At NW Natural Lighting, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs as a small family owned business operating locally for 30+ years. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
At NW Natural Lighting, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs as a small family owned business operating locally for 30+ years. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Northwest Stair & Rail Inc has been serving the Pacific Northwest with over 40 years experience, we are the unquestioned leader in our field. Our Commitment is to excellence in our products, friendly customer service and above all customer satisfaction. Website: www.northweststair.com Specializing in the custom fabrication of steel straight, curved, center-less, floating & spiral stairs, ornamental railing systems and gates. We offer free on-site estimates so please call for your personal consultation today. So call Northwest Stair & Rail Inc today for your next custom railing project!
"Northwest Stair and Rail did a wonderful job. I love the new hand and stair rail."
Debbie C on December 2011
Northwest Stair & Rail Inc has been serving the Pacific Northwest with over 40 years experience, we are the unquestioned leader in our field. Our Commitment is to excellence in our products, friendly customer service and above all customer satisfaction. Website: www.northweststair.com Specializing in the custom fabrication of steel straight, curved, center-less, floating & spiral stairs, ornamental railing systems and gates. We offer free on-site estimates so please call for your personal consultation today. So call Northwest Stair & Rail Inc today for your next custom railing project!
"Northwest Stair and Rail did a wonderful job. I love the new hand and stair rail."
Debbie C on December 2011
AC Custom Metal Work, LLC, has 17+ years of experience under the belt. We specialize in automated gates, new fabrication, upgrading, or replacing your old gate motor. We also are able to provide our customers with CNC plasma cutting. we can make functional or decorative pieces if you can imagine it then we can cut it. We specialize in supplying our customers with the leading brand of gate openers in the market. No job is too small or too big! WE ONLY WORK WITH METAL FENCES AND GATES, NOT WOOD!
"Excellent work. While every other gate contractor took forever to respond and weeks just to come out for a simple quote at an inconvenient time, Jorge was the exact opposite. He came out the same day, after work hours and drew up and hand written quote the same day. Epic! "
Thomas F on May 2025
AC Custom Metal Work, LLC, has 17+ years of experience under the belt. We specialize in automated gates, new fabrication, upgrading, or replacing your old gate motor. We also are able to provide our customers with CNC plasma cutting. we can make functional or decorative pieces if you can imagine it then we can cut it. We specialize in supplying our customers with the leading brand of gate openers in the market. No job is too small or too big! WE ONLY WORK WITH METAL FENCES AND GATES, NOT WOOD!
"Excellent work. While every other gate contractor took forever to respond and weeks just to come out for a simple quote at an inconvenient time, Jorge was the exact opposite. He came out the same day, after work hours and drew up and hand written quote the same day. Epic! "
Thomas F on May 2025
Here, at Steelworks Northwest, LLC, we can take care of all of your welding and iron needs! We are the Northwest's solution for railings and architectural ironwork. Our services are available for residential and commercial properties. Our products are of excellent quality, custom fabricated to meet your requirements. Call now and we will do our best to give you exactly what you want at a reasonable price!
"Simply wow! I had what I considered to be a relatively small project of adding a railing to our outdoor steps. Within minutes of my posting my request on Angie's List (through Allpros.com) I received a call from Jimmy. He was very helpful in my thinking through options for a stair rail. The next morning, Michelle came out to measure the stairs. Shortly after, I heard from Jimmy with an estimate that was much lower than I expected, and a time frame that was faster than expected. I got a few other estimates, but none came close to Jimmy's in cost or delivery time frame. I worked with Jimmy a bit more wanting to understand exactly what he was proposing. He was very responsive to my numerous inquiries, never treating me like a small potential customer. Jimmy came out to test the fit of the rail a few days after I accepted his estimate and the rail fit almost perfectly, thanks to Michelle's excellent work measuring and fabricating the rail. The railing took a few extra days at powder coat, but Jimmy has now installed it, and it looks great! I would not hesitate to recommend Steel works Northwest for your metal work needs and know who will be my first call if I have metal working needs in the future."
Brian S on April 2025
Here, at Steelworks Northwest, LLC, we can take care of all of your welding and iron needs! We are the Northwest's solution for railings and architectural ironwork. Our services are available for residential and commercial properties. Our products are of excellent quality, custom fabricated to meet your requirements. Call now and we will do our best to give you exactly what you want at a reasonable price!
"Simply wow! I had what I considered to be a relatively small project of adding a railing to our outdoor steps. Within minutes of my posting my request on Angie's List (through Allpros.com) I received a call from Jimmy. He was very helpful in my thinking through options for a stair rail. The next morning, Michelle came out to measure the stairs. Shortly after, I heard from Jimmy with an estimate that was much lower than I expected, and a time frame that was faster than expected. I got a few other estimates, but none came close to Jimmy's in cost or delivery time frame. I worked with Jimmy a bit more wanting to understand exactly what he was proposing. He was very responsive to my numerous inquiries, never treating me like a small potential customer. Jimmy came out to test the fit of the rail a few days after I accepted his estimate and the rail fit almost perfectly, thanks to Michelle's excellent work measuring and fabricating the rail. The railing took a few extra days at powder coat, but Jimmy has now installed it, and it looks great! I would not hesitate to recommend Steel works Northwest for your metal work needs and know who will be my first call if I have metal working needs in the future."
Brian S on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Easy to work with and good communication."
Eddie F on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Easy to work with and good communication."
Eddie F on April 2025
We pride ourselves on being the best Home Improvement company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
"Sawyer has great skills, is honest, has great work ethics, and is efficient. My balcony with the new railing looks so beautiful!"
Vanessa W on June 2025
We pride ourselves on being the best Home Improvement company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
"Sawyer has great skills, is honest, has great work ethics, and is efficient. My balcony with the new railing looks so beautiful!"
Vanessa W on June 2025
We are here to meet all your custom metal project needs! everything from custom security gates to fire escape route repairs down to restoration metal working. we offer free over the phone estimates as well as we can schedule an on-site job scope "service fee may apply depending on distance" all on-site job analysis fee get put towards final project. Family owned and operated!
"I had an outdoor metal handrail that was breaking off the concrete base. They contacted me quickly after Angi gave them my number and asked tons of questions to be able to give me a great estimate. The work they did was phenomenal. They not only reattached the handrail but strengthened the concrete base with metal beams to give the whole structure more support."
Carla P on June 2025
We are here to meet all your custom metal project needs! everything from custom security gates to fire escape route repairs down to restoration metal working. we offer free over the phone estimates as well as we can schedule an on-site job scope "service fee may apply depending on distance" all on-site job analysis fee get put towards final project. Family owned and operated!
"I had an outdoor metal handrail that was breaking off the concrete base. They contacted me quickly after Angi gave them my number and asked tons of questions to be able to give me a great estimate. The work they did was phenomenal. They not only reattached the handrail but strengthened the concrete base with metal beams to give the whole structure more support."
Carla P on June 2025
Fab Fab offers skilled metal fabrication and repair, and specializes in creative solutions with modern techniques. We are a one stop shop for all your small and medium custom metal fabrication projects. With a focus on detail, durability, and aesthetics, our work will provide beauty and function for decades to come. From concept to completion, we can guide your project to success. Licensed, bonded, and insured in Washington and Oregon. OR CCB: 251172 WA L&I: FABULFW765LC
"Working with Alex was a fantastic experience from start to finish. He was responsive in communication, understood our modification needs, and delivered precise measurements and a high-quality finished product. We would definitely turn to him again for any future fabrications or welding. Highly recommended! Thank you, Alex!"
Tiffani S on October 2024
Fab Fab offers skilled metal fabrication and repair, and specializes in creative solutions with modern techniques. We are a one stop shop for all your small and medium custom metal fabrication projects. With a focus on detail, durability, and aesthetics, our work will provide beauty and function for decades to come. From concept to completion, we can guide your project to success. Licensed, bonded, and insured in Washington and Oregon. OR CCB: 251172 WA L&I: FABULFW765LC
"Working with Alex was a fantastic experience from start to finish. He was responsive in communication, understood our modification needs, and delivered precise measurements and a high-quality finished product. We would definitely turn to him again for any future fabrications or welding. Highly recommended! Thank you, Alex!"
Tiffani S on October 2024
Veteran Roots LLC proudly stands as a veteran minority owned business. Specialization in landscaping maintenance, hardscaping, decks, and fences, we bring forth a wealth of experience garnered over several years in the construction and landscaping realm. Our primary aim is to ensure utmost customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional services and realizing the visions our clients entrust to us.
"Veteran Roots LLC did a great job with my yard. Besides mowing and trimming the yard they cleaned up the area around the fences where I have a lot of trees and flowers growing. In the next visit they plan to spray for weeds when it stops raining for a bit. Very pleased with their work. Mary Schmidt"
mary s on June 2024
Veteran Roots LLC proudly stands as a veteran minority owned business. Specialization in landscaping maintenance, hardscaping, decks, and fences, we bring forth a wealth of experience garnered over several years in the construction and landscaping realm. Our primary aim is to ensure utmost customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional services and realizing the visions our clients entrust to us.
"Veteran Roots LLC did a great job with my yard. Besides mowing and trimming the yard they cleaned up the area around the fences where I have a lot of trees and flowers growing. In the next visit they plan to spray for weeds when it stops raining for a bit. Very pleased with their work. Mary Schmidt"
mary s on June 2024
We offer a variety of handyman services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"We recently hired Octavio's Handyman to remove an old hot tub and a rotting deck, install new stairs, and clean up the entire area — and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the crew was professional, efficient, and respectful of our property. They handled the demolition safely and thoroughly, and the installation of the new stairs was done with real craftsmanship. What impressed us most was the attention to detail — they didn’t just do the job, they left the area spotless when they were done. It was a complete transformation. If you’re looking for a reliable, skilled team for outdoor removal or renovation projects, I’d absolutely recommend Octavio and his team. A+ service!"
Tara B on June 2025
We offer a variety of handyman services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"We recently hired Octavio's Handyman to remove an old hot tub and a rotting deck, install new stairs, and clean up the entire area — and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the crew was professional, efficient, and respectful of our property. They handled the demolition safely and thoroughly, and the installation of the new stairs was done with real craftsmanship. What impressed us most was the attention to detail — they didn’t just do the job, they left the area spotless when they were done. It was a complete transformation. If you’re looking for a reliable, skilled team for outdoor removal or renovation projects, I’d absolutely recommend Octavio and his team. A+ service!"
Tara B on June 2025
Start by multiplying the total railing length by the number of horizontal cables you plan to use. For example, a 50-foot run with 11 cables needs about 550 feet of wire. Add 10% extra to allow for trimming and tensioning. Double-check the manufacturer’s specs and your local code before cutting—both can affect spacing and final length.
Cable railings require regular cleaning with mild soap and water to remove salt, pollen, and grime that can trigger corrosion. Plan on wiping the cables every few months and inspecting the tension once or twice a year. If you have wood posts or handrails, add periodic sanding and sealing to keep moisture out. Staying on top of these quick tasks keeps the system safe, taut, and looking sharp for years to come.
Installers use high-tension fittings and precise spacing to lock each cable in place. Stainless steel strands are pre-stretched and then tightened with calibrated hardware until they meet the code-required tension. The result is a rigid infill that resists sag even under daily use. Periodic checks with a tension gauge ensure everything is dialed in, keeping the railing straight and safe year after year.
With routine upkeep, stainless steel cable railings easily last several decades. The metal resists rust, and quality fittings stay tight with minimal adjustment. Keep the cables clean and protect any wood components with fresh sealant as needed. Follow those basic steps, and you’ll likely replace the deck before you replace the railing.
Most jurisdictions set rules for maximum cable spacing, overall railing height, and minimum tension. These standards keep small children from slipping through and prevent the wires from sagging over time. Code details change by state, county, and sometimes city, so call the local building department before you order materials. Your installer should also pull the proper permits and schedule any required inspections.