The Crimson Forge — Western North Carolina

Custom Welding
& Metal Fabrication
Built for Your Project.

Custom railings, gates, welding repairs, aluminum and stainless fabrication, and architectural metalwork throughout Western North Carolina.

MIG • TIG • Stick Steel • Stainless • Aluminum Shop & Mobile Service
What We Do

Our Services

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Railings & Stairs

Interior and exterior steel handrails, guardrails, and staircase systems — hand-built, welded, and finished to match your space.

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Gates & Fencing

Driveway gates, entry gates, and custom fence panels built for security and curb appeal, with manual or automated options.

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Mobile Welding & Repairs

On-site welding and repair for trailers, equipment, railings, and structural steel — we bring the shop to you when it can't come to us.

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Aluminum Welding

Precision MIG and TIG aluminum welding and fabrication — trailer and equipment repairs, custom brackets, racks, and utility pieces.

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Stainless Steel

Clean, corrosion-resistant stainless welding and fabrication — railings, brackets, hardware, repairs, and custom pieces.

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Commercial Fabrication

Structural supports, welded assemblies, equipment repair, and drawing-based fabrication for contractors and commercial clients.

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Custom Metalwork & Furniture

One-of-a-kind furniture, architectural steelwork, and decorative metal art built from your sketch, photo, or full set of plans.

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08

Machining

Precision turning, milling, and custom machined metal parts — an added capability joining the shop soon.

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Plasma Cutting

CNC plasma cutting for custom signs, brackets, and precise steel and aluminum profiles — coming soon.

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Why The Crimson Forge

Built to Last

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Certified Welding

UTI-trained, certified welder on every build — MIG, TIG, and stick across mild steel, aluminum, and stainless.

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Local & Mobile

Based in Clyde, serving Waynesville, Asheville, and surrounding Western NC — in-shop or on-site at your location.

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Written Estimates

Every project starts with a clear, written estimate and approval before we cut a single piece of steel.

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Residential to Industrial

From a single handrail to structural assemblies and contract fabrication — one shop for the whole range.

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Rated 5.0 from 9 Google reviews
50+
Projects Completed
5.0
Google Rating
UTI
Certified Welder
Find Your Path

Residential & Commercial

Homeowners & Property

Residential & Custom Work
  • Railings, staircases & gates
  • Custom furniture & decorative work
  • Repairs & restoration
  • Design help from sketch to install
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Contractors & Commercial

Commercial & Industrial
  • Welded assemblies & structural supports
  • Equipment & trailer repairs
  • Stainless & aluminum fabrication
  • Drawing-based & subcontract work
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Built on
Craft & Grit

The Crimson Forge is a custom welding and metal fabrication shop based in Clyde, North Carolina, serving Waynesville, Asheville, and the surrounding Western NC region. We handle everything from a single handrail to structural steel assemblies — in the shop or on-site with our mobile rig.

Our work spans MIG, TIG, and stick welding across mild steel, aluminum, and stainless, plus plasma cutting, bending, and drilling. Every project runs the same way: we plan it with you, fabricate to your dimensions, finish it in your choice of coating, and install it right.

UTI
Certified Welder
50+
Projects Completed
NC
Proudly Local
JC

JC Hillis

Lead Fabricator & Founder

Universal Technical Institute-certified welder with experience spanning small custom builds to heavy industrial fabrication — from custom Jeep bumpers to restoring a 1940s steel caboose into a short-term rental. JC leads design, fabrication, and installation on every project.

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Hunter Hillis

Fabricator & Client Relations

Hunter handles fabrication and client communication, guiding customers from first quote through final install. He keeps projects moving and makes sure every client knows exactly where their build stands.

Where We Work

Service Area

Based in Clyde, North Carolina — proudly serving Waynesville, Asheville, and the surrounding Western NC region, both in the shop and on-site with our mobile rig. Not local? We welcome welding fabrication orders nationwide — just reach out and we'll arrange shipping.

Clyde Waynesville Canton Maggie Valley Asheville Haywood County Western NC

Start Your
Project

Whether you have detailed blueprints or just a rough idea, we're ready to help bring it to life. Send us photos, measurements, and your location, and we'll get back to you within 1–2 business days.

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Location

125 Caboose Way, Clyde, NC 28786

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Hours

Mon–Sat, 8am–6pm

The Crimson Forge
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