Eddy's Welding in Baltimore: Custom Metal Fencing and Gates
Eddy's Welding is a full-service metal fabrication shop in Baltimore that designs, builds, and installs custom wrought iron and steel fencing, gates, and railings for residential and commercial properties across the city. The operation handles everything from initial consultation through on-site installation, working primarily with property owners who need something beyond stock vinyl or aluminum options.
What Eddy's Welding actually is
This is a fabrication-focused business, not a supplier of prefabricated fence panels. The shop takes custom orders, builds pieces to specification in-house, and manages installation. The work ranges from decorative wrought iron entry gates and driveway gates to security fencing, stair railings, and custom metal work for renovations. Most jobs serve Baltimore homeowners in older neighborhoods (Canton, Fells Point, Federal Hill) where period-appropriate metalwork fits the architecture, though the shop also works with property managers and contractors on commercial projects.
Services and pricing
Eddy's charges separately for design/fabrication and installation. A basic wrought iron driveway gate (4 feet wide, single swing) typically runs $1,500 to $2,500 depending on detail level and materials. A matching pedestrian gate or fence section (8 feet long, 4 feet high) ranges from $800 to $1,600. Custom work with intricate scrollwork or powder-coat finishes costs more. Installation fees depend on site conditions but generally run $300 to $600 per gate or $40 to $60 per linear foot for fence sections. Confirm current pricing and lead times directly, as custom metalwork timelines and material costs fluctuate.
The shop offers powder-coat finishing in black, bronze, or custom colors, which protects steel from Baltimore's humidity and salt spray. Wrought iron (which is more expensive and aesthetically ornate) versus mild steel (more affordable, still durable) is the key material decision most customers face.
How it compares to other Baltimore fence and gate options
Stock vinyl fencing from big-box retailers or local fence contractors like Chesapeake Fence (which carries vinyl, wood, and aluminum) is faster and cheaper upfront, typically $1,200 to $2,000 for a 100-foot vinyl fence. That route suits suburban properties or fast turnarounds. Eddy's metal work costs more and takes longer (4 to 8 weeks for custom fabrication) but adds permanent value and authentic period detail for historic homes. Wood fencing from local builders runs $2,000 to $4,000 for 100 feet and requires ongoing maintenance. Aluminum pre-fab options from suppliers fall between vinyl and metal in cost and durability.
For gates specifically, Eddy's custom wrought iron is the only choice in Baltimore if you need something that matches a 1920s Federal Hill rowhouse or a Fells Point brick facade. Chain-link and aluminum gates from fence contractors are purely functional and cost less, but they read as industrial.
Who it suits and who it does not suit
Eddy's works best for homeowners with older rowhouses, restored properties, or anyone committed to long-term durability and visual authenticity. It suits people willing to wait 4 to 8 weeks and pay a premium for custom work. It does not suit someone who needs a fence installed in two weeks, who prioritizes the lowest price, or who lives in a development with HOA restrictions on metal fencing.
What the first visit involves
Contact the shop to schedule a consultation. Eddy's staff will visit the property to assess the site, discuss your design preferences, take measurements, and discuss material options (wrought iron versus steel, finish choices, weight and wind load considerations for gates). They provide a written estimate after the site visit. Once approved, fabrication begins; the shop typically updates the customer before installation is scheduled.
Hours, parking, and logistics
Verify hours and contact information directly with the shop. Eddy's is a working fabrication facility, not a retail showroom, so it is best to call ahead before visiting. Installation is scheduled around the shop's fabrication calendar and your availability. Most jobs require a 50 percent deposit to begin work.
Eddy's Welding fills the gap for Baltimore property owners who refuse the cookie-cutter fence aisle and need metalwork that will outlast trend cycles.
