Expert Structural Steelwork in Southampton, Southampton

Have you ever wondered why your building control officer is so fussy about paperwork? It's because structural safety isn't something you can cut corners on. That's why RA Steelworks is fully UKAS-accredited to BS EN 1090-1 and approved for Execution Class 2 (EXC2). In plain English, this means every piece of steel we fabricate is CE-marked and meets the strict legal requirements for structural integrity. When you use our steel, you know it's been through rigorous quality checks, giving you total peace of mind that your project complies with UK Building Regulations (Part A). Why risk your reputation or safety with uncertified steel when we can get it right first time?

Are you planning a loft conversion or a rear extension? Most homeowners and builders we talk to just want a reliable supply of RSJs (Rolled Steel Joists) without the fuss. We stock and fabricate all the standard sections, including Universal Beams (UB), Universal Columns (UC), and Parallel Flange Channels (PFC). We don't just drop off a piece of metal, though. We can cut to length, drill holes for timber plates, and weld on end plates exactly as your structural engineer has specified. It’s about making your life easier on-site so you can get the roof on or the walls up without waiting around for the right parts.

When it comes to the joints that hold your building together, you need more than just a tidy-looking weld. Our team consists of highly skilled coded welders. This means they’ve been independently tested and certified to perform high-integrity welds that can withstand serious loads. We work to approved Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) to ensure every TIG, MIG, or stick weld is as strong as the steel itself. Whether we're fabricating in our workshop or doing some mobile site-welding to fix an issue during installation, you’re getting craftsmanship that's been proven to meet the highest industry benchmarks.

Being based in the heart of a maritime hub like Southampton, we've developed a real knack for ship repair and marine fabrication. Saltwater is a tough environment, and it takes a specific type of expertise to handle hull repairs or deck modifications that will last. We provide a responsive service for commercial vessels and private boats alike, offering dockside welding and custom marine metalwork. If you've got a vessel that needs emergency repairs or a custom-built component for a marine structure, we've got the equipment and the experience to get you back on the water quickly.