A Reputation For Excellence

By Demolition, Wrecking & Recycling Today, Bnpmedia.com

OCTOBER 2024

Since its founding in 1958, Sessler Wrecking, a third-generation, family-owned business, has built a robust reputation for safety, excellence and reliability. Over the years, this focus has helped the company attract and maintain numerous long-term clients, including several Fortune 100 companies operating in both the United States and internationally. As the demand for its services continues to grow across broader regions, Sessler Wrecking has recognized the need to expand and diversify to ensure future success. In response, the company has proactively sought different opportunities to extend its geographical reach, leading to the opening of a Southeast Division in February 2024 based in Charlotte, N.C., metropolitan area.

This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s rich history, positioning the company to better serve the growing demands of clients in the Southeast, mid-Atlantic and regions further west. For over six decades, the company has been headquartered in Waterloo, New York, located in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. It has served as the central hub of operations facilitating bridge, building and industrial demolition projects throughout the eastern United States. However, the opening of a second location in Charlotte allows the company to strategically broaden its reach and increase operational capacity.

To ensure the success of its Southeast operations, Sessler Wrecking recently hired two industry veterans: Mark Frank, who serves as the Director of Southeast Demolition and Edmund (Ed) Vernier Jr., who holds the title of Director of Southeast Operations.

Both Mark and Ed offer a wealth of knowledge, with each bringing over 35 years of experience of successfully managing and executing large-scale commercial and industrial demolition and decommissioning projects across the country. Their extensive background in demolition, combined with a shared commitment to safety and quality, make them ideal leaders to spearhead Sessler Wrecking’s efforts in the Southeast. The decision to bring them on board reflects the company’s continued dedication to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and client satisfaction in this new market.

This expansion is part of a broader strategy to stay at the forefront of the demolition industry, which faces challenges such as increasing interest rates and inflation. As these economic factors have shaped the industry over the years, Sessler Wrecking is committed to navigating these challenges through growth and innovation.

Kevin Sessler, an owner of Sessler Wrecking, credits the company’s success to the dedication and hard work of its employees, stating that their efforts have been instrumental in driving the company’s growth. “Our field staff, office staff and leadership team have all been key to our success, helping us build on a strong foundation of 66 years. We are excited to begin this journey of growth. With our new Southeast Division, we can continue ‘Making Good Things Happen!’ for our clients, partners and communities, both new and existing,” Sessler says.

As part of its expansion, Sessler Wrecking has made significant investments in equipment to meet rising client and industry demands. Over the past year, the company has expanded its expansive fleet of equipment with the purchase of two additional ultra-high-reach excavators: a 92-ft high reach and a 165-ft ultra-high reach, the latter being one of the largest in the eastern United States. These cutting-edge machines enable Sessler Wrecking to take on larger, more complex demolition projects nationwide, as well as provide the flexibility that is needed to complete the jobs more safely and efficiently.

Sessler Wrecking’s Southeast expansion and equipment addition is a testament to the company’s commitment to evolving with the industry, leveraging the expertise of its team and investing in the future. With this new chapter, the company is poised to deliver the same high level of safety and service that has defined its success for more than six decades, while also exploring new opportunities for growth in emerging markets.