Selecting a reputable fabricator is as important as choosing the right material. Look for:

• Experience and portfolio: Ask to see recent projects similar in scope — for example, balcony railings for apartments, hotel terraces, or heritage-sensitive restorations.

• Technical competence: Fabricators should provide detailed drawings, clarifying materials, finishes, anchor details, and load calculations.

• Quality of welding and finishing: Clean, uniform welds and consistent finishes indicate good workmanship. Poor jointing and uneven polishing are signs to avoid.

• After-sales service: A reliable fabricator offers warranty on workmanship and will provide maintenance guidance.