L. L. “Jay” Schwall began working in the demolition industry in the 1960s, working for Cleveland Wrecking and Cuyahoga Wrecking before going out on his own. In 1973, he started Invirex Demolition in New York. After building a stellar reputation in the demolition industry, he acquired Louisiana Chemical Dismantling Company, Inc. (LCDC) as a way to better serve the heavy industrial companies throughout the United States. After being brought up in the business, Mr. Schwall’s son, Jay, took over the operation and ownership of LCDC in 2006, and continues to provide industrial dismantling and demolition services throughout the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.
“Jay and Betty were always there with their sleeves rolled up…”
—Peggy Sihanek
Schwall family, 1973 Yankee Stadium remodel.
Selective demolition and salvage to gut “the House that Ruth Built” in preparation for a two year rebuild project.
Complete decontamination, demolition and site restoration of power plant including recycling 45,000 tons of steel, removal of 4,500 cu yds asbestos and installing river bulkhead
Removal of upper-tier seating on the west side of Tiger Stadium, utilizing 2,000 ton crane to lift and remove 21,500 tons of post tensioned concrete structure.
Complete removal of refinery, 2,600 cyds of asbestos, 48,000 tons recycled steel, relocation of Hydrogen Plant and site restoration
Purchase of chemical plant, removal of 8 process units, asbestos removal and closure of retention basin
Purchase of DMT production facility including , PTA, LAR, Material Handling and Dock facilities, asbestos and residual product removal, recycled 24,000 tons steel, 12,000,000 pounds stainless steel, save for reuse over 500 equipment items including heat exchangers, tanks, reactors and columns.
Surgical removal of four recovery and power boilers with structures, asbestos removal, 300′ elevation stack surrounded by a operating facility utilizing a 450 ton barge crane”
7 Res Decommissioning Project. Includes hydro excavating, underground line breaking, cold cutting first breaks, the removal of clarifiers, pumphouses, intake, and dock structure overwater. Importing of 7,000 cyds of backfill.
The demolition industry helps communities reinvent and reimagine their future. LCDC delivers every demolition and dismantling project with precision engineering, technical expertise, and a steadfast commitment to safety.
LCDC specializes in turnkey plant dismantling solutions that transform retired facilities into recovered value. Through careful planning, skilled execution, and strategic asset recovery, we maximize returns from scrap metals, equipment, and reusable materials. Backed by decades of experience, our team safely and efficiently manages every phase of the dismantling process while minimizing environmental impact and operational risk.
When critical assets reach the end of their useful life or no longer fit operational needs, LCDC delivers value through expert asset recovery solutions. From industrial machinery and office equipment to complete facility decommissioning, we provide surgical removal and recovery services designed to maximize returns, streamline transitions, and unlock hidden value from idle assets.
Whether the project involves the purchase and relocation of a single process unit or an entire industrial facility, demolition and dismantling activities must be executed with exceptional precision and attention to detail. Industrial structures are often highly specialized and complex, requiring careful planning, technical expertise, and a thorough understanding of operational and structural intricacies to ensure a safe and efficient project outcome.
Environmental remediation involves the removal and treatment of contaminants from environmental media, including soil, groundwater, sediment, and surface water. LCDC provides comprehensive remediation solutions designed to mitigate environmental risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and prepare sites for redevelopment, asset recovery, or closure.
