There are very few industries where people don't want to go freelance or run businesses from home - including metal workers. So long as you have the space to work and the right tools like a plasma table, safety gear, and transport to get the products to the right place. 

If you have the skills and the experience but aren’t sure which metal works businesses can be done from home (home might be a small yard or your home if you have the space), then here are some suggestions. 

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Gates

Many residential and commercial properties need a gate and can be picked up from many different stores. However, unique and custom-made gates are something that can make commercial properties (and residential ones) stand out. 

Steel construction fabrication

When it comes to construction projects, there is a huge amount of steelwork required, and you can pick up some of the projects and, depending on how many people you have in your small business, you can take on larger projects. 

The outlay for the equipment for steel fabrication can be costly, but if you have a yard rather than working from a shed on your property, you have the room. 

The initial outlay will be more than covered because, typically, there is a high-profit margin to be made for moving the steel. 

Haulage Trailer Manufacturing

You might want to produce trailer bodies, decks or a full trailer (it might depend on skill and space). Some of the most efficient and high-profit parts to make are the trailer body. And if you have a small team, it can be completed rapidly. 

As you grow your business, consider adding a new offering that compliments the trailers that you already make. 

Since these will be used in the boat or transport industry, you will need to have the right legal protection in case something happens to the trailer. 

High-Risk Welding Specialist 

If you are skilled and prepared to take on higher-risk welding work, then a high profit can be made here. Welding hazardous substances, working at height, confined spaces, or anything else that might be considered a risk. The rates for high-risk welding are typically high, but you need to be sure you have the skill to complete the work. 

There is also the option to go with either a general high-risk welder or a specialist high-risk welder. 

Many companies will call you in to take care of tasks, and typically can set your rates for your specialist skill. 

Mobile Welder

Not all customers who need a welder will be big companies; they might require a smaller operation. Mobile welding means you will get to travel, meet new companies and people, and like everything else on the list - choose how and when you work and your price. 

Mobile welders can start with a relatively low overhead (so long as you have the mobile equipment). One mobile unit can be enough to have a small crew operating too. 

Metalwork businesses from ‘home’ are becoming more common - and if you’re ready to go out on your own, you have plenty of options. 

Maintenance, repair and rental of industrial equipment is a growing market worth exploring: Exploring the Top 3 Industries for New Businesses in 2023: Get Ahead of the Curve — zenruption.