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Best Welders in Austin, TX

We list 131 welders in Austin, Texas. The DIRT Score runs 0–5 and is built from review volume and rating, years in business, license signals where we have them, and response time.

8 of those listings currently carry a DIRT Score. The average DIRT Score in Austin for this trade is 4.2 (0–5 scale); the highest is 4.7.

Austin homeowners often also pull quotes from the Austin metro. Confirm service area, then get scope and price in writing before you hire.

Every listing here is a real contractor page on Finds — not a paid placement.

#1 Rated Welder in Austin

Discount Fence USA

4.7DIRT Score

743 reviews

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131contractors listed
4.2avg DIRT Score

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Best Welder in Austin — By Category

Best Value

Best Value Welder in Austin

Barbee Auto, Muffler and Catalytic Converter

4.7★383 reviews

Top-ranked for value and fair pricing among Austin welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.7 across 383 reviews.

“Needed to adjust my tailpipes for my rear diffuser. They were able to help and finished the job in less than 15 minutes for a great price. Definitely recommend them!”
Fastest Response

Fastest Welder in Austin

Barbee Auto, Muffler and Catalytic Converter

4.7★383 reviews

Top-ranked for response time among Austin welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.7 across 383 reviews.

“I went in with no appointment to have new mufflers installed, they were very friendly and fast. Vehicle was finished earlier than quoted, and my car sounds great. The weld job…”
Best Quality

Best Quality Welder in Austin

Barbee Auto, Muffler and Catalytic Converter

4.7★383 reviews

Top-ranked for quality of work among Austin welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.7 across 383 reviews.

“First of all, just wanted leave a review. Ive been at the shop twice for my 02 suburban. They did the muffler with dual tips and as well as the Longtube headers with cats…”
Best Communication

Best Welder for Communication in Austin

LR Mobile Welding & Contracting LLC

4.7★106 reviews

Top-ranked for communication among Austin welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.7 across 106 reviews.

“Austin Mobile Welding came through clutch. I needed my oil pan welded and they were able to get it done the same day. The work was clean, the service was fast, and they were…”
Best for Homes

Best Welder for Homes in Austin

Discount Fence USA

4.7★743 reviews

Top-ranked for residential work among Austin welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.7 across 743 reviews.

“I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Discount Fence and their salesperson, Scott MacDonald. I love my new fence, as well as the refreshed section with all-new pickets and…”

Categories are derived from customer reviews across Google, Yelp & Facebook. DIRT Score is a weighted average across all platforms.

Top 10 Best Welders in Austin

Ranked by DIRT Score
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Discount Fence USA

743 reviews · +1737-258-9744

4.7/5

DIRT Score

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Barbee Auto, Muffler and Catalytic Converter

383 reviews · +1512-670-2886

4.7/5

DIRT Score

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LR Mobile Welding & Contracting LLC

106 reviews · (512) 965-6429

4.7/5

DIRT Score

4

Northwest Fence & Iron

114 reviews · +1512-219-5901

4.2/5

DIRT Score

5

Sullivan's Landscaping & Lawn Service

116 reviews · +1512-599-4565

4.0/5

DIRT Score

6

South Austin Metals

62 reviews · (512) 448-9067

3.9/5

DIRT Score

7

j.e.s. Metalworks

12 reviews

3.8/5

DIRT Score

8

Welding Shop (weldingaustin.com)

27 reviews · (512) 940-9353

3.6/5

DIRT Score

9

Rivera Welding

70 reviews · +1512-386-6211

DIRT Score

10

ASERO

64 reviews · +1512-389-2131

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which welder in Austin has the best prices?

Barbee Auto, Muffler and Catalytic Converter ranks first for value and fair pricing among Austin welders. DIRT Score 4.7 across 383 reviews.

Which welder in Austin responds the fastest?

Barbee Auto, Muffler and Catalytic Converter ranks first for response time among Austin welders. DIRT Score 4.7 across 383 reviews.

Which Austin welder does the highest quality work?

Barbee Auto, Muffler and Catalytic Converter ranks first for quality of work among Austin welders. DIRT Score 4.7 across 383 reviews.

Which welder in Austin communicates best with customers?

LR Mobile Welding & Contracting LLC ranks first for communication among Austin welders. DIRT Score 4.7 across 106 reviews.

Who should I hire for welder work on a home in Austin?

Discount Fence USA ranks first for residential work among Austin welders. DIRT Score 4.7 across 743 reviews.

Who is the best welder in Austin, Texas?

Right now the highest-scored welder in Austin on this list is LR Mobile Welding & Contracting LLC, with a DIRT Score of 4.68 across 106 reviews. That score measures track record, not who's best for every job. Use the list as a shortlist, then call two or three.

How much do welders charge per hour in Austin, Texas?

We don't publish an hourly rate for Austin welders until we can back it with aggregated, anonymised numbers from real jobs. Get three written quotes for the same scope, ask whether the number is flat-rate or hourly, and ask whether a trip charge sits on top.

Who is the most affordable welder in Austin?

We don't rank by price. Get three quotes for the same scope in writing, and ask each one whether the trip charge is included or added. The cheapest number is often the one with the most left out of it.

How do I find a trustworthy welder in Austin?

Check three things. One: the license — ask for welding certifications (process and position) and whether the job needs inspection. Two: the review pattern, not just the score. Three: whether they'll put the scope in writing before they start.

How can you tell if a welder is any good?

Read the two-star reviews, not the five-star ones. Two-star reviews tell you what happens when the job goes sideways — whether they came back, argued, or charged again to fix their own work.

How do I know if a welder is overcharging me?

Get two more quotes for the identical scope, in writing. Wide spreads usually mean different scopes. Watch for a low quote that grows once work starts — a written scope is the only thing that stops that.

What's a normal call-out or trip charge in Austin?

We don't publish a made-up Austin trip-charge number. Ask each welder whether the first visit is a trip charge, a diagnostic fee, or rolled into a flat job price — before they roll.

Do welders in Texas have to be licensed?

Texas does not issue a general state welding license for most mobile / shop work. Certifications matter more.