In the construction industry, heavy machinery and high-quality building materials get the spotlight. However, it is the “little things” that dictate whether a project comes together successfully. Because fasteners literally hold your structure together, they are the most vital components of any commercial or residential build. From the roof to the sub-levels, overlooking fastener quality can cause catastrophic damage, costly delays, and massive liability.

For over 30 years, U-Bolt-It has been the trusted partner for general contractors and builders. We supply a massive range of standard and custom-engineered construction fasteners. No matter the scale of the project—small or large, indoors or outdoors—we help you choose the right hardware to ensure your structure has the strength to last.

What Should You Consider When Choosing Construction Fasteners?

Connecting two pieces of wood requires entirely different hardware than connecting wood to steel or anchoring into concrete. To ensure your project comes together securely and safely, every fastener must have the precision and durability to withstand the stress of its specific application.

When planning your build, consider the following:

  • Building Materials: Are you fastening wood, concrete, drywall, or structural metal? The substrate dictates the threading and anchor type required.
  • Material Load & Weight: Heavier materials (like structural steel) require heavy-duty, high-tensile hardware compared to light drywall or decking.
  • Environmental Exposure: Will the fastener be indoors or exposed to weather? Choosing the right protective coating or finish (like zinc plating) is critical to prevent corrosion and fastener failure.
  • Workspace Accessibility: In tight or limited areas where swinging a hammer is impossible, specialized screws or turn-based fasteners may be the only viable choice.

What Materials and Types of Construction Fasteners Do We Supply?

Selecting the proper fastener material can make or break a building project. We supply hardware in stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, brass, and plastic, complete with special coatings to increase strength and weather resistance.

Available Material Grades

  • Stainless Steel & Duplex
  • 304, 304L, 304H
  • 316, 316L, 310, 321
  • 410, 904L, 317L
  • RA330, 347SST, Duplex 2205
  • Carbon Steel & Iron
  • 1008, 1018, 1020
  • A36, GR.50, GR.55
  • A193 B7, A193 L7
  • Specialty & Non-Ferrous
  • Inconel® 718, Inconel® 800
  • Hastelloy® C276, Monel® 400
  • Alloy 20
  • Brass, Copper, Aluminum

What Standard and Custom Fasteners Do We Offer?

We supply hardware for specialized construction applications including decking, sub-flooring, metal roofing, drywall, and concrete foundation work. Our inventory includes:

  • Structural & Heavy Duty: 12-Point Flange Bolts, Heavy Hex Nuts, Structural Washers, Plow Bolts, Foundation Bolts, Rods, All Metal Nuts, Studs.
  • Anchoring & Masonry: Masonry and Concrete Anchors, Nail-In Anchors, Drywall Anchors.
  • Screws & Specialty Hardware: Wood Screws, Sheet Metal Screws, Drywall Screws, Rivets, S-Hooks, Screw Eyes, Retaining Rings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Construction Fasteners

What materials are best for construction fasteners?

The right material depends entirely on the application. Common materials include carbon steel for high-strength indoor structural framing, and stainless steel, aluminum, or brass for applications requiring high corrosion resistance. Protective coatings, like zinc plating or galvanization, are often applied to steel to prevent rust in outdoor environments.

What performance standards do construction fasteners need?

Construction hardware must be engineered to handle massive physical stress. Depending on their location in the build, they must meet strict standards for shear strength, tensile strength, and load-bearing capacity. Fasteners used on building exteriors or foundations must also meet standards for severe weather and corrosion resistance.

Why choose U-Bolt-It as your construction fastener supplier?

Since 1988, U-Bolt-It has provided the construction industry with world-class customer service, rapid turnaround times, and superior-quality hardware. Whether you need a massive bulk supply of standard heavy hex nuts or a short run of custom-engineered U-bolts for a specialized foundation, we guarantee to have the right solution on time, every time. Contact our team today to partner with us on your next commercial or residential build.

"We feel really happy working with you guys, it has been a short time business relationship but definitely we’ve received such a great service from your company that would be nice to keep working together. Junior is our contact point and there’s nothing but great things to say about his attentions. By the way, I truly loved the microfiber cloth. I’m always have a hard time to clean my glasses; I can use the one from U-bolt it without applying any liquid and just leaves them super clean. We appreciate your excellent service and looking forward to new projects. Kind regards and have a wonderful rest of the week."

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"Our buyer received a letter from your company regarding an order I put in for some 3” stainless steel U-Bolts. I just wanted to thank you for the kind letter and let you know that your U-Bolts have been completely invaluable to us. We use them in the manufacturing process of an extremely sensitive product. Our previous U-bolts were zinc plated, therefore they became rusted too easily and risked the quality of the product. We hadn’t been able to find another U-bolt supplier with our specific size requirements (without going custom) until I came across your website! We are very grateful for the quality product you have sent us. We will definitely continue to use your company and the services provided."

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"Debbie here from KKW in Mukwonago WI, just got the big u-bolts they look real good. They should work good for my project."

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"I wanted to say how helpful it was to be able to order small quantities of screws from your business. As a start up business, without an established presence, it is virtually impossible to get small quantities of screws as samples. When we go into production, we will be ordering millions of screws, but we need to know that the same screws we test with our prototypes will be available at bulk prices at that time."

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