Distribution Center Decommissioning
Nationwide Shutdown. Full-Service Execution.
MIWEC has successfully decommissioned hundreds of distribution centers and large industrial facilities across the U.S. We specialize in turnkey deactivation, removal, and restoration — on time and in compliance.
Decommissioning Services Include:
- Asset inventory and recovery coordination
- Machinery and racking removal
- Mezzanine and conveyor dismantling
- Utilities disconnection and termination
- Recycling and waste stream management
- Facility cleaning and restoration
Why Distribution Clients Choose MIWEC
- ✅ Safe, insured, and experienced crews
- ✅ Internal logistics team and equipment fleet
- ✅ OSHA-certified project leads
- ✅ Trusted by major brands across retail and e-commerce
- ✅ Able to coordinate with asset recovery and lease restoration in parallel
Facilities We Decommission
Distribution centers
From 100K to 1M+ sq ft nationwide.
Cold storage hubs
Insulated racking, ammonia lines, freezer zones.
E-commerce logistics
Automated facilities with sorters, conveyors, mezzanines.
Retail warehouse closures
Backfill, rack removal, dock clearing.
Fulfillment centers
Racking and IT removal with phased logistics.
Grocery & 3PL campuses
Food-grade storage, regulated items, dock zones.
Industries That Rely on Large-Scale Decommissioning
MIWEC’s decommissioning expertise is trusted by a wide range of industries that manage complex, high-volume operations. Each sector presents its own mix of structural, environmental, and logistical challenges — and our team adapts to meet them all:
- Food & Beverage Distribution — Managing regulated ammonia, insulated panels, and perishables.
- Retail & E-commerce Warehouses — Fast-turn strip-outs, FF&E recovery, and cross-dock restoration.
- Pharmaceutical & Medical Logistics — Sensitive system takedown under clean protocols.
- Refrigerated Storage & Freezer Sites — Glycol drainage, refrigerant recovery, and insulation handling.
- Institutional & Municipal Storage — Gymnasiums, cafeterias, and warehouse-style buildings.
No matter the site type, our crews understand how to safely dismantle and remove racking, catwalks, sorters, conveyors, refrigeration units, and more — while coordinating with owners, landlords, and subcontractors. Our turnkey decommissioning workflows reduce client liability and accelerate re-occupancy or resale timelines.
Decommissioning Often Integrates With:
Asset Recovery
Identify and extract valuable equipment before dismantling.
Auction Services
Sell large volumes of FF&E directly to market.
Lease Restoration
Return the site to a rentable, code-compliant condition.
Environmental Services
Handle lighting, electronics, scrap, and debris responsibly.
Notable Projects
Stop & Shop DC
900K sqft closure in NY.
JCPenney Warehouse
Asset recovery in NJ.
Bob’s Stores
Closures in CT.
Cold Storage – TX
Refrigerant and freezer removal.
Midwest Fulfillment
E-comm recovery and restoration.
Start Your Decommissioning Plan Today
Whether you’re closing one facility or ten, MIWEC delivers expert-led execution, start to finish.
Get in touch with our team for a consultation or walk-through.
Firm’s Legal Name
MIWEC Asset Recovery Inc.
Contact Info
Phone: 631-873-4357
Fax: 631-425-7638
Email: Sales@MIWEC-USA.com / Info@MIWEC-USA.com
Office Address
273 Walt Whitman Rd, Ste 125
Huntington Sta., NY 11746