Key takeaways
- Clear a path and a place for the truck to park.
- Move anything flammable away from the work area.
- Send photos and measurements before the visit.
- Decide on the finish you want.
Access and parking
The truck needs to park close to the work, with room to unload tools. Clear gates, branches and vehicles from the route. If the job is far from the road, mention it.
Tell the welder about steep drives, soft ground and tight turns.
Fire safety
Welding makes sparks that can travel. Remove mulch, dry leaves, fuel cans, paint and anything that can burn from the area. Tell the welder about gas lines, fuel tanks and wooden structures near the work.
Keep children, pets and animals away from the area.
Photos and details
Photos from a few angles, rough measurements and a description of what failed let the welder bring the right materials. For new builds, a sketch helps a great deal.
If the item has a part number or maker, mention it.
Finishes and follow-up
Decide whether you want paint, powder coat or a raw finish, and whether you want the work coated on site. Ask about care and how long to wait before using repaired gates or railings.
After the visit, check the work and call with any questions.
Quick answers
Do I need to be home?
It helps for the start and the finish, but you do not have to stay during the work.
Is welding loud or smelly?
There is some noise from grinders and fumes from welding. Work outdoors is usually fine, and indoors needs ventilation.
Should I turn off power?
Not usually. If we work near electrical equipment, we will tell you.
