FAQ
Your wrought iron questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often, grouped by topic.
Quotes and projects
What is the minimum project value?
The usual minimum project value is CAD 2,500, depending on surface condition, dimensions, site access and the work required.
Can I get a first assessment from photos?
Yes. Send a few photos of the structure and its condition; that is often the starting point. Jordan, our estimator, reviews them, calls you back to clarify the condition of the metal and prepares a written quote before any work.
Are you insured?
Yes. Groupe Fer Forgé operates with CAD 5,000,000 in liability insurance.
Do you work outdoors all year?
Exterior painting depends on conditions. We discuss it when assessing your project.
Wrought iron painting
Do you remove all the old paint?
We remove flaking or non-adhering layers and prepare the surfaces. The extent depends on the metal’s condition, which we assess beforehand.
Can you paint over rust?
No. Rust is treated before priming, otherwise the paint will not last.
Do you work outdoors year-round?
Exterior painting depends on conditions. We discuss this during your project assessment.
How do I get a quote?
Send us a few photos of the structure or request a quote online. We’ll get back to you.
Restoration & rust
Should I restore or replace?
It depends on the structure’s condition. If the metal is still sound, restoration is often worthwhile. We assess each case honestly.
Can rust come back?
Careful treatment and finishing slow corrosion. No result is permanent, but the goal is to extend service life.
Can you work on a single section?
Yes, depending on needs. We discuss it after seeing the structure’s condition.
How do we start?
Send photos or request a quote. We’ll get back to you with the recommended steps.
Welding & repair
Can you repair just one section?
Yes. We repair the necessary points after assessing the structure.
Is the repair visible afterwards?
Repairs are ground down then painted to blend with the rest of the structure.
Do you work for condominiums?
Yes. See our condominium page for projects with several balconies or staircases.
How do I get an assessment?
Send photos of the affected areas or request a quote online.
Wrought iron staircases
Can a very rusty staircase be saved?
Often yes, if the structure remains sound. We assess the condition before recommending an approach.
Do you treat the handrail and steps together?
Yes, the staircase is treated as a whole for safety and consistency.
Do you work on building staircases?
Yes. For multiple staircases, see our condominium page.
How do I get a quote?
Send photos of the staircase or request a quote online.
Balconies & guardrails
My guardrail moves, can it be fixed?
Often yes. We check the anchors and redo the fixings to restore stability.
Do I need a full replacement if there is rust?
Not necessarily. If the structure is sound, treatment and repair are often enough.
Do you work on buildings with several balconies?
Yes, see our condominium page for phased projects.
How do we start?
Send photos of the balcony or request a quote online.
Railings, fences & gates
Do you fix gates that close poorly?
Yes, we check the alignment, hinges and fixings, then correct what is needed.
Do you work on commercial properties?
Yes, both residential and commercial.
Can an existing fence be repainted?
After preparation and rust treatment, yes. Preparation determines how well the paint holds.
How do I get a quote?
Send a few photos or request a quote online.
Condominium services
Can you assess a whole building?
Yes. We assess all balconies and staircases and propose phased work.
Do you work with property managers?
Yes, we act as a point of contact for boards and property managers.
Can the work be spread out?
Phased planning organises the work according to the building’s priorities.
How do I get a building assessment?
Request an assessment online or send photos of the balconies and staircases involved.
Tell us about your project
Talk directly to Jordan, our estimator, at (514) 260-5194, or simply send a few photos of your structure. You’ll get a clear written quote.
Call Jordan(514) 260-5194