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Serving Chicago, Blue Island, and nearby suburbs

Chicago welding and custom metal fabrication

Custom Railings, Gates, Fence Repair, and Mobile Welding That Fit the Job.

Chicago Metal Works & Fencing builds, repairs, and installs metalwork for homes and properties across Chicago and nearby suburbs. Call for porch railings, stair handrails, gate repair, fence repair, custom fabrication, and on-site welding.

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New installs and repairs

One team for broken metalwork, custom builds, and finished installs.

Materials that match the job

Steel, iron, aluminum, stainless steel, and practical repair solutions.

Fast quote-ready communication

Public reviews repeatedly mention responsiveness, punctuality, and clear follow-through.

Chicago-focused service

Local work built around the conditions, access, and layouts we see here every day.

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Custom railings and handrails

Porch, stair, and balcony railings built to fit the property.

02

Gate fabrication and gate repair

From new metal gates to repairs on dragging or broken gates.

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Fence fabrication and fence repair

Metal fencing, damaged sections, reinforcement, and clean fixes.

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Mobile welding and repairs

On-site repair work when removing the piece is not practical.

Services

Metalwork services built around the jobs we get called for most.

From targeted repairs to custom fabrication, we handle the work that keeps entries, stairs, gates, and fences strong, safe, and looking right.

Railings and handrails

Custom porch, stair, and balcony railings

New handrails and railings for front steps, porches, interior stairs, balconies, and access points that need a cleaner fit and safer finish.

Gates

Gate fabrication, replacement, and repair

Custom gates, latch fixes, alignment work, hinge repairs, and metal gate replacements for residential entries and fenced areas.

Fences

Metal fence work and targeted fence repairs

Fence sections, ornamental metalwork, broken posts, damaged panels, and practical repair work when a full replacement is not needed.

Welding

Mobile welding and metal repair services

On-site welding for broken metal components, reinforcement, cracked joints, rust damage, and repair jobs that need a direct solution.

Fabrication

Custom metal fabrication for one-off projects

Steel, iron, aluminum, and stainless fabrication for pieces that must be made to fit your space instead of bought off the shelf.

Repairs and upgrades

Restore, reinforce, and clean up damaged metalwork

Rusted rails, loose sections, weak welds, damaged gates, and worn metalwork repaired to improve function, appearance, and durability.

Recent Projects

Real Chicago-area metalwork, repairs, and custom fabrication.

These project photos show the kind of steel landings, railings, fence work, gates, and fabrication jobs customers call about most often.

Before photo of a severely rusted steel landing with failing floor plate that needed replacement.
Before
After photo of a new steel landing plate installed and fitted for a safer exterior platform.
After

Steel landing replacement

Rotted landing plate replaced with new steel decking

A rusted, failing platform was cut out and replaced with a new steel landing to restore safety, strength, and clean access.

Decorative steel fence section being framed and fit on site before final finishing.
Before finish
Finished ornamental black steel fence corner installed around a front yard.
After

Fence and gate work

Decorative ornamental fence completed from frame build to finished install

This project now shows a real before-and-after sequence from the framed section to the finished ornamental fence line.

Exterior stair railing installation on concrete steps for a residential property.
Exterior stair railing
Custom porch handrail installed on front concrete steps with black steel finish.
Porch handrail install

Railings and handrails

Custom handrails built for safer entry stairs and porches

Two examples of clean, simple steel railings installed for everyday residential access and better front-step safety.

Custom black steel side-yard gate installed between a garage and residential walkway.
Finished side-yard gate install

Custom gates

Clean steel gate built for side-yard access and security

A custom gate can help define access, improve security, and give the side of the property a cleaner finished look.

Why Us

Why homeowners and property owners keep calling us back.

Repairs and custom work in one place

You do not have to choose between a fabrication shop and a repair-only crew. We handle both sides of the work.

Clear communication from the start

Public feedback consistently points to fast replies, punctual scheduling, and straightforward communication.

Work that fits the property

Railings, gates, fences, and metal pieces are built or repaired around the actual site conditions instead of a one-size approach.

Local service with practical solutions

Whether the need is curb appeal, access, security, or a clean repair, the focus stays on the job getting done right.

When To Call

These are the situations people usually call about first.

A gate is sagging, dragging, or not latching

Repair, hinge work, alignment, and replacement options for gates that no longer close or function the way they should.

A railing feels loose or unsafe

New handrails and railing repairs for porches, front steps, stairways, and balcony areas that need a stronger setup.

A fence section is broken or rusted

Metal fence repairs, replacement sections, and reinforcement for damaged or aging fencing.

You need a custom piece fabricated to fit

Custom fabrication for parts, structures, and metal elements that need to be built to the actual site conditions.

You want a cleaner front entry or stair look

Porch railings, stair railings, and gate work that improves both safety and curb appeal.

You need on-site welding for a repair

Mobile welding for projects where the best solution is to repair the metalwork at the property.

Customer Feedback

What customers keep noticing.

Fast response

People repeatedly mention quick replies, easy scheduling, and consistent communication from quote to completion.

Clean work quality

Railings, gates, and repair jobs are described as neat, professional, and solid once installed.

Straightforward pricing

Public feedback highlights competitive pricing, clear scope, and smooth turnaround on repair and fabrication jobs.

Areas and Contact

Simple, local information that helps a visitor act fast.

Service area

Serving Chicago, Blue Island, and nearby south and southwest suburbs. If your project is nearby, call and ask.

Business hours

Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Weekends: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

FAQ

Useful answers to the questions customers ask most.

Do you do custom railings and handrails in Chicago?

Yes. Porch railings, stair railings, balcony railings, and custom handrails are core parts of the work.

Can you repair gates and fence sections?

Yes. Gate repair, fence repair, broken sections, damaged welds, and other targeted fixes are common jobs.

Do you offer mobile welding?

Yes. Mobile welding is available for repair work that is easier to handle directly at the property.

What materials do you work with?

Steel, iron, aluminum, and stainless steel are all part of the range of fabrication and repair options available.

How do I get a faster estimate?

Call directly or email photos, rough measurements, the project location, and whether the work is a repair or a new build.

Do you offer free estimates?

Yes. Calling directly or emailing photos and rough measurements is the fastest way to get the estimate process moving.

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