What is a “Svářeč na živnost” (Self-employed welder)?

"Svářeč na živnost" in English means a self-employed welder (mobilní svářeč) – a guy (or woman) who runs their own one-person business with a trade license (in Czech: OSVČ – self-employed person).

What it actually means in practice

• Not an employee of any big company.
• Finds their own jobs, invoices customers directly, pays their own taxes and social/health insurance.
• Usually works mobile from a van (mobilní svářeč) (or has a small workshop) and comes straight to you.
• Does everything from small fence/gate repairs to bigger steel structures.

Why customers love calling a "svářeč na živnost"

Advantage for you What it means in real life:

• Cheaper than a big company 
• No office overhead, secretary, or warehouse – often 20–40 % less
• Fast availability (often same day) 
• Doesn't need boss approval or a scheduler
• Comes on weekends or evenings 
• Takes even small jobs Big companies often refuse jobs under 10–15 k CZK
• Personal approach & personal warranty If he messes up, he loses referrals – so he cares)

What a proper "svářeč na živnost" must have in Czechia

1. Trade license – usually the regulated trade "Locksmithing" or "Blacksmithing" + welding.
2. Welder certificates – e.g., 111, 131, 135, 141 (stick, MIG/MAG, TIG).
3. Liability insurance (recommended, not mandatory).
4. Fully equipped van – inverter welder (usually MIG/MAG + stick), generator, grinders, stock material.

Typical "svářeči na živnost" you see in the Czech Republic

• "Mobile Welder Petr" – works in Brno, fixes fences and gates
• "Welder on Call" – Central Bohemia region, Prague, aluminum & stainless specialist
• "Locksmith & welding – on-site repairs" – common ads on Bazos.cz or Facebook Marketplace

So when you see an ad that says "Svářeč na živnost – fence and gate repairs, mobile", it's just a skilled independent welder who will come to you, do the job fast and cheaper than a big firm, and usually with the same or better quality.

Need a recommendation for a reliable one in your area? Give us a call. Svářeč Třebíč