An Evolving Empire 

Harry "Whitey" O'Neill, Jr. founded Empire Wrecking in 1955 to provide specialized demolition and excavation. Over 60 years later, the Empire Group of Reading, PA is led by the founders' son, Todd M. O'Neill. Today, the group includes five subsidiary companies powered by more than 200 employees and 400 pieces of equipment.


Many of our employees have been with the Empire team over a quarter of a century. They supply a depth of experience and pride to the company. Our repeat customers are a testament that Empire continues to give customer service the highest priority.


In addition to Empire Wrecking (now Empire Services), the Empire Group has grown to include: Elk Environmental Services, Berks Transfer, Delaware Valley Utility Contractors and Delaware Valley Contractors. 

Companies within the Empire Group

Empire Services provides reliable and cost-effective demolition and excavation services for individuals, businesses, and municipalities throughout the Delaware Valley and beyond. 
Berks Transfer provides businesses and individuals with waste containment, hauling and waste disposal services - accepting up to 1,000 tons of waste per day.
Delaware Valley Contractors (DVC) is a full-service trucking company providing transportation to contractors and developers with an array of vehicles to fit any need. 
Delaware Valley Utility Contractors (DVUC) provides directional drilling, utility installation and repairs, vacuum excavation, and certified pipe fusion with offices in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Elk Environmental Services (Elk) provides emergency response, environmental remediation, waste management, industrial services, lab packing, and compliance training to the Mid-Atlantic states. Elk serves producers in the Marcellus Shale oil and gas industry with transportation and disposal of waste and industrial cleaning services. 

Need Safety Training? 

Whether you are in construction or general industry, we have the training courses you need to maintain your certifications. Elk Environmental Services's authorized OSHA Outreach Trainers offer over 40 training programs with the latest guidance on DOT, RCRA, OSHA, HAZCOM, and hazardous waste. Elk offers in-person, online and virtual training. In-person training is done at our Reading facility. We follow CDC guidelines to  provide a clean and safe training environment. If you can't come to us, Elk's two full-time safety officers can come to your facility. Contact Ed Clemas or Jamie Caron to schedule your next training!

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