ABOUT

WHO WE ARE

After returning from service in World War II, William R. Hayden founded Hayden Lumber & Wrecking in 1945. In the early 1970s, Ronald K. Hayden took the helm of the company and started to provide the demolition and dismantling services for the commercial and industrial sectors which became the foundation for Hayden Wrecking. Today, the tradition and reputation of personalized service and quality workmanship that our clients rely upon continues under the leadership of Ben, Brian, and Nick Hayden.

1950s

After founding the company in 1945, William R. Hayden began to grow to company through demolition of various structures and salvaging material for reutilization.

1960s

Ronald K. Hayden joined the family business as it continued to expand throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan area. Integrity and hard work lead to success.

1970s

Upon the passing of William R. Hayden, Ronald took the helm and transitioned the company into the industrial sector. In the mid-1970s, the business was incorporated as Hayden Wrecking Corporation.

1980s

Hayden Wrecking Corporation continued to strengthen its reputation in the heavy industrial market, working year-round at industrial facilities such as Monsanto Chemical in Sauget, IL.

1990s

Brian and Nick Hayden joined their father in the family business; Nick handled field operations and Brian was responsible for the accounting and financial aspects.

2000s

Ownership transitioned to Brian and Nick Hayden following Ronald K. Hayden’s retirement. The pair continued to foster their father’s reputation in the industry.

2010s

Ben Hayden joined his brothers in ownership, stepping into the role of Operations Manager, as the company welcomed a significant growth pattern.

2020s

Hayden Companies was formed to better encompass the business divisions that have developed: Wrecking, Concrete Cutting, and Environmental. Work continues nationwide in various sectors and markets.

OUR MISSION

Mission Statement

  • To create healthy, long-term relationships while providing solutions of value.
  • To operate safely while providing service second to none, maintaining high ethics and integrity
  • To create opportunities for owners as well as employees for professional development, employment security, and financial success
  • To uphold and improve on the Hayden family legacy

SOME OF OUR CLIENTS

WE WILL

COMPANY STANDARDS & VALUES

  • Maintain and enhance our reputation for providing the highest quality of work and outstanding service to our customers.
  • Operate safely at all times.
  • Create and provide value for our customers.
  • Create and enhance opportunities for our employees’ financial security.
  • Say what we will do; then we will do what we say.
  • Operate our company with the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
  • Anticipate problems before they happen for the benefit of our customers and employees.
  • Stay on the cutting edge of technology related to equipment, tools, and methods for executing projects for our customers.
  • Be professional in all aspects of company operation.
  • Provide all employees with opportunities for training and development.
  • Retain the highest caliber of skilled employees.
  • Always abide by all laws.