Alan Da Silva

Alan Da Silva runs a small metalwork and railing business based in Malden, Massachusetts, specializing in custom iron railings and staircase work; his Thumbtack profile lists a background check and nine years in the trade. Every review on file — five in all, spanning May through August 2026 — describes hands-on custom fabrication: measuring and quoting new railings, welding and installing iron handrails for front steps, soldering and cleaning up an existing rail, and replacing rusted feet on an outdoor stair railing. Customers repeatedly mention working directly with Alan and his wife, praise the craftsmanship and attention to detail, and note jobs finished on schedule or ahead of it, including a weekend installation. With 4.8 stars from 39 ratings on Thumbtack and a dozen projects shown, the pattern across every account is consistent: custom, made-to-fit iron work rather than routine repairs. He's a solid call for a homeowner who needs a railing built or repaired to fit an unusual space, and worth confirming current licensing and insurance details directly before booking.