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Best Welders in Waco, TX

We list 12 welders in Waco, 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.

4 of those listings currently carry a DIRT Score. The average DIRT Score in Waco for this trade is 2.4 (0–5 scale); the highest is 4.3.

Ask what certifications they hold and for what process and position. For structural work, ask whether the weld will be inspected and by whom. Make sure the quote covers travel and materials.

Waco sits between Austin and DFW — local shops that answer the phone still beat a metro crew that treats you like a drive-by.

Waco homeowners often also pull quotes from the a nearby metro 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 Waco

Tubes N Hoses of Waco

4.5DIRT Score

86 reviews

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2.6avg DIRT Score

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Best Welder in Waco — By Category

Best Value

Best Value Welder in Waco

Zombie Mechanical & Welding

4.4★21 reviews

Top-ranked for value and fair pricing among Waco welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.4 across 21 reviews.

“Such a positive experience! Charles and TJ went above and beyond to help me. My engine light was on and I needed to replace 2 catalytic converters on my 2019 Ford F150. I TRUST…”
Fastest Response

Fastest Welder in Waco

Zombie Mechanical & Welding

4.4★21 reviews

Top-ranked for response time among Waco welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.4 across 21 reviews.

“Zombie to the rescue!! Broke down on the highway coming through Waco & got to a truck stop. We called several 24hr service places but Charles was the only one who answered. It was…”
Best Quality

Best Quality Welder in Waco

Zombie Mechanical & Welding

4.4★21 reviews

Top-ranked for quality of work among Waco welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.4 across 21 reviews.

“Charles went above and beyond to help us out in a pinch! They fit us into their busy schedule and with VERY fair pricing. These guys do excellent work. Wouldnt reccomend anyone…”
Best Communication

Best Welder for Communication in Waco

Leggott Trailers Inc

4.3★74 reviews

Top-ranked for communication among Waco welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.3 across 74 reviews.

“Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. The prices also beat anyone around. They will be my only trailer parts supplier from now on.”
Best for Homes

Best Welder for Homes in Waco

Tubes N Hoses of Waco

4.5★86 reviews

Top-ranked for residential work among Waco welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.5 across 86 reviews.

Up & Comer

Top New Welder in Waco

Zombie Mechanical & Welding

4.4★21 reviews

Top-ranked for rating relative to review volume among Waco welders, with a DIRT Score of 4.4 across 21 reviews.

“Had issues with a couple of bolts stripped on my harley. This guy got me right in on sunday he got the bolts out and had the problem fixed in about an hour! Super good guy! Bad…”

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

Top 10 Best Welders in Waco

Ranked by DIRT Score
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Tubes N Hoses of Waco

86 reviews · +1254-714-2425

4.5/5

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Zombie Mechanical & Welding

21 reviews · +1254-315-6256

4.4/5

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Leggott Trailers Inc

74 reviews · (254) 754-5512

4.3/5

DIRT Score

4

Lone Star Ironworks

11 reviews · +1254-715-6690

3.9/5

DIRT Score

5

Maker's Edge Creation Studio

17 reviews · +1254-340-4322

3.9/5

DIRT Score

6

Two Rigs Pipe Welding

8 reviews · +1254-307-9201

3.6/5

DIRT Score

7

Falcon's Welding

5 reviews · +1254-366-2252

3.1/5

DIRT Score

8

HCS MetalWorks (Ranchman Gates)

6 reviews · (254) 722-5305

3.0/5

DIRT Score

9

Chavez Welding

3 reviews · +1254-881-7018

2.2/5

DIRT Score

10

Arc Service

11 reviews · +1254-753-9353

2.1/5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which welder in Waco has the best prices?

Zombie Mechanical & Welding ranks first for value and fair pricing among Waco welders. DIRT Score 4.4 across 21 reviews.

Which welder in Waco responds the fastest?

Zombie Mechanical & Welding ranks first for response time among Waco welders. DIRT Score 4.4 across 21 reviews.

Which Waco welder does the highest quality work?

Zombie Mechanical & Welding ranks first for quality of work among Waco welders. DIRT Score 4.4 across 21 reviews.

Which welder in Waco communicates best with customers?

Leggott Trailers Inc ranks first for communication among Waco welders. DIRT Score 4.3 across 74 reviews.

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

Tubes N Hoses of Waco ranks first for residential work among Waco welders. DIRT Score 4.5 across 86 reviews.

Which newer welder in Waco is worth hiring?

Zombie Mechanical & Welding ranks first for rating relative to review volume among Waco welders. DIRT Score 4.4 across 21 reviews.

Who is the best welder in Waco, Texas?

Right now the highest-scored welder in Waco on this list is Leggott Trailers Inc, with a DIRT Score of 4.33 across 74 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 Waco, Texas?

We don't publish an hourly rate for Waco welders until we can back it with aggregated, anonymised numbers from real jobs — inventing a range would be guesswork. 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 Waco?

We don't rank by price, and anyone who publishes a "cheapest welder in Waco" list is guessing. 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 Waco?

Check three things before you book. One: the license — ask for welding certifications (process and position) and whether the job needs inspection. Two: the review pattern, not just the score. Twenty reviews over three years is worth more than fifty in one month. 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. Five-star reviews tell you the job went fine. Two-star reviews tell you what happens when it doesn't — whether they came back, whether they argued, whether they charged again to fix their own work. Also look at whether the owner replies, and how.

How do I know if a welder is overcharging me?

Get two more quotes for the identical scope, in writing. Wide spreads usually mean the quotes aren't describing the same job. Watch for a low quote that grows once work starts — a written scope is the only thing that stops that. And be careful with a quote that drops sharply if you agree on the spot.

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

We don't publish a made-up Waco 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. Compare three written answers for the same problem.

Do welders in Texas have to be licensed?

Texas does not issue a general state welding license for most mobile / shop work. Certifications (process and position) and inspection requirements matter more — ask for both.