Turnaround: 1–6 weeks depending on the job

Metal Fabrication Near You

Custom steel and sheet metal: gates, railings, brackets, enclosures, frames and production parts. 1,490 listings in 51 states.

How Do You Choose Metal Fabricators and Sheet Metal Shops?

Ask metal fabricators and sheet metal shops for a written estimate with every cost listed, the warranty and a realistic completion date; typical turnaround is 1–6 weeks depending on the job. We list 1,490 metal fabricators and sheet metal shops in 51 states, most in Arizona, New York, California. Compare at least two quotes for larger jobs.

Updated November 6, 2026 · Source: OpenStreetMap listings (refreshed November 6, 2026); workshop.broker planning notes.

Illustration: Custom steel and sheet metal: gates, railings, brackets, enclosures, frames and production parts.

Top Questions to Ask

  1. Can I get a written quote with material, labor, finish and delivery listed separately?
  2. What do you need from me: drawing, sketch, photos or measurements?
  3. Are your welders certified, for example to an AWS code, for this kind of work?
  4. What is your shop rate and your minimum charge?
  5. What is the lead time, and what could delay it?

See all 10 questions and tips →

Good to Know

  • A dimensioned drawing gets a far more accurate quote than a verbal description.
  • Quote the same drawing, material and finish with every shop.
  • Check permit and code needs for railings and stairs with your local building department.
StateListings
Arizona148
New York86
California83
Texas83
Pennsylvania80
Washington77
New Jersey51
Ohio45
Georgia44
Illinois44
Virginia42
Colorado41
North Carolina40
Michigan38
Indiana37
Idaho34
Tennessee34
Wisconsin34
Montana33
Iowa31
Minnesota31
Oregon30
Florida28
Missouri25
Maryland21
Oklahoma21
Utah20
Kentucky19
South Carolina19
Connecticut17
Louisiana16
New Mexico16
Alabama15
Kansas15
South Dakota15
Massachusetts12
Arkansas8
Alaska7
Maine6
Nebraska6
Nevada5
New Hampshire5
Vermont5
Wyoming5
West Virginia4
North Dakota3
Puerto Rico3
Delaware2
Hawaii2
Mississippi2
Rhode Island2

Common Questions

How long do metal fabricators and sheet metal shops usually take?

Typical turnaround is 1–6 weeks depending on the job. Good shops can be booked several days out, and parts or materials can add time. Ask for a realistic completion date in writing along with the estimate.

How much do metal fabricators and sheet metal shops cost?

As a planning range, expect about $75–$150 per shop hour, plus material and finish. Prices vary widely by city, job and vehicle or material, so get two or three written quotes and compare the totals with every fee included. Our cost calculator lets you plug in your own numbers.

What should you ask a metal fabrication shop before hiring them?

Start with: Can I get a written quote with material, labor, finish and delivery listed separately; What do you need from me: drawing, sketch, photos or measurements; Are your welders certified, for example to an AWS code, for this kind of work. Our full list has 10 questions, and the quote comparison tool lets you line up the answers.

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