How Much Does Welding Cost? Shop and Mobile Rates

How Much Does Welding Cost?

Updated November 6, 2026

How Much Do Welders Charge per Hour?

As a planning range, welding shops often charge about $75–$150 per hour, and mobile welders about $90–$200 plus travel or a call-out fee. Most have a minimum charge, often one hour or more. Metal type, position, access and certification needs change the price, so send photos and ask for a written quote.

Updated November 6, 2026 · Source: workshop.broker planning guide (our own assumptions, not survey data); always compare written quotes.

What Moves the Price

Metal: mild steel is usually cheapest. Aluminum and stainless often take more skill and time.
Access and position: overhead or cramped work takes longer.
Prep: rust, paint and grease must come off first.
Code work: structural or inspected welds can require qualified welders and paperwork.
Mobile call-out: travel, truck and generator costs.

Getting a Useful Quote

Send clear photos, measurements and the metal type if you know it, and say what the part does. A trailer tongue, for example, carries very different risk than a garden gate.

Safety

Do not ask anyone to weld a fuel tank or sealed container without the proper procedure. Treat structural, pressure and towing parts as specialist work.

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