Mobile Welding Contractors

The average rate of a good welder in Australia is around $62.50 per hour, the lowest at $50 per hour and the highest at $70.

Here are the factors to consider when calculating costs:

• Size. The bigger the jobs, the longer it will take for the welder to finish. Keep in mind that they charge in per hour rates, so expect to be charged more for bigger welding jobs.
• Supplies. There are two primary materials that are used for welding jobs, stainless steel and cast iron. For welding jobs on a budget, stainless steel is a good option because it is affordable. On the other hand, cast iron is the complete opposite because it is more expensive, in fact about twice as much as steel. You'll also need other materials such as wires and electrodes. Larger projects will require more materials, adding up to the total cost.
• Fixed costs. There are also fixed costs that you cannot avoid when hiring a welder. These costs include joint preparation, pre-heating, tacking and fixturing. Also, welders are tasked to clean up the rubbish after the work is done.

In Australia, the state that has the lowest welding services charge is Queensland at around $65 per hour. Unlike New South Wales and Western Australia's more expensive rate of $70 per hour for the same type of welding services.

The 5 best global welding brands are:

1. ESAB Welders
2. Lincoln Electric
3. Miller Electric
4. Everlast Welders
5. Hobart Welding Products

Find more information on each of the world's best welding brands here!