DC Metro Area • Family Owned • Since 1970

56 Years of Heavy Lifting Done Right

From 30-ton picks to 150-ton lifts, welding to machining — Brown's Welding & Crane Service has been the DC Metro area's trusted partner for over half a century.

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56
Years in Business
150T
Max Capacity
5
Cranes in Fleet
NCCCO
Certified
What We Do
Services Built on 56 Years of Experience
Crane Service

🏗️ Crane Rental & Operation

30 to 150 ton cranes with NCCCO certified operators. Daily, weekly, and monthly rentals at competitive rates.

Welding

🔥 Welding & Fabrication

Custom welding and metal fabrication for commercial and industrial applications. Structural steel, repairs, and specialty projects.

Machining

⚙️ Machining

Precision machining services for custom parts, repairs, and industrial components.

Hauling

🚛 Hauling

Interstate and intrastate hauling. Heavy equipment, materials, and oversized loads.

Tree Removal

🌳 Tree Removal

Crane-assisted tree removal for large, dangerous, or hard-to-reach trees. Safer and faster.

Skidsteer

🚜 Skidsteer & Snow Plowing

Skidsteer rental for site work and grading. Commercial snow plowing services.

Don't see what you need? Contact us — if it involves heavy lifting, we can probably do it.

Our Fleet
5 Cranes Ready to Work
40T
Terex
105ft Main Boom
Jib Available
NCCCO Certified
65T
Liebherr
131ft Main Boom
184ft Total Height
90T
LinkBelt
140ft Main Boom
230ft Total Height
NCCCO Certified
100T
Liebherr
160ft Main Boom
Offsetable Jib
NCCCO Certified
150T
Liebherr
184ft Main Boom
276ft Total Height
NCCCO Certified
Crane Selection
How Do You Know What Size Crane You Need?

Most customers ask for the smallest crane to save money — we get it. But crane selection isn't just about the weight of the load. It's about getting the job done safely, the first time, without surprises.

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Load Weight
What are you lifting? Get the actual weight — include rigging hardware, spreader bars, and attachments.
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Lift Radius
How far from the crane does the load need to go? The farther the reach, the less a crane can lift. A 100-ton crane at full extension might only lift 10 tons.
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Lift Height
How high does the load need to go? Taller lifts require more boom, which affects capacity and stability.
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Site Access
Road width, overhead power lines, soft ground, slopes, and tight spaces all affect which crane can physically get to the work area.
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Ground Conditions
Cranes need solid, level ground. Soft soil, gravel, or slopes may require matting, outrigger pads, or a different configuration.
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Wind & Obstructions
Power lines, buildings, trees, and weather all affect boom angle, swing radius, and safe lifting capacity.

Not sure what you need? That's what we're here for.

When you call, we'll ask about your job — not just the weight. We'll recommend the right crane based on ALL the factors. Getting it right the first time saves you money, time, and headaches. That's how we've done it for 56 years.

Call Us: (667) 281-0683
📋 Quick Crane Quote Request
Answer a few questions and we'll recommend the right crane for your job. A crew member will follow up within 1 business day.
Our Story
Family Owned. Built to Last.

Brown's Welding and Crane Service is a locally owned and operated family business established in 1970. For over 56 years, we've provided the DC Metro area with crane, welding, machining, and hauling services.

Our operators are NCCCO certified and undergo extensive training to maintain a level of quality that is unsurpassed.

Three generations. One standard: get it done right.

Get In Touch
Ready to Get Started?

Call us for a free quote. We'll get back to you fast.

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Call Us
(667) 281-0683
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Email
info@brownsweldingandcrane.com
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Service Area
DC Metro Area
Maryland & Virginia
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Hours
Mon-Fri: 7AM-5PM
Sat-Sun: Closed
24hr Emergency Service Available

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