October 17, 2024
Re: Demolition & Asbestos Removal, Inc. (DARI)
Letter of Recommendation
To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing to recommend Demolition & Asbestos Removal, Inc. (DARI) who Barnhill/Balfour
Beatty/Metcon – NC Education, A Joint Venture (BBM-JV) subcontracted to perform the abatement and demolition scope of work for the North Carolina Education Campus project. The North Carolina Education Campus project consisted of the removal of 168,000 sq ft of interior strip-out,asbestos-sprayed fireproofing, and floor tile removal throughout the building from the basement floor to the 5th floor. DARI subcontracted D.H. Griffin Wrecking to demolish and dispose of the building structure.
Under the leadership of James London, the NC Eastern Regional Manager for DARI, the project was managed with exceptional expertise, an impressive attention to safety and continued assurance that the schedule dates were met. His operational strategies and logistics were instrumental in coordinating a very large crew working in multiple locations. The project, with its numerous variables and strict time constraints, demanded constant attention.
DARI’s commitment to safety and quality was evident in their strict adherence to all compliance
requirements set by NCDHHS, OSHA, and BBM-JV standards throughout the project. Adrian
Garcia, the lead Supervisor, Glenn Collins, the Project Manager, and all crew members of DARI,
demonstrated professionalism and dedication, reflecting great credit upon themselves for their
excellent work.
I sincerely believe that Demolition & Asbestos Removal, Inc.’s vast experience with the project’s scope of work was an integral part of the project, assisting in keeping with BBM-JV’s timeline to proceed with construction of the new building currently in progress.
I am confident that their skills and dedication will exceed your expectations.
Lauren McCauley
Project Executive
Balfour Beatty
October 31, 2023
To Whom It May Concern,
Demolition & Asbestos Removal, Inc. (DARI)
I am more than pleased to offer my recommendation to James London
I have had the opportunity to work with James at the USCH Savannah Tomochichi project located in Savannah, Georgia. The four-story 130,000 sq. ft., originally built in 1899 and added to in 1930, is undergoing complete renovation and alteration to bring the Federal Courthouse up to modern and security standards.
During the initial start of the demolition and abatement phase of the project, a partial floor collapse in the southeast section of the 3rd floor was experienced. DARI was brought on board toperform the recovery of the collapse and subsequent hazardous material dust cloud that engulfed the building.
James London’s experience was evident and proved incalculable from the start. His dedication to safety, attention to detail, and ability to coordinate and sequence his forces were critical to completing the recovery efforts in a timely but most importantly safe execution.
Due to James London’s leadership, his team was able to overcome numerous obstacles and opportunities while being under the watchful eye of the Savannah Fire Department and bringing the building back to the point of normal operating procedures. The team is extremely grateful for James London’s contributions to the USCH Savannah Tomochichi Project.
Sincerely,
Brian G. O’Shea
Senior Superintendent
Brasfield and Gorrie L
November 14, 2023
RE: Endorsement of Demolition and Asbestos Removal, Inc.& James London
I have had the pleasure of working with James London on various demolition and asbestos removal projects over my 12 years of service with Wake County. James represents the best of contract services. His best attributes include optimism, personality and humor, reliability, fairness, and respect. No matter the challenge presented, James and his Team get it done. He’s anoutstanding leader and role model for his team. James’ thoroughness provides, with any owner, peace of mind that a project will be completed correctly, at a reasonable price and on schedule. At a time of declining customer service in businesses, James delivers high-quality customer service experience every time no matter what the project size or complexity. Following is a list of Wake County Facilities Design & Construction Services projects that reflect James’ hard workand dedication.
I hope to partner with James on many more successful projects in the future.
Sincerely,
David Rutherford
Senior Facilities Project Manager
May 2, 2012
Reference: ECS Carolinas, LLP (ECS) and DARI
ECS Carolinas, LLP (ECS) and DARI have worked together on abatement, remediation and demolition projects since 1996. These projects include asbestos abatement, lead abatement/remediation, microbial remediation and demolition.
The remediation/abatement budgets for these projects have ranged from a few hundred dollars to upwards of $1,000,000.00. We have worked together with DARI on various types of projects for private industry, property owners/developers, property managers, educational institutions and local governments
DARI is on our list of bidders for any size projects. They have successfully completed all the projects to the satisfaction of the owner and the designer. They are efficient, diligent and continuously complete their projects on time or ahead of schedule. In addition, they meet and often exceed the specifications and requirements set by the designer.
The entire DARI team is friendly, knowledgeable and easy to work with. We highly recommend them to anyone for any environmental abatement (remediation) and/or demolition projects.
ECS appreciates the opportunity to provide this recommendation.
Sincerely,
Brian E. Maas, REM
Director of Environmental Services
ECS Carolinas, LLP
March 15, 2010
To: Whom So Ever It May Concern
Subject: Working Relationship with Demolition and Asbestos Removal, Inc.
EEC has worked with Demolition and Asbestos Removal, Inc. (DARI) since 1989 on asbestos abatement, lead remediation and mold remediation as well as small demolition projects of various sizes. The project sizes have varied from $2,000.00 to $750,000.00. For the last 6 years DARI has completed projects in excess of $500,000 at Wake County Courthouse. These projects have been done once a year minimum
DARI is on our bidders list for small or large size projects. They have successfully completed all the projects without dispute to the satisfaction of the owner and the designer. They have an ability to complete the project on time or ahead of the schedule based on the need of the construction schedule. The quality of work has met the specifications or exceeded the requirements set by the designer.
The management personnel in the corporate office or the branch office are very easy to work with and their field personnel (supervisors, superintendent and workers) are very respectful to the owner’s representatives.
We highly recommend them for environmental remediation and demolition projects to the owner and designers.
Sincerely,
Mike Shrimanker, PE, CIH, CSP
President
July 27, 2011
Mr. Lee London/President
Demolition & Asbestos Removal, Inc. (DARI)
Dear Mr. London:
would like to take this time to convey the County’s appreciation for a job well done in association with the demolition and asbestos abatement work on Public Safety Facility. Throughout the project Chris Walker and Mike Fields demonstratedprofessionalism when dealing with any issues and a desire to achievecustomer satisfaction. Having completed the Phase I successfully will allow a smoother less complicated transition into Phase II.
Thanks again to DARI and its employees and Forsyth County looks forward to working with you again in the future.
Sincerely,
J. Dudley Watts, Jr./County Manager
Cc: Mrs. Marylene Griffin, DARI CEO
Ed Jones, Deputy County Manager
Scott Angell, General Services Director
Jim Rickards, Assistant General Services Director
Gary Key, Construction Manager Forsyth
December 22, 1994
Mrs. Marlene Griffin
Demolition & Asbestos Removal, (DARI)
4700 Hilltop Road
Greensboro, NC 27407
On behalf of the Mead Corporation, I would like to both thank you and compliment you for the work that your company recently completed on our Chattanooga Coke . Plant Project.
Mead considers the Chattanooga Coke Plant project a success. But it was through the diligent ·and dedicated efforts of your employees, and employees from the other Griffin family of companies, that we were able to achieve our goals. I would like to acknowledge Chris Walker, Joe Knowles, and Larry Hurt for their work in supervising this complex project. It is a tribute to your team that we were able to perform approximately 35,000 man-hours of work without injury, complete the project on schedule, and accomplish this with labor that had little, if any, experience.
Happy Holidays!!!
Eldon C. Fink, P.E. Environmental Consultant
The Mead Corporation
Friday, May 10, 2024 4:34 PM
To: Eric Payne < ep****@******rp.com > ; Lester Rivenbark < lr********@******RP.COM >
Subject: [EXTERNAL] RPMP – “The Good”
Every other month we have a Superintendent meeting. We feed the guys lunch, do some safety training, discuss lessons learned, let them know about the happenings at the office, and of course talk about our subs
At the end we do a section we call “the good, the bad, and the ugly”. This gives us vital feedback on how subcontractors are performing in the field that those of us in the office may not be aware of. I wanted to let you know that your name came up in our meeting today as one of “the goods”! Some demo companies have a wreck<-it-Ralph approach, but yours is thoughtful and considerate (not two words usually associated with tearing shit up). The simple things like misting water during dusty demolition and constantly sweeping up seem so minor, and yet they prevent so much mess. You are not only focused on removing whatever needs to be removed, but you always leave the space better. Having this as part of your company philosophy allows our Superintendents to focus on other aspects of the project and prepare for what’s next. Our clients have noticed too! Andmore’s dock staff get excited when you show up, because they know that bay isn’t going to be full of trash when you leave (it will actually be cleaner than when you pulled up – freshly washed if you hit a sprinkler head too! (0 ). We value our relationship with DARI and so I wanted to send you this note to let you know it goes from top to “bottom”… you guys are definitely the good ones!
Hope you have a great weekend,
Audrey F. Wells, LEED AP
President/RPM Partners General Contractor
Facilities Design and Construction
Gray Home Management House
PO Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170
336.334.5269 1’/zo11e 336.334.32 I2 Fnx
July 20, 2007
Mr. Lee London, President Demolition & Asbestos Removal, Inc. 4706 Hilltop Road
Greensboro, NC 27407
Petty Building Renovation Dear Mr. London:
We extend our congratulations to the crew of Demolition & Asbestos Removal, Inc. at the UNCG Petty Building Renovation (Christopher Walker and Nicholas Lopez) for being awarded the UNCG Craftsmanship Quality Award. The recipient of this award is selected by a team of people working on the project and is intended to recognize high quality work on the part of the members of the entire project team. In selecting the recipient of this award, the selection team noted Demolition & Asbestos Removal’s handling of unforeseen items, prompt completion of work, and cooperation with others at the jobsite.
We commend your company for receiving this award and look forward to working with you in the future.
Sincerely,
Fredrick A. Patrick, AIA, PE
Assistant Vice Chancellor
FAP/lk
June 13, 2013
Ms. Benita G. Mitchell, CEO
Demolition & Asbestos Removal Inc. 4716 Hilltop Road
Greensboro, NC 27407
Subject: Working Relationship with Demolition and Asbestos Removal, Inc. Dear Ms. Mitchell: Please let this letter serve as a reference for Demolition and Asbestos Removal, Inc. (DARI). Over the past 10 years DARI has performed work for Wake County Facilities, Design and Construction and other County departments on numerous asbestos abatement, lead remediation, mold remediation and selective demolition projects. These projects have varied in size/cost from $2,000.00 to $750,000.00 and all have been completed in a professional and timely manner and in accordance with their respective contract specifications without any compliance issues disputeDARI has consistently demonstrated their ability to professionally plan and prosecute projects to successful completions, on schedule, with quality work meeting or exceeding the requirements ofthe project.
Management personnel in the corporate office and the local branch office are professional and easy to work with. Their field personnel (supervisors, superintendent and workers) are knowledgeable, well trained and very respectful to the owner’s representatives.We highly recommend DARI for environmental remediation and demolition projects.
Sincerely,
Tim Barbour
Project Manager
Wake County Facilities Design & Construction
November 16, 2023
James London
Demolition & Asbestos Removal Inc.
Raleigh, NC
James,
It has been a pleasure working with you for the last 30 years and times have passed by, and we have not realized that we were associated that long with a variety of projects. I remember when first project was started at Wake County and we went through many ups and downs during the project in your first courthouse project. You have made the Owner (project managers of Wake County Design and Construction) and they have found loopholes that all demolition can be contracted out without going through the bidding process. Project Managers, Tim Barbour, David Rutherford and Patrick McHugh, had no complaints about what you have done for them. That is a credit to your leadership and involvement and assignment of your project supervisors and workers for each project.
There are many asbestos abatement, mold remediation and other projects for UST removal that we have done together with the least number of hurdles. The results to the many projects have always been in the favor of the clients. I count on the projects that I have done with you and werecompleted on time or ahead of schedule. I had the best of my association professionally with youand hold you in the highest regard
Sincerely.
Mike Shrimanker, PE, CIH, CSP
President
