Residential Paper Shredding Services

Professional Residential Shredding for Your Sensitive Documents

From personal records to work-from-home files, our secure residential shredding services help keep your private information private. No matter the volume, our team is committed to providing the same secure, professional service to protect your sensitive information.

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Best for customers with minimal shredding needs. Enjoy our most cost-effective service with convenient drop-off at over 100 locations.

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Perfect for those with straightforward shredding needs. Book online, choose your service, and pay only upon pickup.

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Ideal for businesses with large volumes or specific requirements. Get customized solutions, advice, and flexible payment options.

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Stress-Free Personal Document Shredding

From a few boxes to a full home clean out, we offer secure residential shredding tailored to your needs.

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Curb-Side Service

We handle all the heavy lifting by coming to you to shred on or off-site, freeing up space and time for your family or small business so you can focus on other things.¹

Identity Protection

With identity theft on the rise, you deserve a partner that puts your personal information’s safety first. Our residential document shredding services follow strict, industry-leading security measures to help protect your privacy and keep your identity safe.

Flexible & Eco-Friendly

Whether you need to shred a few documents or the whole filing cabinet, we’ve got you covered. Plus, our commitment to recycling means you can go green no matter your choice all without risking your security.

Keep the Right Documents Out of the Wrong Hands

Say goodbye to home office clutter and the risk of data breaches. When you’re informed about the kind of documents that put your information at risk, both personal and work-related, you can take the right steps to securely dispose of them. Here’s a list of those pieces you should consider shredding during your cleanout:

Personal Documents

Work-from-Home Documents

  • Bank statements
  • Tax returns¹
  • Utility bills
  • Credit card statements
  • Medical records (after digitizing if necessary)
  • Insurance documents¹
  • Receipts containing sensitive information
  • Junk mail (credit card or loan offers)
  • Business correspondence
  • Client or customer information
  • Proposals or contracts
  • Financial reports
  • Employee records (with proper authorization)
  • Marketing materials (outdated or sensitive)
  • Confidential documents
  • Meeting agendas and notes

Trusted Worldwide for Secure Data Destruction

90% of data security consumers and 74% of small business leaders surveyed are concerned about experiencing a data breach.²

Don't wait for a data breach to occur. Be proactive, and trust an industry-leading shredding company that puts your security first.

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  • Local service and a national footprint of over 400,000 Shred-it customers serviced in North America
  • 20+ years NAID AAA certified in document destruction
  • GPS-equipped vehicles, cross-cut technology, and protected facilities support robust security protocols
  • Professionally trained and extensively vetted representatives

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I need to prepare my materials for shredding?

For Pick-up Paper Shredding Service: Let us know your volume; we can deliver secure totes in advance or bring them the day of service to transfer contents directly from storage.

For Drop-off Paper Shredding Service: Package your paper documents as you prefer. Staples and paper clips are fine. Visit your local Shred-it drop-off location and hand materials to a trained team member for secure processing.

Does Shred-it provide boxes and bins to pick up our documents?

Yes. We offer secure containers that you can fill at your convenience before scheduling a pick-up. If you already have closed or sealed boxes, our team can move them at your direction. However, please note that we do not provide labor to empty file cabinets, shelves, or other storage areas.

Where can I drop off my documents to be shredded?

We have numerous drop-off locations across North America. Use our drop-off location finder to find a site near you.

What types of materials can be shredded?

We primarily shred paper, but our technology allows us to securely destroy a wide range of materials. Unlike conventional strip-cut shredders, we use cross-cut technology to reduce paper to fine, confetti-like pieces. Contact your local Shred-it representative to discuss your specific destruction needs.

What is a proof of service?

Our Proof of Service certificate (formerly referred to as a Certificate of Destruction) is provided to your business after every material pick up to acknowledge that your documents have been collected by a secure destruction company for proper disposal.

Why should I securely shred my documents?

Shredding personal documents helps protect you from identity theft by making it harder for someone to access sensitive information like account numbers, medical records, or tax documents. It also offers peace of mind knowing your private details are not left vulnerable in the trash or recycling.

Is the shredded paper recycled?

Yes. After secure shredding, paper fragments are baled and sent to trusted recycling partners to be repurposed into new paper products, supporting environmental sustainability.
¹Older than necessary for record-keeping
²Shred-it, Data Protection Report 2023