Custom Ironworkers in Charleston

Without ironworkers and their structural know-how, many of the great buildings of the world would never have come to be. While most Charleston homeowners don't need an entire building design, many hire a local ironworker for architectural or custom ornamental ironwork for their home. From window frames, grates and balconies to screens and fences, ironwork companies shape iron into forms that are as decorative as they are functional.

What does an ironworker do?

An ornamental ironworker fabricates bulk iron into the types of structures that a particular home calls for, then installs them onsite. Some of these pieces are mass produced, while others are truly custom ironwork masterpieces. Many ornamental ironworkers also have the design skills to fashion unique decorative components. Ironworkers must be trained in safety to create elements such as railings and balconies that both satisfy a home’s aesthetic needs and meet Charleston, SC building codes.

Questions to ask prospective ironwork companies:

• How long have you been in the business?
  
• How many projects like mine have you completed?
  
• What training and licensing do you have?
  
• Can you provide me with references?
  
• How do you charge, and what does that include?
  
• Can you give me a written estimate?
  
• What do your services include?
  
• When can this job get done?
  
• What happens when the cost exceeds the budget? What about changes to materials or labor pricing?
  
• What will I need to provide?
  
• Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?
  

Find a local ironworker on Houzz. Narrow your search in the Professionals section of the website to Charleston, SC ironwork. You can also look through Charleston, SC photos to find examples of custom ironwork that you like, then contact the ironworker who fabricated them.