Question 1

What Should I Be Shredding?

Accepted Answer

As a rule of thumb, you should shred any document with sensitive financial or medical data and personally identifiable information (PII). Since every business has unique client and corporate information, consult with a shredding partner who can provide a guide for what to shred. Learn more about what documents you should shred in our blog post on document disposal risks and best practices.

Question 2

Am I Required by Law to Shred?

Accepted Answer

Yes, many industries are required by law to securely dispose of sensitive information to comply with privacy regulations such as HIPAA, FACTA, and GDPR. Shredding is one of the most effective ways to ensure compliance.

Question 3

How Does a Drop-off Shredding Service Work?

Accepted Answer

Drop-off shredding services allow you to bring your documents to a secure location where they are shredded on-site or at an off-site facility. This service is convenient for individuals and small businesses with smaller shredding needs.

Question 4

How Is My Material Kept Secure Before It Is Shredded?

Accepted Answer

Your materials are stored in secure shredding bins or locked containers before being destroyed. These containers are designed to prevent unauthorized access and maintain confidentiality until shredding occurs.

Question 5

Can Your Shred Truck Come to My House?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer residential shredding services where our mobile shred truck comes directly to your house and destroys your documents on-site.

Question 6

Can Your Shred Truck Come to My Storage Unit?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our shred truck can visit your storage unit and securely shred the documents and materials you need destroyed.

Question 7

Why Can’t I Just Use My Office Paper Shredder?

Accepted Answer

Office paper shredders are often inefficient, time-consuming, and unable to shred documents to a secure level. Professional shredding services ensure complete destruction and save you time and effort.

Question 8

What Is a Certificate of Destruction?

Accepted Answer

A Certificate of Destruction is a document that provides proof your materials were securely destroyed. It includes details like the date, location, and method of destruction, ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards.

Question 9

Are Shredding Collection Containers Secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes, shredding collection containers are designed to be tamper-proof and secure, ensuring that your sensitive documents are protected until they are shredded.

Question 10

What Are NAID AAA Certified Shredding Services?

Accepted Answer

NAID AAA Certification is the industry standard for secure shredding services. It ensures that the shredding provider meets strict security, compliance, and auditing requirements to protect sensitive information.

Question 11

What Happens to the Paper After It Has Been Shredded?

Accepted Answer

After shredding, the paper is typically recycled into new paper products, reducing waste and benefiting the environment.

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