By Elizabeth Landry
Frederick W. Dambach, President and CEO of Patriot Sons USA, has spent a lifetime in service—first to his country, and now to the health and safety of our communities. A U.S. Army veteran who served during both the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm, Dambach comes from a proud military family with deep-rooted traditions of service. His father served in World War II, and many of his siblings, cousins, and even his son have followed similar paths.
Throughout his civilian career, Dambach held a diverse range of roles—from working in power plants and building submarines to managing an electrical supply branch, selling computers, and serving as a high-voltage lineman. But it wasn’t until 2015, encouraged by his son, that he charted a new course. He enrolled in the Entrepreneur Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) at Syracuse University, and in 2019, he founded Patriot Sons USA—a company focused on asbestos abatement and environmental remediation.
Drawing from firsthand experience with asbestos exposure during his early career, Dambach developed a passion for addressing the long-term health and environmental consequences of hazardous materials.
“Back then, we didn’t know the dangers. We worked with asbestos without any protection,” he recalled. “Now, I’ve become educated on the risks—and that knowledge drives our mission every day.”
Today, Patriot Sons USA is a federally registered and New York State-certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) offering asbestos abatement, mold and lead remediation, and industrial cleaning services. The company plays a vital role on construction sites, often serving as the first team onsite to create safe working conditions for other trades by removing hazardous materials like asbestos, tile flooring, pipe insulation, or even biological contaminants such as pigeon guano.
“We’re in the business of cleaning up dangerous situations,” says Dambach. “Whether it’s abatement in a commercial building or an environmental hazard at a military facility, safety always comes first.”
Though the early years required persistence and patience, the company has seen significant growth in recent years, securing larger contracts across New York State—from Buffalo to Queens. Dambach credits this momentum to an expanding team of skilled professionals and a shared commitment to excellence.
“We’ve brought on some key full-time team members, including a project manager with over 20 years of experience,” Dambach shared. “And I’ve learned a lot from my son. The student has truly become the teacher.”
Patriot Sons USA may still be a young company in the broader construction contracting space, but its mission is grounded in discipline, integrity, and a genuine desire to serve—principles rooted in Dambach’s military background.
“We started out wanting to serve the VA and fellow veterans. That mission has evolved, but our values haven’t. We take pride in our work, prioritize safety, and don’t cut corners. We’re Patriot Sons for a reason—we aim to lead by example.”
Looking ahead, Dambach envisions the company expanding into emergency response services and broadening hazardous material cleanup efforts. More importantly, he hopes Patriot Sons USA will be a family legacy—continued by his children and grandchildren with the same purpose and pride.
“At the end of the day, it’s not just about profit,” he reflected. “It’s about doing work that matters—leaving a legacy of impact, honor, and purpose. In the military, you’re given a mission. In the private sector, you create your own. This is mine, and it feels right.”
From all of us at CNY Publications, Construction Contractor Magazine, and the Syracuse Builders Exchange, we extend our deepest gratitude to Fred Dambach and his family for their continued service—to our country, our industry, and our community.