
O’ROURKE CEO Delivered VIP Keynote at World Demolition Summit
Comments Off on O’ROURKE CEO Delivered VIP Keynote at World Demolition SummitO’Rourke Wrecking Company is proud to share that CEO Michele O’Rourke served as the VIP Keynote Speaker at the World Demolition Summit in Nashville – the premier global event for the demolition and dismantlement industry, attended by 500+ leaders from around the world. Her keynote, “Sustainability is Stewardship: Building Hope Beyond the Jobsite,” highlighted how […]

Industrial Dismantling
Comments Off on Industrial DismantlingAt O’ROURKE Wrecking Company, we’ve been at the forefront of industrial demolition and dismantling since 1962. We help clients move forward with confidence, whether the goal is site redevelopment, asset recovery, or safe decommissioning of a plant. Let’s walk through how industrial dismantling works, why it matters, and what you should expect when you choose […]

Plant Relocation
Comments Off on Plant RelocationRelocating a manufacturing or industrial plant isn’t just about moving equipment from one place to another. It’s about preserving operational integrity, reducing downtime, and getting every piece reassembled and functional in a new environment. We’ve been moving industrial assets, entire facilities, and complex equipment systems for decades. Whether your operation is moving across town or […]

Environmental Engineering Services
Comments Off on Environmental Engineering ServicesEnvironmental liabilities don’t wait. Whether you’re preparing a site for redevelopment, responding to an emergency, or coordinating a demolition project, you need a partner who can manage contamination, navigate regulations, and move the job forward. That’s where environmental engineering services come in. At O’ROURKE, we’ve provided integrated demolition and environmental solutions for over 60 years. […]

Demolition Salvage
Comments Off on Demolition SalvageWhat Is Demolition Salvage? Demolition salvage is the process of recovering valuable materials from a structure before or during its demolition. Rather than sending everything to a landfill, the goal is to identify what can be reused, recycled, or resold. Materials like steel, concrete, brick, wood, and architectural elements are carefully separated for another life […]

Specialty Demolition
Comments Off on Specialty DemolitionWhen a structure needs to come down with precision, not power, that’s where O’ROURKE’s specialty demolition team comes in. From interior dismantling to complex decommissioning, O’ROURKE brings technical skill, control, and decades of experience to every project. What Is Specialty Demolition? Specialty demolition refers to controlled, engineered methods used to dismantle structures selectively. Unlike total […]

Stadium Demolition
Comments Off on Stadium DemolitionWhen a stadium reaches the end of its lifespan, taking it down is far more complex than knocking down walls and hauling away debris. It requires precise engineering, advanced equipment, and an experienced team capable of coordinating every detail. O’ROURKE Wrecking Company has led some of the most recognized stadium demolition projects across the United […]

Total Demolition
Comments Off on Total DemolitionWhen a structure reaches the end of its use, O’ROURKE is the partner clients call for complete and controlled removal. Total demolition means taking down every part of a structure (steel, concrete, utilities, and foundations) until the site is ready for what comes next. With more than sixty years in the demolition and site-preparation industry, […]

Old Building Demolition
Comments Off on Old Building DemolitionOld buildings often hold architectural, historical, and sentimental value. But when these structures become unsafe or no longer meet modern standards, professional demolition becomes essential. O’ROURKE has decades of experience managing complex demolitions for older buildings, aging facilities, historic landmarks, and commercial properties throughout the Midwest. Each project is planned with precision, using proven techniques […]

Shoring & Bracing
Comments Off on Shoring & BracingEngineered shoring and bracing keep people safe, protect structures, and make projects predictable. O’ROURKE delivers temporary works that are PE stamped, field proven, and built for real jobsite conditions. Our teams design, install, monitor, and remove systems that support façades, frames, trenches, and excavations. You get a single contractor that understands demolition, selective removal, and […]