Document Shredding in Columbia, MD

Columbia Document Shredding Services

Once documents have been scanned or their retention schedule is up, they can be easily disposed of through safe, secure document destruction services. It’s critical to dispose of the documents compliantly to avoid any exposure risk for you, your company, or your employees. Record Nations Columbia can help you by offering secure, trusted document shredding and electronics destruction services.

Document Destruction Solutions

We offer two different shredding services which are mobile shredding where the truck will shred at your location and off-site shredding, where all documents are shredded at a secure facility.

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Our shredding services give you the opportunity to:

  • Set up a weekly, monthly, bi-weekly, or annual shredding service.
  • Shred all documents after they have been scanned.
  • Manage and dispose of documents after they have reached the end of their retention schedules.
  • Organize and securely dispose of documents that have become obsolete.

Hard Drive Shredding and Degaussing

If you do not properly destroy a hard drive, the information is still recoverable. Deleting everything off your old hard drive does not completely get rid of the information on it. Destroying your hard drive is the only way to keep the information from getting into the wrong hands. Record Nations Columbia has various methods to destroy your data, including:

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  • Hard Drive Shredding: The hard drives are put into an industrial shredder and shredded into bits making the device unrecognizable and unusable.
  • Hard Drive Degaussing: High-power magnets are used to scramble the information on the drive. This ensures that the information is impossible to retrieve.
  • Hard Drive Crushing: A hole is punched through the hard drive, shattering the device, and making the information unrecoverable.
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What is the Cost of Document Shredding?

The cost of shredding varies, but most mobile and off site shredding providers charge $130-$150 for a project up to 120 lbs. This varies based on project size, material, location, and other factors. After the process is complete, a certificate of destruction is provided for your records.

Destruction With Record Nations

Step 1Assess

Assess the volume and type of materials that require destruction. Consider if your organization requires an ongoing destruction service, storage, and/or scanning. 

Step 2Contact

Contact Record Nations to get free, customized quotes for destruction and shredding providers in your area. Our experts can quickly answer any quesitons you may have about services.

Step 3Schedule

The provider(s) we match you with will contact you with service and scheduling options. You choose who will do the service and when.

Contact us for a free quote today!

Reach out to our team today to discuss document management solutions. We're here to explore your options and guide you to the perfect service for your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of documents should be considered for destruction, and how do I identify them?

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Documents that contain sensitive or confidential information, such as financial records, medical files, legal documents, and employee records, should be considered for destruction. A document retention policy can help identify which documents need to be shredded.

What is the difference between on-site and off-site document destruction services?

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On-site destruction involves shredding documents at your location for added security, compliance, and peace of mind, while off-site destruction means documents are collected and securely destroyed at the shredding facility. Both services are accompanied with a certificate of destruction for your records.

Can I schedule a one-time shredding service, or do you offer recurring shredding plans?

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Whether you need a one-time shredding service or prefer a recurring plan, we can connect you with providers offering flexible options. Discuss your specific needs with the chosen provider for a customized shredding solution.

Can I receive a Certificate of Destruction after the shredding service is complete?

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Yes, our service providers offer a Certificate of Destruction as proof that your documents have been securely and properly shredded. You can request this document for your records.

What is the difference between on-site and off-site document destruction services?

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On-site destruction involves shredding documents at your location for added security, compliance, and peace of mind, while off-site destruction means documents are collected and securely destroyed at the shredding facility. Both services are accompanied with a certificate of destruction for your records.