Introduction to Watkins

Watkins are market leading mechanical and electrical systems contractors delivering integrated end-to-end building services to the construction industry in London and the South East.

At the forefront of our field, our resource efficient solutions have made us the ‘first choice’ supply partner for a number of key clients in London’s high rise residential and commercial sectors. We offer an outstanding level of expertise combined with unparalleled customer service and our portfolio includes a full range of property types from smaller scale specialised projects through to multi-million pound flagship developments.

Company story

Watkins has, since 1962, established a reputation for excellence, based on trust.

Clifford Watkins first established his plumbing business in 1962 primarily working for house builders in Kent. He was soon joined by his son Wyn who worked for him as an installer. Wyn took over the reins of the business in the 1970s. At that time, Watkins employed just a handful of men, with the office based in Wyn’s lounge.

Under Wyn’s astute leadership, the company grew and began to take on larger contracts for national house builders. The expansion continued throughout the 1980s and by 1989 the company was able to move to new, purpose built premises in Ramsgate, Kent.

Over the years, Watkins has responded to our clients’ needs by including mechanical, electrical, PPM, design and ongoing support within our core building services, allowing us to provide a fully integrated process under one roof.

Now the company is a multi-disciplined building services specialist, providing a fully integrated process and full range of M&E services to the residential and commercial sectors. The company is managed by an experienced board of directors and is still privately owned by the Watkins family.