Smith Welding &amp; Fabrication

(75 reviews)

Dan replaced several rotting posts and added a couple more on our sagging wooden fence. Our fence…read moreis now upright and will last another 10 years before complete replacement. Clearly a skilled carpenter, the quality of his workmanship is very good. We appreciated that he worked around the existing bushes, trees and sprinkler system. 4/9/2026 Update - he returned this morning and added stainless brackets to the remaining posts, see photo. We're good for many more years on this fence.

Staff: Dan was such an incredibly nice guy. I contacted him…read morefor a quote on a new fence. He's a very chill guy that is deeply involved in his jobs. He said that he works on all jobs with an assistant. To me this tells me he takes great pride in his work. Quality: His estimate was really well put together and very detailed. Unfortunately, we opted to go with a different company, but I can tell from the other reviews that his customers are happy with his work. Overall: I was really impressed by my meeting with Dan, the detailed estimate, pricing, and overall feeling of the company. I would definitely consider working with him in the future.

OC Local Garage Door & Gate

(589 reviews)

This is our second time using OC Local garage door. They are fast and reliable. Adi is a grat…read moreservice man and always knows what's best to do. I'd certainly use them again.

OC Local did an excellent job reframing our garage and making the new door completely…read morewatertight--something we had struggled with before. Their attention to detail really showed in both the installation and the finish work. The garage door itself is high quality and came through a supplier they clearly trust, which gave us extra confidence in the end result. Overall, we couldn't be happier--with the craftsmanship, the fair pricing, and how smoothly the whole process went. The team was professional, easy to work with, and delivered exactly what they promised. Highly recommend to anyone considering a garage door upgrade.

Iron Master

(20 reviews)

Company was quick to respond to Yelp request for new gate quote, and was at my house to discuss the…read moreproject within a couple of days. Daniel is a nice guy with a good eye for detail. Everything went smoothly.

Contacted them through a Yelp project request I created to find a company to do an automatic…read moredriveway gate, front-step railing, and a side fence. We scheduled an estimate appointment for last Monday. The appointment seemed to go well. The estimator told me he'd send me the estimate by Tuesday afternoon. I didn't receive anything. Tuesday was New Year's Eve, so I just assumed that maybe the estimator hadn't realized that, and likely the company was closed for the holiday on Wednesday too. No biggie. But then Thursday and Friday came and went with still no estimate. I messaged the company to ask if they were still interested in submitting a quote, and that I hadn't received the estimate. Ray, the owner, said he'd contact the estimator and get back to me by Monday. It's now Wednesday, and I never heard from anyone again, nor ever received an estimate.

Mike's Fences

(89 reviews)

Choosing Mike's Fences was a no brainer. A HUGE thank you to Guillermo and Oscar for doing such a…read moregreat job. They finished the job ahead of schedule, constantly kept me in the loop, and answered all my questions. Connor and Danielle were great behind the scenes with the initial meeting and overall project management. I've already had a ton of compliments given on this fence. Thank you guys!

They sent one guy and he did a fine job. He communicated well and was done in a little under…read more2-hours. Good service

OC Gates

(165 reviews)

OC Gates does top quality work at a fair price…read more You can tell that they are true craftsman with high quality materials. If you'd like something high-quality that will last and function well, look no further.

I highly recommend OCGates! They have fair prices, installation was very quick and the result…read moreexceeded my expectations. Do not hesitate to call Eli for a quote! His service and attention to detail is outstanding!

Nick's Fences And Gates

(32 reviews)

Nick's Fences and Gates did a fantastic job replacing our wood fence and gate. Communication was…read morequick and their pricing was very reasonable. They were able to fit us in earlier than expected, and even with a late start, Nick and his assistant stayed late to finish everything in one day. That level of commitment really stood out. They walked us through material options (we chose redwood pickets), and the finished fence looks beautiful. Their attention to detail was excellent, from precise measurements to clean trimming. They also made sure our gate met hot tub safety requirements with a self-closing hinge and 5-foot latch position, and even added a smart privacy slat improvement we hadn't considered. We've already had neighbors compliment the fence. Highly recommend!

Nick's Fences & Gates met and exceeded our expectations, in every way…read more First, Nick is humble and meticulous. If the job can't be done right, he won't do it. His work may just out last our homes, here in South OC. His desire to please the customer really shows. Second, he was so patient with all the families he had to satisfy during our project, 5 in all. In the end 4 moved forward with Nick and got new Redwood fences and gates for less than the cheap, ugly vinyl, from a different company, a few neighbors had been pulling for. This fence is a thousand times better looking and stronger than that vinyl would have been. Finally, his pricing and time lines were spot on. We saved money over vinyl and had the project completed in 3 days. His crew cleaned up and left the yard spotless. Summing it up, Nick's is topnotch, 5-stars for lesser costs than some other high-end companies.

American Vinyl

(163 reviews)

We were extremely pleased with our experience. Paul was outstanding from start to finish. He…read moreoffered thoughtful recommendations, kept the entire process simple, and genuinely listened to our needs. We had concerns about weeds and dirt washing onto our property under the fence, and he found a smart solution while still keeping the fence high enough to accommodate the difference in property levels. The contract was straightforward and easy to understand, and the pricing was very competitive. Overall, the workmanship, communication, and professionalism exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend them.

Paul and the guys are fantastic. they did 2 vinyl fences and gates for me on 2 different properties…read moreand both are high quality and installed perfectly. i also recommended them to my neighbors property and he came out and did there 5 unit building as well, No company is perfect, but when i needed Paul and the fences, he made it happen. one was done a few years ago and the other one i just had them install. prices are reasonable, and quality is exceptional (or i wouldn't have had them do a 2nd one). my tenants love the fences as well. i will be using Paul and the guys again in the future. Highly recommend them. Im attaching 2 pictures of the fences they did. They aren't the greatest pictures, but you can see the quality.

Legacy Fence

(83 reviews)

Outstanding! We just had a 6' redwood fence installed at the back of our property. Wow! The…read moreinstallation team was on time, clean, efficient, incredibly fast and really nice guys. The finished product is amazing! Thank you all for such a great job!!!

My neighbor on the other side of the block knocked on my door and told me that the fence is leaning…read moretoward their side. They were using a metal pole to support the fence, so they said they would split the cost with me and we could possibly have their brother or their brother's contact fix my fence. I gave my phone number to that neighbor, and never heard from them again. I had two estimates one from legacy and another from a Huntington Beach based Fence Company. They had completely different quotes. I ended up going with legacy, because they were better communicators than their pricing was much more affordable. The gentleman who fixed the fence spoke little English and mostly Spanish. We were able to make it work and I am happy with the result.

Irvine Fence

4.8

(587 reviews)

Service Requested: Add a fence topper on existing wall, replace/update front gate fence, and…read morereplace side fence door Although we didn't book with this vendor for this project, the consultation appointment with Erik was still praiseworthy. Erik is very knoweth about his materials, process, and the city code requirements. He explained the measurements and options to us in a clear, layperson format and provided helpful education. We walked away feeling like he cared about us as people making an investment not just another project. We will keep this company and Erik in mind for future projects or referrals.

Irvine Fence was the right decision for our front porch fence/gate and side yard gate project…read more Very professional and the project was completed in a timely manner consistent with what was discussed during the time we received our quote. Clean up was great and the final product has held up over the spring and summer months. Thank you Irvine Fence Company! -Alex

First Garage Door and Gates

(244 reviews)

Really great experience getting the garage door opener replaced. The old unit was outdated, loud,…read moreand honestly felt unsafe because it would jerk and shake when opening. The tech that came out made the whole process smooth from the minute he walked in. He was easy to talk to, explained the job step by step, and he was funny enough that it didn't feel like some awkward service appointment. He inspected the setup first, checked the sensors, checked the tracks, and then installed the new opener. I appreciated that he didn't rush, he actually made sure everything was aligned correctly and running smoothly. After installing, he tested it over and over and showed me how to use the features. Now the garage door opens quietly and smoothly with no weird pauses. The difference is huge. I'm glad it was done right and I'd recommend them to anyone needing a replacement.

I was originally planning to leave a 1-star review, but after a long conversation with the owner, I…read moredecided on 3 stars. If you want the short version: get a written estimate before any work begins on anything. For those who want the full story, grab a cup of coffee. About six years ago, the springs on my two-car garage broke. If you've ever had this happen, you know exactly what it sounds like--and you don't forget it. At the time, it surprised me because we were only five years into a newer, cookie-cutter home in Irvine. Jonathan, the owner of First Garage Door and Gates, explained that I have a very heavy door, which likely caused the failure. They were great to work with: professional, quick, and honest. Jonathan personally came out, assessed the issue, gave me a quote, and his tech completed the repair. It was a tough job, and the total cost was $795. I left them a glowing review. Fast forward to now--same issue. The garage springs broke again. Naturally, I called Jonathan, and he sent a tech named Danny out the next day. Danny was polite and quiet. When I asked how much the repair would cost, he said he needed to measure the springs first. He also started emphasizing that this was a "very heavy" and "custom" door, even throwing out a comment about the door being worth $15-20k. That immediately felt odd, considering every neighbor in my tract has a similar door. I reminded him that his company replaced these springs years ago. I stepped back inside, and when I returned about 15 minutes later, he was already working on the springs. That caught me off guard--I had asked for a quote upfront--but I trusted the company. I was a repeat customer, and they had treated me fairly in the past. About two hours later, Danny finished and told me the door would last for years. He mentioned installing heavy-duty "custom" springs and said he just happened to have them on his truck for another job later that week. When I asked for the price, he again said he needed to measure and calculate. Then came the shock: $3,400. I was floored. I told him I paid a fraction of that for the same job with the same company six years ago. He said he was just an hourly employee and that the owner sets pricing. I immediately called Jonathan, who said he'd talk to Danny to see if he could get me a discount. A few minutes later, Danny tells me, "The boss approved $2,000." Clearly Danny was the one setting the price. I'm guessing is just given a floor price to work with that is set by Jonathan. That raised even more red flags. How does a price drop by nearly half in minutes? I told him this should have been quoted upfront and that $2,000 was still excessive. When I questioned the "hourly employee" claim, he admitted he works on commission. I paid the $2,000, but I wasn't happy about it. And not the price at this point, just the principle. The door is the same door. The springs were "heavy duty" last time too. Calling them "custom" doesn't justify the markup--especially when they're already sitting in the truck. Anyone can Google the actual cost of these springs. I think their thoughts are "lets call it custom" and that justifies the quote. Jonathan called me afterward and apologized extensively. We spoke for about 30 minutes. He agreed that dropping from $3,400 to $2,000 made no sense and even asked me not to post this review. I told him it wasn't personal--I believe he's honest--but the commission-based model encourages upselling. He also mentioned that Danny isn't licensed and works under his license, which is concerning given how dangerous garage springs can be under that high tension. After I confirmed I was still leaving a review, Jonathan reviewed my old invoice and claimed the previous work didn't include spring replacement. I disagreed--when you've only had garage work done once, you remember what was replaced. I'm giving 3 stars instead of 1 because I do believe the owner himself does honest work. But the experience feels like luck of the draw depending on who shows up. My advice is, get a written estimate before work starts--no exceptions. I learned my lesson the hard way. And if you have a nice car in your garage, consider moving it out so no assumptions are made about what you can afford.

True Torch Welding

(23 reviews)

I needed a seat plate repaired they were friendly offered a quote at a great price and had the work…read moredone very fast ... I would definitely recommend them and will use them again if I ever need a similar service

Needed to weld back on this part to my trailer of my mobile scooter. Was calling down the list of…read morewelders i found online. The first guy I called from Bravo Welding quoted me $175 min for any project, told me he can't do same day repairs because his shop is in norco (his business address is listed in orange, ca) and so i called the next biz true torch... Matt quoted me $40 and i can stop by anytime today. Wow, what a difference. Come to this business guys for all your metal working and repair needs, guys!!

MFK Construction and Maintenance

(46 reviews)

I hired MFK to remove and replace an old balcony in my residence. Mitch visited the site and…read moreprovided me with a detailed written proposal and a reasonable price. He also accommodated my comments and the changes I requested on some work items. He was very professional and we had great communication through completion of the project, exchanging multiple email messages and phone calls. The crew was always on time, efficient and responsive to my requests and cleaned up well at the end of each work day. I also retained them to replace my damaged wood sidings and trims. Martin did a great job custom making wood panels for me as my residence is relatively old and no sidings matching the original ones were available in the market. They completed this job efficiently as well. I found this family owned business trustworthy and will continue recommending their services to friends and family.

I ended up hiring MFK for my deck after the contractor I went with never completed the project…read more Hindsight is 20/20, but I should've waited for Mitch and his team. They discovered things that weren't done properly and did their best to keep our costs down knowing that we were essentially paying twice to have the deck fixed. They finished in the time they promised and didn't even hesitate or push back when I asked them to address some minor details about the fence. They're professional, knowledgeable, communicative - everything you want in a contractor but usually can't find all at once. Highly recommend if you want a deck done right the first time.

Industrial Metal Supply

4.3

(81 reviews)

Don't buy metal at the big box stores. You get a better prices if you buy metal here.read more

I have been trying to order a hinge for a month now. This company doesn't respond to online…read moreinquiries apparently. I've been a builder for 40 years and know exactly what I want. I asked for a price quote online on May 18th 2026. Today it's officially one month since my request. I'm a customer willing to complete a transaction, but Industrial Metal Supply just can't seem to handle it.

Orange County Fabrication

4.8

(41 reviews)

Jose was great to work with. He helped us modify some barn door brackets. The quality of the work…read moreand re-welding are excellent. He also repainted the brackets and the modification worked great!! Thank you for helping us get thru this construction issue! I look forward to working with Jose again on our next project.

Requested an engine cover to replace a worn, sagger as they are no longer available OES or…read moreaftermarket. Owner took a great deal of time to understand what was needed, materials then make the honest assessment it was not something safely done by OCF. Absolute value these days as able to find a solution, and no charge from OCF. No question will find a good payday and use them. Obviously good work as well as principled ownership. Will not hesitate to use them.

Engine Supply

(13 reviews)

Decades of experience and quality work. I have used them several times and they know BMW motors.read more

I decided to give Engine Supply a try after my previous engine developed a major oil consumption…read moreafter a rebuild. I have yet to disassemble and determine the cause on that engine. I needed some cylinder head refresh work done on a replacement engine and took my head here. It's for a bmw s54 engine. I understand Engine supply does a lot of domestic work but will also do European and Japanese engines. After speaking with one of the guys, I found out that it's a family owned and operated company. The guys are definitely knowledgeable. The cylinder was picked up and was in great clean condition as expected by a good machine shop. What impressed me was they took me to the back to show my cylinder head during assembly when I dropped off my valve seals. The shop is well organized and clean. When I picked up the cylinder head, the Machinist who worked on my cylinder head also mentioned that the valves were returned in the exact order it was removed, which makes putting the shims I removed back it the same order easier to adjust the valve clearance on assembly. The cylinder head was assembled back into the used block. And is now running in the car without any oil consumption. It has done multiple track days without issue. I'm very happy with their work and can vouch that you are getting top notch quality work. Thank you Engine Supply Team! -Clarence

Engine Components & Machine

4.1

(9 reviews)

Santa Ana also have some of the best places to fix up your cars and trucks for good prices. SInce I…read morelive not too far away from this auto store, I had gotten some engine parts to fix up and upgrade on one of my other cars I hardly ever drive. I am thinking of selling this car, and I wanted brand new engine parts in pulling up the value. Nice place, cool people working here. Jose helped me in getting my parts, and he was cool to work with. This will be another go to spot for me.

Ed was very helpful in setting me up with the machining and parts I was looking for. I appreciated…read morethe regular updates on their progress so I could make plans on reassembling my engine.

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