Modern Yankee
Blacksmith, Inc.
405 West Street
Walpole, Massachusetts
02081


Tel: 508-668-7077
jay@modernyankee
blacksmith.com




Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located?
 


I'm conveniently located right off Rte. 1A in Walpole, Massachusetts at 405 West Street.

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What are your business hours?
 

The shop is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays and I'm also available on Saturdays by appointment.

I do on-site fabrication work on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

I welcome inquiries at other than normal business hours. Just leave a message and I'll return your call.

Unfortunately, due to the nature of our business, we may not be able to answer all phone calls as they come in. Please leave a brief message and we will return your call as soon as possible.

 
How can you be contacted?
 

Contact me by telephone (508-668-7077) or e-mail jay@modernyankeeblacksmith.com....and you can always stop by the shop!!

 
Do you do welding, soldering and brazing repair work?
 

Yes. Both in the shop and on-site.

Do you tig weld?
 

Yes. I have over 25 years experience with both ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

 
If I want something created, what do I provide you with?
 

I have worked from verbal explanations of ideas, sketches, blueprints, and drawings. Photographs help if you would like a reproduction.

 
What is the cost for custom fabrication work?
 

The cost of custom fabrication work varies with the product, the material, and the labor involved. For an estimate, please contact me with the specifics of your project.

What is the cost of repair work?
 

The cost of repair work varies due to the size of the job. A $20 minimum applies to all in-house repair work and a $75 minimum applies to all on-site repair work.

 
Do you sharpen blades?
 

Yes. Anything from knives, scissors, axes, lawnmower blades...you name it.

 
What is the cost for sharpening blades?
 

The price depends on the type and quantity. Please contact me with the specifics and I'll gladly give you an estimate.

What types of things have you worked on?
 

I've worked on everything from napkin rings to large estate ornamental automatic driveway gates; stair cases, furniture, railings, weather vanes, ornamental iron, gates, fences, hollow metal doors and frames - the list goes on and on...

I am a certified structural welder, fully equipped to do on-site work, including heavy equipment repair.