Description

Walter Mork Co. Inc. is a distinguished family-owned and operated metal fabrication company based in Berkeley, California, with a rich history dating back to 1909. Founded by a Finnish immigrant who also served as a Berkeley City Councilman for two decades and played a key role in establishing the Berkeley Aquatic Park, the company has grown into a versatile and highly respected local institution. Now in its fourth generation, with five family members actively involved, Walter Mork Co. prides itself on delivering custom metal fabrication services that combine craftsmanship, precision, and timely delivery. The company specializes in custom architectural metal fabrication, sheet metal work, and stock parts, serving a broad clientele that includes construction firms, general contractors, HVAC contractors, municipalities, restaurants, business owners, homeowners, and the general public. Their extensive product and service offerings cover kitchen countertops, metal railings, steel supports, furniture, trellises, awnings, metal gates and doors, industrial covers and guards, fire pits, smokers, and comprehensive sheet metal fabrication including ductwork, flashings, rainwater fittings, chimney tops, roofing, siding panels, and commercial and residential hoods. Walter Mork Co. is renowned for its craftsmanship and attention to detail, which is reflected in numerous notable projects such as the Castro Theater renovation, Bernard Maybeck’s Christian Science Church, Oakland Market Hall, Levi Plaza, and Fourth Street Shops. Their past and present clients include prestigious institutions like the University of California at Berkeley, Bayer Laboratories, the City of Berkeley, The Exploratorium, Lawrence Hall of Science, and Chez Panisse Restaurant. The company maintains an extensive tooling infrastructure featuring heavy machinery such as 12-foot shears, press brakes, iron-workers, rollers, power punches, TIG and MIG welders, band saws, and lathes, complemented by manual tools for fine detailing. This robust setup enables Walter Mork Co. to meet a wide range of fabrication needs with precision and efficiency. Customer testimonials consistently highlight the company’s reliability, fair pricing, and exceptional quality, with many clients praising their ability to deliver projects on time and exactly to specification. Walter Mork Co. continues to uphold its strong community focus, welcoming customers of all sizes and maintaining its reputation as one of the most versatile and experienced metal fabrication shops in the Berkeley area.