Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Structural Steel & Ornamental Iron Fabrication in Southern California
Since 1940, Whites Steel has been a trusted leader in structural steel and ornamental iron fabrication and erection. Our full-service capabilities include AWS certified welding, custom design, and installation for commercial, residential, and public works projects. With California licenses in Structural Steel (C51), Ornamental Metals (C23), and General Contracting (A&B), we serve Southern California's Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego counties. Our expertise spans complex high-end homes, stadiums, schools, and iconic public art installations like the Infinity Column and One Voice sculpture.As Los Angeles City-approved fabricators, we maintain rigorous quality standards while offering 3D modeling and BIM capabilities. Our in-house crews and certified welders deliver precision for projects ranging from 500-ton custom estates to intricate wrought iron gates. Decades of experience in curved steel structures and tenant improvements underscore our commitment to innovation and client satisfaction.
Services
Structural Steel Fabrication
Ornamental Iron Gates
Custom Staircases
Art Sculpture Fabrication
Commercial Steel Projects
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- Established in 1940 with 80+ years of steel fabrication expertise
- AWS certified welders and triple-licensed California contractor
- Full-service fabrication and installation capabilities
- Specialize in complex curved steel structures and public art
- Serving Southern California with local project knowledge
Associations and certifications
- AWS
- California Contractors State License Board
- City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety
Services
Structural Steel Fabrication
Precision structural steel fabrication for commercial buildings, schools, and stadiums. Our PD Level I-III certified team handles complex geometries and curved structures. Projects include Century Theaters and College of the Desert Public Safety Academy. Full-service from design to installation.
Ornamental Iron Gates
Custom ornamental iron gates and privacy fences for residential and commercial properties. Features include decorative driveway gates, security gates, and artistic ironwork. Utilizes CNC plasma cutting and custom welding for unique designs.
Art Sculpture Fabrication
Full-service steel sculpture creation from concept to installation. Notable works include the Infinity Column and One Voice 25-ft sculpture. Specializes in large-scale public art with precise engineering and aesthetic quality.
Custom Staircases
Multi-story steel staircases with curved designs, architectural railings, and precast concrete treads. Serves commercial buildings and luxury residences. Combines safety standards with artistic metalwork for functional art pieces.
Residential Steel Projects
Structural steel solutions for high-end residential construction including complex curved designs. Completed projects like the 38,000 sq ft Hagadone residence requiring 500 tons of steel. Offers gates, pergolas, and security features tailored to luxury estates.
Questions
What types of projects does White's Steel handle?
We work on commercial buildings, residential homes, public art installations, schools, stadiums, and custom steel structures across Southern California.
Are you licensed for structural steel work?
Yes, we hold California licenses for Structural Steel (C51), Ornamental Metals (C23), and General Contracting (A&B) with LA City approval.
Do you serve areas outside Los Angeles?
We serve all Southern California counties including Imperial, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego.
Can you fabricate complex curved steel structures?
Yes, we specialize in curved steel and complex geometries for both residential and commercial applications.
What certifications does your team hold?
Our welders are AWS certified, and we maintain Los Angeles City approval for structural steel fabrication.
