Document Destruction Services
Destroy Your Documents with Confidence
At Record Nations, we recognize the real-life dangers of identity theft and fraud. Individuals and businesses alike are exposed to these threats, and our mission is to provide services that help decrease that risk. Our document destruction services are the secure solution you need.
We have an expansive network of local providers who operate with the highest compliance and security standards. Federal, state, and local regulations are a priority, along with your privacy. When you need your documents securely destroyed, rely on Record Nations for flexibility, affordability, and security.
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The Document Destruction Process
1. Assess Your Needs: Assess the type and volume of documents that need to be destroyed, your location, frequency of service, service type, and any additional services you choose.
2. Contact Record Nations: Fill out the form on our website or call us at (866) 385-3706. We’ll help you choose the right service and connect you with local document destruction professionals.
3. Get Your Free Quote: The local providers will reach out to you with quotes, allowing you to make the right choice for your document destruction needs.
4. Schedule Your Service: Once you’ve chosen a service provider, you’ll schedule your service with them and prepare your documents for handoff.
5. Get Your Documents Destroyed: Your provider will either come shred your documents onsite or take them to an offsite destruction facility. They’ll provide a certificate of destruction afterward.
Why Choose Record Nations?
Fast Turnaround
Get matched to a partner in 3-5 minutes. They will work with you to get a quote based on your specifications.
Nationwide Coverage
We have partners all over the United States and Canada.
20+ Years
Record Nations has over two decades of experience matching customers to the right services.
Partnered with the Best
We are partnered with thousands of partners nationwide providing you with the best, secure options in your area.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does document destruction work?
1. Contact Record Nations at (866) 385-3706 or fill out the form to be matched with a service provider that fits the needs of your shredding project. Select the one that works best for you and schedule your service. You will select the type of service you need, mobile, offsite, recurring, or one-time.
2. The service provider will to your location to shred onsite or transport them to a secure, offsite facility (depending on your selected service).
3. You will receive a certificate of destruction when the process is complete. This certificate ensures the thorough and secure disposal of your sensitive documents and records.
What if I need ongoing services?
If you need recurring destruction services, let us know when you contact us to get a quote. Your service provider will provide you with locking shred bins to keep your papers in while you await your recurring shred date. You can set recurring services to happen weekly, monthly, or annually depending on your needs.
Are the paper shreds recycled?
Yes, once the shred truck is full, the paper shreds are taken to a recycling facility. The shreds are broken down and used for other future paper products, leaving your information gone without a trace.
Can the shred trucks handle hard drives and electronics as well?
Shred trucks are equipped to handle hard drives. Confirm with your service provider if you have hard drives or electronics you wish to destroy to see what they can handle. If you have a larger electronics destruction project, you will need to schedule an electronics destruction service.
What happens to the shredded paper after the process?
After shredding, the paper is typically recycled, ensuring an environmentally friendly approach to disposal.
Are your services compliant with privacy regulations?
Yes – shredding services are designed to meet or exceed industry standards and are compliant with privacy regulations such as HIPAA and FACTA
Can I get a certificate of destruction for my records?
Yes, our partners provide a certificate of destruction after each shredding service as proof that your documents were properly destroyed.
Are your shredding services available in my area?
We work with a network of partners around the US and Canada, so our services are available in almost all locations. Please contact us to check availability in your area.
Can you handle large volumes of shredding for businesses?
Yes, we can accommodate both small and large-scale shredding projects, making us an ideal choice for businesses of all sizes.
What is mobile shredding?
Mobile shredding, also known as on-site shredding or shredding truck service, is a document destruction service where a specially equipped shredding truck goes to your location to shred documents and other sensitive materials on-site.
What is off-site shredding?
Off-site shredding is a secure document destruction service where documents and other sensitive materials are collected from your location and transported to a shredding facility for destruction.
What is purge shredding?
Purge shredding, also known as one-time shredding or bulk shredding, is a service offered by shredding companies to securely dispose of large volumes of documents or other sensitive materials in a single event or purge.
How much does document destruction cost?
The cost of your document destruction service will depend on your location, service type, volume, and more. When you contact us with the details of your project, our service providers will give you more accurate price quotes.
Can I just rent or buy a shredder?
You can, but depending on your needs, it can be costly, time-consuming, and not nearly as secure.
