In this episode you’ll learn the pros and cons of both MIG welding and TIG welding. If you are a welding beginner, you need to check out this episode.




Episode Length – 14:12

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In this episode you will learn how to get started with your oxygen/acetylene cutting torch. Surprisingly, most people have no clue how to get their torches started correctly or even how cut with them.

There’s nothing more embarrassing than everyone hearing that loud *POP* over and over because you can’t keep your torch lit.

As a welder, do you know who your best friend is?

Listen and learn who your best should be and how to find them.

Episode Length 19:47

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To take advantage of my mistake that I talked about in this episode – Go Here

Let me know what you think about think about this episode. Leave your comment in the comments section or in the comment box for this post.

Until Next Time – Keep The Sparks Fly’n


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In the episode you will learn some of the best tricks for welding galvanized metals. You will also learn how to avoid and treat one of the greatest fears of welding steel that’s been galvanized, Metal Fume Fever.

We also answer a great question about keeping finials straight when welding custom fencing

and…

an At Home Welder webinar?

Episode Length – 17:00

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COMMENTS & QUESTIONS

Have you ever experienced metal fume fever? What was your remedy and what was the project?

Let us know by leaving your answers in the comment box HERE

In this episode we will cover how to choose the right welding gases and when is the best time to use them.

It is very easy to just use what you have and think that you’re safe. But in many cases you have to use specific gases for different materials. If you use the wrong ones, your welds won’t be worth a dime.

I also answer a great finishing question on how to get that rustic look without actually letting your metal rust.

Rust = Death to metal

And the 1st ever At Home Welder contest is born with a grand prize worth over $500.

Episode Length – 17:09

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The Contest

Send your name ideas to weldingtips@theathomewelder.com

I’m going to choose the best one and give the winner the entire railings course for free. That’s well over $500 worth of material. Even if I decide not to use it, you still get the course.

Questions & Comments

As always, if you have any questions or comments, leave them in the comment box or email them directly to me at weldingtips@theathomewelder.com

In this episode you will learn some excellent techniques on how to control your welding heat to avoid nasty blowthroughs and how to repair them if they do happen.

In the Q&A session, an AHW community member gets an answer to one of the most frequently asked questions by beginning welders.

Episode Length – 17:20

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Practice the pull away technique described in the show. This is the best technique to control your heat without having to stop welding. If you can master this technique, you’ll greatly speed up welding which will allow you to move on to something else.

QUESTIONS?

Leave your comments and questions in the comment box. I love hearing what you have to say and they types of projects that you’re working on.

In this episode you will learn the best way to avoid heat distortion when welding sheet metal. It’s easier than you think to master great welds when working with sheet metal.

I answer a great question from an AHW community member about how to find the perfect materials and I unleash a huge announcement about the future of The At Home Welder Podcast.

Episode Length 17:21

COMMENTS & QUESTIONS

Do you have a question that you want answered on the show?

Leave them in the comment box, Shoot Me A Bird, or email

A sneak peak into Railing 101 – The definitive guide to building custom iron railings from start to finish.

How was that? Was that exciting enough for you?

Life has been pretty crazy around Atlanta these days with all of the massive flooding thats been going on, but we’re still here. We might be a little damp, but still here.

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Thanks to everyone that checked in on us and to all those who lent a helping hand.

You Are All Heroes

IN THIS EPISODE

Im giving you a sneak peak into the upcoming Railing 101 guide. This is just a few parts of the audio guide.

The complete course will have full videos and resources to guide you step by step through the entire process of building iron railings.

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Episode Length – 25:50

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Give me your thoughts. Tell me if you like what you’re hearing so far.

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COMMENTS & QUESTIONS

As usual, if you have any questions or comments, let me know by leaving them in the comment box.

Thanks

KEEP THE SPARKS FLYING

In This Episode you will learn easy and mostly free marketing tricks to rocket your business, no matter how big or small, to success.

I’m also going to share a really cool tool that I recently found to use when trying to decide what new little niche products to start making and how much you can actually sell them for. It’ll keep you from wasting your time and money on something that will never sell.

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Episode Length  35:01

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Mentioned Resources

Free Networking Groups – I’ve used this site many many times to find new groups to meet up with. The great thing about these groups is that you can go as many times as you want without any kind of fees. And because its free, there’s usually a different group of people in each group. Sort of a revolving door kind of thing.

BNI – Probably the biggest most well known of all networking communities. I’ll admit it. BNI is a very good network to be a part of. You are expected to pay yearly though and those prices vary depending on the groups. These groups are always very organized and their meetings are pretty structured. You can visit any of these groups several times without having join, which is what I do.

Building A Website

WordPress.com – Building a website has never been easier. I didn’t know the first thing about building a website when I started The At Home Welder and here I am. I had the 1st basic version of the site up in 30 minutes (I’m not exaggerating). WordPress is totally and completely FREE. They will guide you through the entire process and if you have any troubles just look up WordPress in YouTube. There are a million different short videos that will show you how to do just about anything.

If you do build a site and decide that you want to sell your creations online, I definitely suggest that you check these guys out. They will literally hold your hand and guide you from start to finish in creating your own little internet empire.

Shiny New Tool

Ebay Pulse – A great tool for finding which little niche ideas are worth it.

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Choose which marketing strategies are best for you right now. Form a plan and get started.

The longer you wait, the longer the money flies all around you and not in your pockets.

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Tell Me What You Think

If you have any questions or comments, leave them in the comment box for this post.

In This Episode you learn how to avoid the worst mistake you can make before starting any project.

We’ll also discuss when you should take deposits and for how much.

The Quick Tips in this episode are two great resources that will ensure that you have an edge over the competition when bidding for any project.

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Episode Length 27:30

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TAKE ACTION

Download the Bidding Cost Check List and fill in your own amounts to ensure that you never underbid a job again.

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MENTIONED RESOURCES

King Architectural Metals

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COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS

If you have any comments or questions, please leave them in the comment box for this post and shoot an email over to comments@theathomewelder.com

In This Episode I officially introduce myself and give you a brief (maybe not brief enough) summary of who I am, why I am here, and what I am going to do to grow your abilities and your business.

I also answer the 5 main questions and fears of starting your own ornamental welding business from home and I give you 2 of the best resources you could have if your just starting out.

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Length 26:37

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That’s right, it’s finally here.

For those of you who have been following me on Twitter, you know that I’ve been teasing you with the thought of an AHW podcast for while now. TADA!

Yes, it’s a little rough around the edges, but hey, I’m new at this.

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MENTIONED RESOURCES

Home Depot Rental Store Locator

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As always, if you have any comments or questions please leave them in the comments box for this post.