From MOT-standard structural repairs to bespoke classic car fabrication, we deliver strong, precise, and durable results. Our team is skilled in MIG and TIG welding across aluminium, stainless steel, and mild steel, ensuring the right process for every application, whether you need car chassis repair, car body welding, or intricate vehicle restoration welding.
Your vehicle’s structural integrity is non-negotiable. We inspect, diagnose, and advise with clarity before any work begins, then complete repairs to meet MOT and road safety standards. Expect honest guidance, workmanship guarantees, and transparent communication throughout. Whether you need a quick patch to pass an MOT or a full chassis rebuild, we treat each project with the same engineering discipline and attention to detail.
Automotive Welding Services We Offer
- Chassis and structural repairs: chassis rails, crossmembers, subframes, suspension mounts, and frame strengthening for safety and performance
- Rust and corrosion repairs: sill replacements, floor pan sections, patch panels, wheel arches, inner and outer sills, jacking points, and underbody rot treatment
- Body and panel welding: car body welding, seam repairs, bracket reattachment, captive nuts, and reinforcement plates
- Exhaust and performance fabrication: custom exhausts, downpipes, hangers, intercooler pipework, turbo brackets, heat shields, and mounting solutions
- Trailer welding and repair: drawbars, hitches, floors, ramps, sides, stake pockets, and reinforcement for utility, plant, and car trailers
- Agricultural and plant: farm machinery repair, implement brackets, bucket and blade welding, crack repairs, and heavy equipment welding
- Custom fabrication: brackets, tabs, mounts, radiator supports, battery trays, roll bar components, skid plates, and bespoke solutions
- Stainless and aluminium work: TIG precision for intercoolers, charge pipes, tanks, and cosmetic stainless work
- Crash damage and insurance work: assessment, structural rectification, and repair to manufacturer and MOT standards
Classic and Vintage Car Welding
We specialise in classic car fabrication and restoration welding. Whether it is heritage steelwork or sensitive repairs to ageing panels, our approach preserves originality while restoring strength and alignment. We recently completed a Fiat 500 restoration with extensive body and structural welding – see the project for photos and details.
- Classic car welding and vintage car welding for shells, floors, sills, arches, and chassis sections
- Classic car restoration welding including rusted seams, seam sealer removal, re-fabrication of unavailable panels, and correct joining methods
- Subframe, body-on-frame, and monocoque repairs aligned to factory geometry
- Discreet, sympathetic welds prepared for finishing, ensuring longevity and an authentic appearance
- If you are comparing classic car restoration services, look for a classic car restoration specialist who understands metal thicknesses, heat control, and rust prevention. We are a trusted partner for enthusiasts, restoration shops, and insurance assessors seeking reliable structural welding on classic vehicle welding projects.
MIG and TIG Welding for Cars and Light Vehicles
Choosing the right process is key. We deploy:
- MIG welding for robust structural joins, speed, and consistent penetration on mild steel chassis and body sections
- TIG welding for precision, cleanliness, and control on aluminium and stainless steel components, intercooler pipework, thin panels, and cosmetic welds
This combination lets us tailor the approach to your material, thickness, and finish requirements, ensuring strength without distortion.
MOT Welding to Road Safety Standards
Poor welding can compromise safety and fail inspection. Our work is carried out to MOT and road safety standards, with attention to:
- Correct preparation, removal of corrosion, and sound base metal
- Appropriate material thickness and reinforcement
- Continuous seam quality, penetration, and finish
- Corrosion protection after welding: priming, seam sealing, and underbody protection, as agreed
Mobile Automotive Welding and On‑Site Repairs
Where appropriate and safe, we offer a mobile car welder service and on-site welding for certain repairs and inspections. For complex structural work or precision TIG requirements, we recommend workshop-based solutions to ensure the best quality control and finishing. We will advise on the most suitable approach after an initial assessment.
Our Process
- Inspection and diagnosis
- We assess corrosion, cracks, and stress points, then map the safest and most cost-effective repair.
- Quotation and plan
- You will receive a clear outline of the work, materials, and expected outcomes, including any fabrication needed.
- Preparation and welding
- We cut out rot, fabricate new sections, and weld with the correct process and consumables for the metal and thickness.
- Finishing and protection
- Where specified, we grind, dress, prime, seam-seal, and protect the repaired area for long-term durability.
- Handover
- We walk you through the repair and offer guidance on maintenance and future prevention.
Who We Work With
- Private owners seeking car welding repairs, car chassis repair, or cosmetic improvements
- Enthusiasts and collectors requiring classic car restoration welding and classic car fabrication
- Commercial fleets and garages needing fast, dependable vehicle welding services
- Trailer owners and agricultural users needing trailer welding, farm repairs, and heavy equipment welding
Why Choose Alpha Welding & Fabrication
Our specialist capability in automotive welding services spans MIG and TIG for aluminium, stainless steel, and mild steel, backed by proven experience across bodywork, chassis, and performance fabrication; we apply careful heat management and thorough preparation to minimise distortion and deliver long-lasting results, provide workmanship guarantees with open, professional communication from start to finish, and maintain a safety-first approach aligned with MOT and road safety requirements.
Our team holds recognised industry accreditations, including CSWIP and TWI, with CSCS Approved status and Network Rail Sentinel compliance, and certifications administered by Code a Weld. These standards underpin our welding quality, site safety, and project governance.
Common Projects We Deliver
- Sills and floor replacements to rescue shells suffering from widespread corrosion
- Bracket repairs and fabrication for exhausts, radiators, intercoolers, and engine ancillaries
- Frame strengthening and reinforcement for modified vehicles or heavy-duty use
- Trailer chassis repairs and hitch reinforcements for safe towing
- Classic vehicle welding for rare panels, hard-to-source sections, and sympathetic restoration
- Crash damage rectification and insurance-approved structural repairs
View Our Work
Explore examples of classic car restoration welding, custom fabrication, and structural repairs on our projects page to see the quality and finish you can expect.
FAQs About Automotive Welding
Automotive welding involves joining or repairing metal components on your vehicle’s body and chassis. It restores structural integrity, eliminates weak points, and prepares vehicles for safe use, inspections, and performance upgrades.
Yes. We perform welding to MOT and road safety standards, ensuring corrosion is fully removed and replaced with sound metal, and that welds are continuous, strong, and properly protected against future rust.
We work with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium, using MIG or TIG as appropriate. We will recommend the best method based on the part, thickness, and the desired appearance.
Yes, for suitable jobs and environments. Some precision or structural tasks are best completed in the workshop. We will assess your needs and advise the safest, most effective option.
Turnaround depends on the complexity and extent of corrosion or fabrication. After inspection, we will provide an estimated timeframe and keep you updated throughout.
Yes. We can assess structural impact, liaise with insurers as needed, and complete repairs to a high standard for road safety and long-term reliability.
