Total Wrecking & Environmental is America’s most trusted urban demolition contractor. More than anyone, our team understands the immense complexity and necessary precision to do urban demolition projects the right way.
Our team accounts for every aspect of the surrounding area to minimize any disruption to other businesses and effects on traffic patterns, all while adhering to our strict environmental responsibility standards.
PRECISION IN THE MOST SENSITIVE & ACTIVE JOBSITES
NATIONAL LEADERS IN THE INDUSTRY
Total Wrecking & Environmental has extensive experience managing complex urban demolition projects, from tight downtown lots to large institutional campuses. No matter the scale, scope, or tight knit space we’re working in, our experts bring the same precision and professionalism that has made us a national leader in large scale industrial demolition.
Our urban demolition experience includes:
• College and University Campuses
• Government and Municipal Facilities
• Hospitals and Healthcare Buildings
• Correctional Facilities
• Office and Commercial Buildings
• Aging Retail Centers and Shopping Malls
• Downtown Mixed-Use Developments
• Historic or Landmark Structures
ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS FOR COMPLEX URBAN SITES
COMMUNITY & ENVIRONMENTAL CARE
The larger community and the jobsite’s sensitive surroundings are always at the forefront of our projects. Our urban demo experts use dust suppression, wind and water screens, vibration monitoring, and other careful methodologies to keep any and all disruptions to a minimum, all while coordinating traffic and debris handling. Every step ensures surrounding structures are fully protected.
SPECIALTY DEMOLITION TOOLS & INNOVATION
For high-risk or confined urban sites, Total Wrecking uses:
• Brokk robotic demolition units for pinpoint removal without vibration
• High-reach excavators with custom attachments
• Precision shears and hydraulic grapples for controlled material separation
• Proprietary crane-suspended demolition devices engineered in-house for controlled felling in tight spaces
EXPERT EXECUTION FOR COMPLEX URBAN PROJECTS
In a tight urban environment, “winging it” isn’t an option. Whether we’re dealing with shared walls, active utility lines, or zero-clearance access, Total Wrecking treats demolition as a surgical process.
We use 3D modeling and digital tracking to map out the teardown, ensuring we don’t just knock things over, but systematically dismantle them without compromising the integrity of the neighboring structures or the grid.
TRANSFORMING SPACES, RESPECTING SURROUNDINGS
Selective demolition is about more than just being “green”, it’s about logistics and project costs. By hitting recovery rates above 99%, we turn debris into a secondary revenue stream or a cost-offset for the client.
To keep the site compliant and the neighbors off your back, we utilize Dust Boss suppression systems to knock down particulates at the source. This allows us to work in sensitive environments, like active labs or high-traffic pedestrian zones, without the dust and debris migration that usually triggers shutdowns.
CASE STUDY: DEQ (DEPARTMENT OF ENV IORNMENTAL QUALITY)
WHAT WE DO
Clearing Today for a Better Tomorrow
SAFETY FIRST
OSHA Compliant
ZERO OSHA VIOLATIONS
Our experienced team stays current with the latest industry regulations, construction methods, environmental standards, and equipment. We comply with OSHA, EPA, federal, state, and local requirements to ensure every industrial demolition and environmental remediation project is completed safely and responsibly.

SAFETY FIRST
Emergency Response Trained
EXCEPTIONAL SAFETY STANDARDS & PROTOCOLS
At Total Wrecking & Environmental, safety is the foundation of every industrial demolition and environmental remediation project.
That’s why we’ve implemented comprehensive safety protocols that go beyond industry standards, helping protect our employees, clients, subcontractors, and the communities where we work.

SAFETY FIRST
First Aid/CPR/AED Trained
IN-HOUSE SAFETY PROGRAM
At Total Wrecking & Environmental, safety goes beyond industry standards. Our comprehensive in-house safety program equips every team member with the training, knowledge, and resources needed to work safely on every project.
From First Response and First Aid to AED and CPR certification, our ongoing training programs help ensure our crews are prepared to respond quickly and effectively while maintaining the highest safety standards.


