workmanship and will guarantee all our work. Reliability is key. we have expanded the area's we will work to Monmouth and Herefordshire, has we want to give customers peace of mind when looking for a reliable roofer with a wealth of knowledge, experience and satisfaction knowing that a professional job is carried out . cpm roofing is the first name you should be looking for when choosing a reputable roofer. i would also like to thank all my regular customers that keep using us at cpm wales
Came quickly to give a quote, and very careful when carrying ladder through house to do job. Pleased with work.
Quality workmanship carried out by ourselfs ( Kenny & Graeme). With over 20 years of experience each at all aspects of exterior & interior painting and building maintenance.
Vision Building Services redecorated three bedrooms in just 2 days with exceptional quality. Very tidy, punctual and professional throughout, regularly checking we were happy. Outstanding painting work and left everything spotless. Highly recommend for decorating work - will definitely use again!
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Friendly, reliable and high quality job.
"Asap roofing+building" we are professionals at what we know from plan to complete we have over 30 years of experience in roofing. All under one name ASAP roofing+ building the name says it all!
We offer the public and commercial sector a wide range of services from maintenance to design and build, with over 20years experience we have built our business on a friendly and enthusiastic approach to all projects big or small.
What a pleasant, hardworking & tidy young man. My husband and I couldn’t be happier with the with the work and I good, fair price. Will definitely be using them again.
An established and friendly business offering a fully comprehensive service to customers old and new. We offer customers a complete suite of services to improve and maintain their properties. We offer a full range of services including but not limited to the following. Electrical plumbing Carpentry Kitchens and bathrooms Tiling General maintenance General building Windows, Doors and Facias Gardening and landscaping Clearance We are proud of our past, as reflected in our perfect five star rating here on Rated People, but at the same time we like to innovate and would be delighted to discuss your plans with you regardless of what they entail, as we are confident that we can assist in making your projects a reality. We pride ourselves on ensuring that our customers are happy with the delivery and finish of any project that we undertake, and we are fully insured to undertake all work that we accept a commission for. We ensure that all of our technicians are suitably qualified and experienced in any work that we undertake, and we undertake all of our work with a eye on customer satisfaction and value for money. So whatever you have in mind call us for an informal chat, and we will arrange a visit to discuss your requirements, in detail. Call or message us today.
Gavin was extremely helpful and professional at is job and cleaned up after Himself
Hello and thanks for looking at my profile. I have a great interest in how spaces work for my clients and I find it amazing how I can totally transform how a space looks and feels. I absolutely love designing spaces and have the skillsets of doing all of the work myself. A lot of people entrust me to design the spaces for them and choose and source all of the materials I use. Of course people may want to do this themselves and I can happily work with provided materials if that is your wish. Each job is different and has its own challenges but with my imagination and experience I transform homes. I am also a trained decorator and provide a high standard of finish. I'm a very friendly and trustworthy person and understand the importance of being respectful in someones home. As you can see in my ratings, people have said lovely things about me over the years. I always think it's nice to have someone provide a great service for you when they genuinely love what they do. I'm very lucky to have the abilities to do the work I do. Neal.
This is the first time I have used this company but wouldn't hesitate to anyone. Neal came to my home to repair an outdoor canopy. 2 days later the canopy was complete and transformed, Neal took every bit of rubbish ,the area was spotless.Neal was respectful and courteous throughout his time in my home.
At John stewart joinery we pride ourselves on bringing high quality work at affordable prices
Tom Griffiths
Rm property maintenance is a family run business with nearly 20 years experience behind us offering you a wide range of service at affordable prices specialist in all Upvc products and roofline products guttering repaired. And renewed
Answered the ad very quickly and did the job with no drama and at reasonable price. Will definitely use again.
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