Welding sparks at night
Owner-Operated · Athens, TX

Built Strong.
Built Right.

Metal buildings, structural steel, certified welding & inspection. 20+ years of code-compliant work across East Texas — from shop floors to oil & gas pipelines.

Owner-Operated
Hands-On, Every Job
Certified Welding Inspector
Structural & Oil/Gas Codes
Licensed & Insured
Fully Bonded
20+ Years Experience
Athens, TX

— Core Expertise

Certified Welding
Inspection — Done Right.

Our owner is a Certified Welding Inspector with deep, hands-on experience across structural and oil & gas codes. We perform welding inspections for buildings, pipelines, and infrastructure — protecting your project from costly defects and compliance issues.

  • AWS D1.1 / D1.3 / D1.5 — Structural & Sheet Steel
  • API 1104 — Pipeline Welding
  • ASME B31.3 / B31.8 — Process & Gas Piping
  • Visual inspection, WPS/PQR review, full documentation
Welder inspecting work

— Why Richmon

Built on trust. Backed by code.

We're an owner-operated shop that runs lean — no middlemen, no excuses. You'll work directly with the people building your project.

Owner-Operated

Hands-on owner on every job — direct accountability, no runaround.

CWI Inspections

In-house Certified Welding Inspector — code compliance baked in.

20+ Years Experience

From hay barns to oil & gas piping — we've seen it and welded it.

Direct & Honest

Detailed written quotes, no surprise change orders, no hidden fees.

— Frequently Asked

Answers for serious buyers.

How much does a metal building cost?+

Pricing depends on size, height, wind/snow loads, openings, insulation, and site conditions. As a rough range, simple shop or storage buildings start in the low- to mid-five figures and scale up from there. We provide a detailed, line-item written quote after a short site discussion — no surprises.

What welding codes do you follow for buildings and pipelines?+

For structural work we follow AWS D1.1 (steel), D1.3 (sheet steel), and D1.5 (bridges) where applicable. For pipeline and process work we work to API 1104 and ASME B31.3 / B31.8. Our Certified Welding Inspector reviews WPS/PQR documentation and performs visual inspection per the governing code.

Do you provide certified welding inspections?+

Yes. Our owner is a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) with extensive experience inspecting buildings, pipelines, and oil & gas infrastructure. We provide third-party inspections, in-process inspections, and documentation packages.

How long does a project take?+

Small fabrication jobs can be a few days. Storage buildings and barns typically run 2–6 weeks once materials are on site. Larger commercial metal buildings vary based on design approval and permitting. We provide a schedule with each quote.

— Let's Build It Right

Request your free quote today.

Tell us about your project — metal building, fabrication, or inspection. We'll get back to you within one business day with a detailed written estimate.

Mon–Fri · 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM CT