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FAQs About Shredding for Residential & Commercial Clients

A1 Shredding & Recycling helps destroy items that are no longer useful to you or your company but may pose a safety risk to the environment or your brand. Our expert security experts provide safe and secure product destruction services in Atlanta, GA and Miami, FL. Faulty, defective, and surplus products are in the best hands for safe destruction with us. We put the security of your brand and your identity first. Trust us with all your shredding and product destruction services in Georgia and Florida.

How much does it cost to shred my documents?

Our cost to shred your secure documents varies depending on your volume of paperwork, service type, and location. We offer free estimates and flat-rate pricing to ensure the highest level of customer service.

What types of services do you offer?

We have mobile or drop-off document shredding services for your convenience. You can drop your items off at one of our multiple locations, or we can bring our safe and secure shredding truck to you.

How do your shredding services work?

Our shredding services are easy and convenient. You contact us to schedule pick-up or drop-off services. We’ll discuss the amount of your product and provide a free estimate. Our bonded, uniformed, and insured security specialists conduct your shredding and product destruction services. We’ll provide a Certificate of Destruction for your records.

What types of containers do you offer?

Our containers have an internal locking plate and a double-turn lock for added security. Each bin has an external hasp locking system, an internal locking system, an external hasp locking system, and a molded paper slot. We have a 35-gallon container than holds up to 100 pounds, a 65-gallon container to hold up to 200 pounds, and a 95-gallon container to hold up to 300 pounds.

Will you recycle my products?

We recycle large bales of paper shreds.

What do flat fees mean?

We don’t have any hidden costs, fuel surcharges, or admin fees.

What is a Certificate of Destruction?

We always provide a Certificate of Destruction and a summary report with each service for your records.

Do I need to remove paper clips and staples?

We don’t require that you remove paper clips or staples from your documents before shredding.

Why are your services better than renting or buying a shredder?

Our shredding services offer an affordable and efficient way to dispose of documents safely. We’re skilled and trained to ensure your products are disposed of in the safest way possible.

What is witnessed shredding?

Many people choose to witness the shredding process as we destroy your documents and products for additional security.

What is purge shredding?

Many customers do purge shredding on an annual basis. It requires a heavy-duty shredder to destroy thousands of documents at once. We offer one-time shredding services and routine shredding services for your convenience.

What is HIPAA?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) includes provisions intended to safeguard the privacy of patient health records.

What is FACTA?

The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act combats consumer fraud, identity theft, and related crimes by requiring the destruction of papers containing important consumer information.

How do I choose the best service for my needs?

When you need shredding services under 100 pounds, we recommend our drop-off shredding service. For shredding services larger than 100 pounds, our mobile shredding services provide the most convenient service. We’ll take care of the heavy piles of documents and boxes. If you need shredding services for large quantities over 300 pounds, our routine mobile shredding services ensure your area stays clutter-free. We’ll provide bins for your office or building to collect on a routine basis. Contact us in Georgia and Florida.

Compliance With Industry Standards

To ensure thorough data protection, the landscape of shredding laws and regulations is constantly evolving. Fortunately, A1 Shredding & Recycling remains at the forefront of these changes by consistently adjusting and improving our practices to surpass industry standards. With our HIPAA-compliant facilities, you can trust that your document destruction and disposal are in the best hands

Benefits of Shredding Services

Secure document disposal is just one of the many advantages of working with A1 Shredding & Recycling. Benefits of our services include:

  • Save time and money
  • Achieve peace of mind
  • Protect your identity and sensitive data
  • Environmentally-friendly practices
  • Convenient and customizable
  • Reduce environmental waste
  • Mitigate security and safety risks

Environmentally Friendly Practices

A1 Shredding & Recycling is dedicated to upholding our environmental responsibility. With our time-honored shredding and recycling protocols, we ensure minimal environmental waste to reduce our carbon footprint. With our shredding services, you can protect your sensitive data while contributing to a sustainable future for our precious environment.

Scheduled Shredding Services

For businesses with reoccurring shredding demands, look no further than A1 Shredding & Recycling. We provide scheduled shredding services that enable you to pre-plan your shredding services to eliminate document buildup and reduce the risk of information leaks and data breaches. Count on us for prompt destruction and disposal that leaves no room for lapses in security.

Shredding for Small Businesses and Individuals

A1 Shredding & Recycling caters to a wide range of shredding needs. We extend our trusted document shredding service to small businesses and individuals. We have you covered, from small business owners looking to protect sensitive customer information to individuals looking for a cost-effective solution to clear up filing cabinet space.

Data Security & Protection

Data security and protection are imperative. When you choose A1 Shredding & Recycling, you can rely on dedicated experts highly trained in safe and secure document destruction and disposal. Our rigorous safety protocols ensure your information remains confidential from the moment we receive your documents to their final shred.

What To Expect from Us

Working with A1 Shredding & Recycling opens the door to professional, efficient, and safe document destruction and disposal. With our team, you can expect the following:

  • BBB and NAID-Certified
  • No hidden fees
  • Flat rate pricing
  • HIPAA-complaint
  • Free estimates
  • Certification of Destruction
  • Exemplary customer service
  • Utmost safety and professionalism
  • 30-day free trial for routine service

Our Other Shredding Services

At A1 Shredding & Recycling, we don’t stop at document shredding services. We are here to accommodate an array of destruction and disposal needs, including:

Let’s Discuss Your Shredding Services in Georgia & Florida

A1 Shredding & Recycling makes it a priority to do much more than simple document shredding – we provide security. Rely on our extensively trained experts for security, privacy, safety, and proper destruction. Contact our friendly team today to discuss your shredding services.

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