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Commercial Engineering

Commercial Vehicle & Plant Repairs

Workshop repairs with drop-off and collection by arrangement.

Pratleys provides professional repair, maintenance and fabrication services for commercial vehicles, heavy plant and industrial equipment. All repairs are completed at our workshop: customers drop off the vehicle or equipment and collect it when the agreed work is complete.

Experienced Engineers
Workshop Repair Facilities
Fabrication & Welding Expertise
Commercial & Industrial Specialists
Commercial & plant engineering

Reliable repairs for commercial vehicles and heavy plant

Commercial vehicles and plant machinery are essential to keeping businesses moving. Unexpected damage, wear or mechanical failure can quickly cause delays, lost productivity and increased operating costs.

Pratleys combines practical engineering knowledge with established steel fabrication and repair capabilities. We can inspect damaged equipment, identify the required work and provide a dependable repair solution designed to extend service life and reduce downtime.

Engineer inspecting the open front of a commercial vehicle in a workshop
Repair services

Our repair capabilities

Commercial Vehicle Repairs

Repair and maintenance support for commercial vehicles, HGVs, fleet vehicles, trailers and specialist transport equipment.

  • HGV repairs
  • Trailer repairs
  • Tippers
  • Skip vehicles
  • Fleet vehicles
  • Specialist commercial vehicles

Heavy Plant Repairs

Practical repairs for construction, industrial and material-handling equipment.

  • Excavators
  • Mini diggers
  • Dumpers
  • Telehandlers
  • Loaders
  • Rollers
  • Forklifts

Structural Welding & Fabrication

Steel repairs, strengthening and replacement components for damaged or worn equipment.

  • Chassis repairs
  • Crack repairs
  • Structural reinforcement
  • Replacement steel sections
  • Brackets and mounts
  • Bespoke fabrication

Hydraulic Repair Support

Inspection and repair support for hydraulic components and associated equipment.

  • Hydraulic pipework
  • Rams and cylinders
  • Leaks and damaged fittings
  • Mounting repairs
  • Replacement steel supports
  • Hose-related damage

Mechanical Repair Support

Engineering repairs for worn, damaged or failed commercial and plant components.

  • Bearings
  • Pumps
  • Running gear
  • Steering components
  • Damaged mounts
  • General mechanical repairs

Planned Maintenance & Inspection

Routine checks and planned repair work to identify wear before it results in unexpected downtime.

  • Visual inspections
  • Wear checks
  • Preventative repair work
  • Planned workshop maintenance
  • Damage assessments
  • Repair recommendations
Workshop support

Vehicles and equipment we can support

Commercial Vehicles
HGVs
Tankers
Tippers
Skip Lorries
Trailers
Excavators
Mini Diggers
Dumpers
Telehandlers
Forklifts
Plant Attachments
Agricultural Machinery
Loading Equipment

Our ability to repair individual vehicles or equipment will depend on the nature of the damage, access, parts requirements and the work involved. Contact our team with the equipment details so we can advise on the most appropriate next step.

From enquiry to completion

How the repair process works

  1. Tell us about the problem

    Provide the vehicle or equipment type, a description of the issue and any useful photographs.

  2. Workshop drop-off and assessment

    Bring the vehicle or equipment to our workshop at the agreed time so our team can assess the damage and confirm the repair work required.

  3. Repair and fabrication

    Approved repairs are completed using appropriate engineering, welding and fabrication methods.

  4. Collection

    Once the agreed work is complete, we contact you so the vehicle or equipment can be collected from our workshop.

Engineers carrying out structural welding in an industrial workshop
Established engineering capability

Why businesses choose Pratleys

Engineering experience

Practical knowledge across steel fabrication, commercial repairs and industrial equipment.

Workshop capability

Facilities suitable for substantial commercial, plant and fabrication work.

Bespoke repair solutions

Repairs can be assessed and fabricated around the requirements of the individual vehicle or machine.

Quality workmanship

Repairs completed with attention to safety, durability and the intended use of the equipment.

Commercial sectors

Industries we support

We support businesses that rely on commercial vehicles and plant equipment as part of their daily operations.

Construction
Waste & Recycling
Civil Engineering
Logistics
Manufacturing
Utilities
Agriculture
Commercial Transport
Useful information

Frequently asked questions

What types of commercial vehicles do you repair?

We can assess a wide range of commercial vehicles, trailers and specialist equipment. Contact us with the vehicle details and a description of the required repair so our team can confirm whether the work is suitable for our facilities.

Can you repair heavy plant and machinery?

Yes, depending on the equipment and the nature of the damage. We can assess structural, fabricated and general engineering repairs for various types of plant and industrial machinery.

Can you fabricate replacement steel components?

Yes. Where suitable, our fabrication team can manufacture replacement brackets, plates, mounts, sections and other bespoke steel components required as part of a repair.

Can I send photographs before bringing the equipment in?

Yes. Photographs, equipment details and a description of the problem can help our team understand the repair and advise on the next step.

Do you provide planned maintenance?

We can assist with planned inspections, wear-related repairs and preventative engineering work. Contact our team to discuss the equipment and maintenance requirements.

How long will a repair take?

Timescales depend on the equipment, the extent of the damage, parts availability and the work required. We will provide more information once the repair has been assessed.

Talk to our engineering team

Need your vehicle or machinery back in service?

Tell our team what equipment you have, what has happened and what support you need. We will review the details and advise on the most appropriate repair route.


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