Google reviewers rate Salteydogg METAL FAB 4.9 out of 5 based on 60 reviews, with the owner responding to 97% of feedback. Customers frequently cite fair pricing, quick turnaround times, and effective communication for custom fabrication and repair services. While most praise the staff's willingness to handle small or complex jobs, a minority of low-star reviews criticize the shop for disorganization, perceived overcharging on minor items, and poor work quality on specific tasks.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 60 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 60 Google reviews (54 with written comments, 7 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 97% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 24, 2026.
Service: Ironworker serving Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
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My husband is restoring an old BMW motorcycle sent to him by his family in Switzerland. He needed a clamp that secures the exhaust header pipe to the engine repaired.
The clamp was forced out of shape at one time long ago and had subsequently broken. He took it to Saltey Dogg to hopefully get repaired.
He showed the repaired clamp to me afterward and commented he had only seen this level of welding one other time, when a pilot acquaintance had built an airplane for his wife in his home. The welds were so perfect, he told me, it was difficult to believe this man had actually welded the joints of the airframe by hand, and my husband told me that the repair done on the clamp for his motorcycle looked equally as perfect.
My husband offers his highest recommendation to anybody considering any kind of metal working project to first visit Saltey Dogg for their project. He has seen none better, in his experience, and thanks the folks at Saltey Dogg for the extremely high quality repair on his clamp. An appropriate description for this repair, according to my husband, is "ne plus ultra" - none better.
Response from the owner · 16 hours ago
Thank you for the awesome review. Tell your husband thank you! We specialize in surprises! Talented people, who take pride in their work, we are lucky to have them. Even luckier to have supportive clients. Keep coming back!
Needed an aluminum bar with mlok slots specifically made for me. Salty Dog was recommended by Valkrie to make what I needed. Picked my part up today and it was made exactly to what specs I had sent Salty Dog. It should work out exactly as intended and they had it made within a day after confirming with me. Very good place to do business with. Communication was good as well through email.
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thanks for the feedback, we appreciate you. I will let Chris and the fellas know. Keep coming back sir !
I can’t say enough good things about Salty Dog Metal Fab! They are truly amazing, kind-hearted people who genuinely care about their customers and take so much pride in their work. Their craftsmanship is excellent, and you can tell they put real time, skill, and attention into everything they do.
It’s hard to find people who are not only incredibly talented at their work but also honest, friendly, and genuinely good people. They went above and beyond for us, and we couldn’t be more thankful for their help. I would 100% recommend Salty Dog Metal Fab to anyone looking for quality metal fabrication and people you can trust. Definitely a business that deserves all the support! ❤️
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thanks Alexis we appreciate the kind words and allowing us to help. Come see us again!!
I had a concept of an idea for fabricating an outdoor table base, but I wasn’t sure how to execute it. I sketched a rudimentary plan. I left messages with many different fabricating shops. No one even called back. Then I called Saltey Dogg Metal Fabricators. They answered the phone and had me speak to Dwayne. He patiently asked the right questions and was able to take my fuzzy plan and fabricate the base I visualized in a most timely manner. Hands down this was the best experience ever. I think he could create anything with metal. He’s the best. I definitely will use him again and I’m already coming up with new ideas. You won’t regret going to the desert based SalteyDogg Metal Fabricators. Dwayne’s definitely your guy.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you Patricia, we appreciate the kind words. Please come back when we can help.
I had a very small job I'm sure as far as a metal fabrication shop.
Wayne made me feel as if my small job was as important as any of his big jobs.
I've been married 57 years, on our 25th my husband gave me a weather vane.
Over our many years in the USMC it has been attached to many fences.
It was broke on this move to Albuquerque.
Saltydogg Metal Fabrication repaired it and we have the weather vane up again.
Thank you, you have no idea what this meant to us.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Signe, thanks for the compliment. Your job and 1000's of other small and big jobs make us who we are. No one should expect less. We are committed to recycling and reusing. Come see us again !
Wayne
Wayne and his staff of welders were super dependable and did a quality job for us. Wayne is a man of his word and completed our project on time without any delays or disruptions.
Response from the owner · 2 years ago
Terry, thank you ! Glad you and your client are happy. Let us know how we can help in the future.