Service Steel Warehouse is a full-service, independent, carbon structural steel distributor serving customers in the United States and internationally. Located next to the Houston Ship Channel with rail access to the Port of Houston and the mainland, Service Steel uses its efficient transportation system to ship steel across the United States and around the globe. Our large inventory, competitive pricing, and intense commitment to customer satisfaction forms the foundation of our growth as an industry leader since 1965.
By focusing on our customers’ individualized steel needs, we provide them with high-quality products and steel services at a competitive price. Next-day shipping is available for customers in many of our markets.
As one of the top steel delivery companies in Houston, we have experience in a wide variety of industries, from agriculture to infrastructure. Find out more about our carbon steel products here:
- Structural Shapes
- Merchants
- Piling
- Structural Tubing
- Sheets
- Coil, Plates, and Gratings
- View Our Steel Services
Or reach out to see how we can supply structural materials and steel services to meet your project requirements. Email sales@servicesteel.org or call 713-352-3626 to speak with a sales representative.
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Serving Houston Steel Construction Projects Since 1965
Carr and Collier
“We awarded a supply contract to Service Steel for the supply of Hot Rolled Steel Sheet Piling. We choose SSW because of the large quantities of Steel Sheet Pile stock.
<p?SSW supplied the material on the date request per our contract and were very informative every step of the way.”
Craig
Carr and Collier, July 2017
Custom Built Marine
“Custom Built Marine awarded Service Steel a PO to supply Hot Rolled Steel Sheet Piling for a SFWM project, material was delivered from stock in the length we required.
It was our pleasure to work with SSW as their professionalism and knowledge of Steel Piling was over the top!”
Custom Built Marine, August 2017
Shoreline Foundation
“Shoreline Foundation has awarded a supply contract to SSW for a marina project.
The availability of large quantities of their Hot Rolled Sheet Piling in stock as well as very competitive pricing was our reason to issue Service Steel the purchase Order”
Shoreline Foundation, September 2017
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Dealing with Flooding in Texas – Hurricane Harvey
Three key priorities to control and contain the devastating flood waters in Texas
Hurricane Harvey rolled into Texas on Aug 26th with devastating effects. It created damaging winds, a storm surge, and extensive flooding that led to reservoirs overflowing, levee breaches, sinkholes opening up, multiple oil spills, and the washing away of polluted sites at the Brio Refining Inc. and San Jacinto River Waste Pit.
Priority 1: Contain the Flood Waters
After days under siege, Houston turned into a city in recovery. The rebuilding program will take years to complete however the immediate response is to cut off the levee and flood wall breaches, cut off sink holes, and contain oil spills and contaminants from flooded Superfund sites. Rapid response from the Corps of Engineers in New Orleans following Katrina involved extensive use of sandbags and steel sheet piling to seal levee breaches. Both materials are appropriate and immediate solutions to controlling floodwater. They enable natural or forced drawdown of water levels without risk of further inundation. Sheet piling can easily and quickly be sealed to give an impermeable barrier against the flow of contaminated liquids.
Priority 2. Prevent further Levee Failures
The potential exists for further levee failures caused by being subjected to high water levels for an extended period. Submerged soil can collapse due to washing out of soil material. Underground collapse is followed by settlement leading to overflow and major failure.
Priority 3: Rebuild Texas Flood Defenses
The Corps of Engineers has many methods to rebuild the failed levee system. Steel sheet piling is one option that has been used extensively in rebuilding levees in New Orleans and across the US. From reinforcing earthen levees to avoid collapse in the event of flooding, to preventing liquefaction in a seismic event, Service Steel engineers are at hand to offer guidance on any aspect of flood defense rebuilding effort.
Service Steel Flood and Storm Protection Solutions
Heavy Steel Sheet Piling
Weir Replacement
Berth Construction
Cofferdam Construction
Dam Bulkheads
Flood Control Support
Excavation Support
Retaining Wall Support
Shoring Support
Marine Wall Support
Houston Shipments
Instantly
Available
Sheet Piles
Below Grade Walls
Water Proof Sheet Piling
Subsidence Column Repair
Mud Slide Damage Repairs
Seepage Control
Home Boundary Protection
Bridge Repair
Dam Repair
Temporary Sheet Piling
High Strength Sheet Piling
Seepage Control
River Diversion
Basement Walls
Scour Protection
and more…
Frequently Asked Questions
How does steel piling protect Houston from flooding?
Steel piling (especially sheet piling) is driven deep into the ground to create watertight barriers, blocking floodwaters and storm surge from levee breaches, shoreline erosion, excavation sites, and community damage. This type of piling stabilizes slopes, prevents soil liquefaction, and forms a reliable line of defense against rising water during major weather events like Hurricane Harvey. Service Steel Warehouse’s sheet piling is designed to interlock and create strong floodwalls for Houston-area flood protection and critical infrastructure reinforcement.
How quickly can Service Steel Warehouse deliver steel piling in Houston?
Service Steel Warehouse maintains in-stock steel piling ready to ship immediately from our Houston facility. We have 24‑hour delivery capability for piling essential to flood and storm mitigation across the Greater Houston area. This means material requests can often be fulfilled within one business day, thanks to our location along the Houston Ship Channel and efficient rail access infrastructure.
What types of steel piling are available for flood protection?
Service Steel Warehouse stocks multiple piling types (most notably hot‑rolled carbon steel sheet piling), which is widely used in flood control, seawall construction, cofferdams, retaining walls, and levee reinforcement. Our inventory includes standard sections to support both temporary and permanent flood barrier installations. We also offer galvanizing and impact-testing services for enhanced durability in coastal and high-moisture environments.
What’s the process for requesting steel piling from Service Steel Warehouse in Houston?
To request steel piling, Houston-area buyers can contact us via phone or submit an online quote form specifically for flood and storm protection material. The process typically involves:
- Requesting a quote via our 24‑hour piling delivery page or by calling the dedicated flood‑response phone lines.
- Receiving pricing and stock confirmation, often with delivery terms under 24 hours.
- Confirming quantities and dimensions and specifying any required galvanizing or value‑added finishes.
- Finalizing order and scheduling delivery via truck or rail to your site.
Our experienced sales team and engineers provide guidance through sizing, product options, and logistics to fast-track urgent response projects.
How does Service Steel Warehouse handle large-scale steel piling needs for flood control?
Service Steel Warehouse is equipped to fulfill large-volume piling requirements, leveraging our huge piling inventory and logistical advantage at the Houston Ship Channel with rail connectivity. We routinely support substantial flood-control contracts by delivering bulk quantities of sheet pile, coordinating directly with project engineers, and offering onsite finishing services (e.g. flame cutting, galvanizing, and more) to ensure piling arrives job-ready. Established relationships with marine and infrastructure contractors further support our large-scale deployments.
What makes Service Steel Warehouse the best choice for flood-related steel piling in Houston?
- Premier location next to the Houston Ship Channel with rail access, enabling swift inbound/outbound logistics.
- Massive in‑stock pile inventory, allowing 24‑hour or next‑day delivery for urgent flood-control needs.
- Full-service finishing options (galvanizing, cutting, and more) to tailor materials to storm-resilience requirements.
- Expertise in serving Houston-area flood response, with real project history during events such as Hurricane Harvey.