| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $250-$1,300 or more; basic installs often $75-$150 labor |
| Time | Often an hour or less; modifications add one to two hours |
| Who's qualified | Oklahoma licenses welders who pass a weld test exam; ask the pro for proof |
Broken Arrow, OK: what's different here
Broken Arrow is in Tulsa County, Oklahoma, about 15 miles and roughly 18 minutes from downtown Tulsa via US-64 and OK 51. The city has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters. It gets about 42.8 inches of rain and around 6.5 inches of snow per year.
What does trailer hitch welding cost in Broken Arrow?
General trailer hitch installation runs about $250 to $1,300 or more. Labor alone is often $75-$150, though some shops charge less or more. For a custom welded RV hitch, one guide quotes $1,400-$1,700.
How long does a trailer hitch weld take?
A standard truck hitch install takes about 1-2 hours once the vehicle and hitch setup are reviewed. AutoZone notes a hitch install can take an hour or less, with modifications adding another hour or two. Custom welded RV hitches may take 3-5 days.
Do Oklahoma welders need a license for hitch work?
Oklahoma runs a Welder Licensing Program for welders, inspectors, and test facilities. Applicants must pass a weld test exam at a qualified weld test facility and pay a $25 annual fee. There are no specific educational requirements, but a working knowledge of welding is necessary.
Is mobile welding for trailer hitches available near Broken Arrow?
Broken Arrow sits about 15 miles from Tulsa, roughly 18 minutes via US-64 and OK 51. A local mobile welder can come to you instead of you hauling the trailer. Tulsa Weld Guy refers independent, insured mobile welders at no charge.
What to do next
- Decide whether you need a bolt-on or welded hitch, and get the hitch part number into your quote request.
- Ask the pro for proof of insurance and for their Oklahoma welder license, which requires passing a weld test exam.
- Confirm the license through Oklahoma's Welder Licensing Program before work starts.
- Get the price and time in writing - typical installs run $250-$1,300+, and modifications add one to two hours.
- Call (918) 303-0746 or email [email protected] for a free quote from an independent, insured mobile welder.
Tulsa Weld Guy is a free referral service: an independent contractor does the work and may pay us a referral fee. You never pay us anything.
