Ballard Sheet Metal Works, Where Quality and Expertise Meet.

Quality Custom Metal Fabrication, Welding and Field Measure and/or Installation Services Available in the Greater Puget Sound Area

Since 1907, we are a leader of excellence, offering flashing fabrication, backsplashes, corner guards, sill pans, thresholds, countertops with or without welded-in sinks, custom sink fabrication, custom hoods, fire place surrounds, custom built barbecues, planter boxes, railings, stairs, awnings, chimney caps, along with vast marine work including fire dampers, custom HVAC, welding, tanks and any custom component imaginable. Sheared to size materials are also available.


We work with galvanized, hot/colled rolled steel, aluminum, prepainted steel, stainless steel, copper, zinc, A606 (aka Cor-Ten), brass, and tread (diamond) plate. Also available are shop & field welding services by certified welders. We carry a large array of materials for your needs, along with various thicknesses/ materials for corner guards. Shearing capabilities: Min 24 gauge X 12 ft; Max 3/8" steel sheet X 10ft. 

Family-Owned & Operated Since 1907

Welding Works — Seattle, WA — BSMWI

We can handle all sized projects while providing local contractors, architects, and customers with our expertise and finest craftsmanship. We pride ourselves on the experience of our team.

Contractor License: BALLASM134CR

Sheet Metal Workers

Countertop Installers FAQs in Seattle

Countertop installers FAQs by Ballard Sheet Metal Works in Seattle, WA

  • How Much Does a Metal Countertop Installation Cost in Seattle?

    Metal countertop installation in Seattle, WA, may vary in price based on material gauge, size, and custom features like integrated sinks. Ballard Sheet Metal Works, Inc. offers project-specific quotes.

  • What Is the Difference Between a Fabricated Metal Countertop and a Standard Stone Countertop?

    A fabricated metal countertop is custom-cut and welded to exact dimensions, while stone countertops are templated from pre-slabbed material. Metal often offers greater durability and seamless sink integration.

  • How Long Does Custom Metal Countertop Installation Typically Take in Seattle?

    Custom countertop projects typically require fabrication time before installation. Homeowners should expect the full process to span one to three weeks from templating to completion.

  • Why Should Homeowners in Seattle Choose Stainless Steel Countertops?

    Stainless steel countertops resist heat, water, and most substances, making them exceptionally durable. Ballard Sheet Metal Works, Inc. serves Seattle, WA, with precision-fabricated stainless surfaces built to last.

  • What Should I Look for When Choosing a Countertop Installer in Seattle?

    Homeowners should prioritize fabrication experience, material range, and certified welding capability. A Seattle installer with in-house fabrication, like Ballard Sheet Metal Works, can typically deliver tighter tolerances and fewer seams.

Reviews

★★★★★

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    It's awesome having a local custom metal shop that serves residential customers and not just commercial! Not only are they responsive and work with you to figure out your custom needs, but the quality and service is perfect. They saved my dining room table with a custom support frame underneath it, and I'll work with them again for future needs!


    - Straker C.

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    Great job cutting a metal fireplace hood chimney to the size I needed. Looked great, was done quickly, easy to drop off and pick up.


    - Melissa R.

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    These guys straighten out an aluminum bar for me that was not replaceable. It was bent real bad and other metal shops actually turn my down. Amazing job! Thanks


    - Pye L.

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    I have been going to Ballard sheet metal works for over 11 years and never had a bad experience! The craftsmen they employee have a level of expertise the is hard to find now days and shops like this are a dying breed .

    If you need high quality custom metal done or your great grandmas antique lantern fixed Ballard sheet metal works is the only place to go


    - Jacob M.

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    I was reminded to write a review since someone just complimented a project of mine on the great work that was done on a sheet metal component. I came to Ballard Sheet Metal Works with a very old, very dinged up arcade game part, which they were able to meticulously recreate to exact size, gauge, fit, and finish. They really came through for me.


    - Jared B.

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    Only place that was able to repair a broken hinge on my bowrider boat windshield! After months of talking with various folks and struggling on my own BSM really helped me out. Greg was easy to communicate with via email and phone. Looked at the problem, gave me instructions on how to remove the parts he needed to work on, then fixed it quickly for a very fair price.


    - Stephen C.

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    These guys have been great. I have been impressed with their professionalism, timeliness and pricing for a couple of jobs and I highly recommend them. I am not a professional (and don't know a whole lot about metal and fabrication) but these folks have taken the time to walk me through different options for my applications, and I have been more than happy with the result.


    - Jacob D.

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    I had a terribly small project. Dudes came through in flying colors. Price was right. They're the best.


    - Lorne J.

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    We needed some custom stainless steel counters making for an outside barbecue and I could not have had a better experience. They were so helpful and informative. Greg was fantastic as were the front of office staff. The job was completed exactly to size (we had some very specific measurements/criteria) And they got it done so quickly. HIGHLY recommended


    - Linda B.

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    I recently had a custom stainless steel countertop made by Ballard Sheet Metal. If you want something fast & cheap this is not the place to go but if you want quality and are willing to wait your turn this shop is the best. They were very courteous & professional at explaining the work to be done, all the choices and the costs for the different weights. I did some on-line research and found their price in line with the national average. I would use them again and recommend them to anyone wanting a quality product.


    - Linda B.

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    Designed a fireplace surround and had it Fabricated here. beautiful job, very professional and helpful. Pricing is excellent. This place is a contractor's secret!


    - Ken N.

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    It's awesome having a local custom metal shop that serves residential customers and not just commercial! Not only are they responsive and work with you to figure out your custom needs, but the quality and service is perfect. They saved my dining room table with a custom support frame underneath it, and I'll work with them again for future needs!


    - Straker C.

  • Empty white space.

    Great job cutting a metal fireplace hood chimney to the size I needed. Looked great, was done quickly, easy to drop off and pick up.


    - Melissa R.

  • Empty white space.

    These guys straighten out an aluminum bar for me that was not replaceable. It was bent real bad and other metal shops actually turn my down. Amazing job! Thanks


    - Pye L.

  • Empty white space.

    I have been going to Ballard sheet metal works for over 11 years and never had a bad experience! The craftsmen they employee have a level of expertise the is hard to find now days and shops like this are a dying breed .

    If you need high quality custom metal done or your great grandmas antique lantern fixed Ballard sheet metal works is the only place to go


    - Jacob M.

  • Empty white space.

    I was reminded to write a review since someone just complimented a project of mine on the great work that was done on a sheet metal component. I came to Ballard Sheet Metal Works with a very old, very dinged up arcade game part, which they were able to meticulously recreate to exact size, gauge, fit, and finish. They really came through for me.


    - Jared B.

  • Empty white space.

    Only place that was able to repair a broken hinge on my bowrider boat windshield! After months of talking with various folks and struggling on my own BSM really helped me out. Greg was easy to communicate with via email and phone. Looked at the problem, gave me instructions on how to remove the parts he needed to work on, then fixed it quickly for a very fair price.


    - Stephen C.

  • Empty white space.

    These guys have been great. I have been impressed with their professionalism, timeliness and pricing for a couple of jobs and I highly recommend them. I am not a professional (and don't know a whole lot about metal and fabrication) but these folks have taken the time to walk me through different options for my applications, and I have been more than happy with the result.


    - Jacob D.

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    I had a terribly small project. Dudes came through in flying colors. Price was right. They're the best.


    - Lorne J.

  • Empty white space.

    We needed some custom stainless steel counters making for an outside barbecue and I could not have had a better experience. They were so helpful and informative. Greg was fantastic as were the front of office staff. The job was completed exactly to size (we had some very specific measurements/criteria) And they got it done so quickly. HIGHLY recommended


    - Linda B.

  • Empty white space.

    I recently had a custom stainless steel countertop made by Ballard Sheet Metal. If you want something fast & cheap this is not the place to go but if you want quality and are willing to wait your turn this shop is the best. They were very courteous & professional at explaining the work to be done, all the choices and the costs for the different weights. I did some on-line research and found their price in line with the national average. I would use them again and recommend them to anyone wanting a quality product.


    - Linda B.

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    Designed a fireplace surround and had it Fabricated here. beautiful job, very professional and helpful. Pricing is excellent. This place is a contractor's secret!


    - Ken N.

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