Let Your Work Speak For Itself with Al Theriault

<p>Al Theriault built 575 Custom Fabrications the hard way: first as a welder, then as an inspector, then in sales, and finally by turning a garage shop into a full-time fabrication business. If you’re a welder thinking about going out on your own, trying to price custom work better, or figuring out how to turn skill into a sustainable business, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world perspective.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You&#39;ll </strong>Learn</p><ul><li><p>How Al went from welding and inspection into sales before deciding to go all in on fabrication.</p></li><li><p>Why he built 575 Customs as a tiny garage shop and reinvested every dollar back into tools and capability.</p></li><li><p>How he prices custom work based on materials, complexity, lead time, and the real value of the job.</p></li><li><p>Why finishing, material choice, and corrosion prevention matter just as much as the weld itself.</p></li><li><p>How his inspection background shaped the way he thinks about blueprints, metallurgy, efficiency, and quality control.</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Al is the owner and operator of 575 Customs, also known online as the 575 Shop, where he shares behind-the-scenes looks at his work and custom fabrication projects. After years in welding, inspection, and sales, he now focuses on one-off custom pieces, TIG work, finesse fabrication, and finishing details that make a project last.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect With Al Theriault</strong></p><ul><li><p>Instagram @the.575.shop <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the.575.shop/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/the.575.shop/</u></a> </p></li><li><p>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@575customs"><u>https://www.youtube.com/@575customs</u></a> </p></li><li><p>Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/575-Customs-100088256534836/"><u>https://www.facebook.com/p/575-Customs-100088256534836/</u></a> </p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Download The Weld App</strong></p><p>iOS: App Store <a href="https://goweld.link/AppleApp"><u>https://goweld.link/AppleApp</u></a> </p><p>Android: Google Play <a href="https://goweld.link/Android"><u>https://goweld.link/Android</u></a> </p><p><br></p><p>If this show has helped your welding career, leaving a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts helps other welders find it.</p><p><br></p><p>#WeldingPodcast #WeldingCareer #fabrication #weldingbusiness #the575shop</p>