First Pass Fabrication
and Custom Welding

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  • Oranssi technician working on a roof project
  • Oranssi previous project

Our Services

  • Decks and Patios icon

    Decks and Patios

    Custom outdoor spaces designed for relaxing, entertaining, and making the most of your property.

  • Hand Railing & Guard Rails

    Hand Railing & Guard Rails

    Safe, durable railing solutions built to protect while complementing your home or business.

  • Pergolas & Carports

    Pergolas & Carports

    Functional shade and shelter structures that add comfort, style, and everyday value.

  • Residential & Commercial Fencing

    Residential & Commercial Fencing

    Quality fencing built for privacy, security, curb appeal, and long-lasting performance.

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Our Projects

  • Oranssi project: studio shed

    STUDIO SHED

  • Oranssi project: roof expansion

    ROOF EXPANSION

  • Oranssi project: wraparound deck

    WRAPAROUND DECK

  • Oranssi project: passive house

    PASSIVE HOUSE

  • Oranssi project: slat roof

    SLAT ROOF

Ready to Start Your Outdoor Construction Project?

From custom decks and patios to residential fencing, commercial fencing, hand railings, guard rails, pergolas, and carports, we provide quality outdoor construction services built around your property’s needs. Contact us today to plan your next project.

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Meet Travis January, Owner of
First Pass Fabrication & Custom Welding

I’m Travis January, a Texas-based welder and construction professional with over 20 years of hands-on experience in welding, fabrication, residential construction, and commercial projects. I hold current AWS welding certification through the American Welding Society, along with commercial certifications that help me deliver safe, dependable, high-quality work on every job.

I started welding when I was 18 in the aluminum boat industry, and since then I’ve worked across a wide range of trades and industries. My experience includes solar panel construction, oil and gas pipeline work, custom mobile asphalt blenders, and commercial sign fabrication for companies like H-E-B, Best Buy, Walmart, and Starbucks.

I’ve also spent years doing residential remodels, finish work, and custom construction for both new and existing homes. Whether I’m building a fence, installing handrails, welding custom fabrication, or working on decks, patios, pergolas, and carports, I bring real field experience, attention to detail, and pride in my craftsmanship to every project.

At the end of the day, my goal is simple: build it right, make it last, and give every customer work they can count on.

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    Travis January

    Founder

  • My Family

    Meet the Family

    Our Core

  • The Kiddos

    The Kiddos

    Why we do it all

  • First Pass Guarantee

    First Pass Guarantee

    We do it right the first time

Our Recent Work

  • First Pass Fabrication completed a backyard remodel with a custom 17' x 20' deck, complete with railings and a finishing stain. The project created a durable outdoor hangout space designed for relaxing, entertaining, and making better use of the backyard.

    Back Yard Upgrades - Jan. 2026

  • First Pass Fabrication completed a custom residential metal fabrication project for a dual-door swinging entry gate. When standard gate options could not fit the design, we created a made-to-fit solution with custom metal work, welding, and installation. The finished gate added strength, function, and a clean look to the entry space — all completed with a quick turnaround.

    Residential Custom Gate Design - Jun. 2026

  • First Pass Fabrication built a custom ranch hauling trailer designed to carry specific ranch equipment while staying flexible for everyday use. With modular fittings for quick re-rigging, the trailer can be adjusted for different tools, materials, and odd jobs around the ranch. This custom fabrication project was built for strength, function, and real-world durability.

    Custom Trailer - May 2026