Why Hire a Paper Shredder?
And other Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do I have to remove staples, clasps, envelopes etc. before you Pulverize my documents?”
A. No, you do not have to groom your documents. All office paper products – staples, clasps, accordion folders – can be Pulverized.
Q. Why hire a paper shredder when I have a personal shredder at home or my office?
A. There are many things to consider when it comes to hiring a shredding service versus using a personal shredder. Here are a few things to consider;
• The time and effort tied up in shredding versus other duties that may be required.
• Security issues- handling sensitive, personal documentation
• Some personal shredders do not destroy documents completely.
• Protecting the company with a sensitive and insured document destruction process.
Q. Can I be sure my documents are totally destroyed?
A. The answer here is Yes. Our shredding is guaranteed, 100% destroyed, using the latest and most efficient mobile shredding equipment available today.
Q. Is this service guaranteed?
A. Yes, A Plus Shredding is guaranteed that all documentation is 100% destroyed and we are fully insured.
Q. Is a certificate of destruction issued?
A. Yes, A Plus shredding provides a Certificate of Destruction to you.
Q. Can I watch my documentation be destroyed?
A. Absolutely. With our Onsite Shredding service our destruction pros remove your documentation and place them in our shredding bins for destruction, and with our mobile shredding unit on site- you can watch the whole process.
Q. Can I drop material off to be shredded?
A. Yes you can, by appointment only at our Taylor Blvd location. Just give us a call at 502-640-4223 to set a time to schedule your drop off.
Q. Can you do Onsite Shredding?
A. That is what we are best known for. A Plus Shredding will come to your business or home and destroy your documentation onsite. No loading up boxes or borrowing a truck just, call us.
Q. Do you shred or recycle batteries??
A. Anything that makes sounds, lights up, or turns on without being plugged in contains a battery. Batteries contain toxic metals, such as lead, cadmium and lithium that can be released into the environment when disposed of the wrong way.
All types of batteries, especially lithium, or Li-ion, also hold a small amount of charge, called a “residual” charge, after they are no longer strong enough to run a camera, toy, or other product. The residual charge or energy may be released as heat or fire if batteries are damaged or punctured. Batteries should always be stored so that the terminals (or + and – ends) are not touching each other or any type of metal. Store them in their original packaging which is designed to keep terminals separated.
Batteries should never be placed in a household recycling container! They won’t be recycled and, depending on the battery type, they could cause a devastating fire!
If you are ready to recycle or dispose of batteries, follow these steps:
Step 1. Collect and sort your batteries by type. Use gloves. The batteries labeled “Alkaline”, “General Use”, or “Carbon Zinc” can be placed in the garbage since the recyclable content is low and they are not a fire or environmental hazard.
Step 2: Tape all battery terminals. ALL battery types (except alkaline) need to have the ends or terminals taped with clear tape. These are usually labeled with a + or -. This prevents them from linking together to generate heat or fire! Store them in a container (not airtight) until you are ready to take them to a retail store that accepts them or the HazBin.
Step 3: Find a battery recycler. Jefferson County residents can recycle household, rechargeable, and automotive batteries at the HazBin for free. Hardware stores, such as Lowe’s and Home Depot, offer rechargeable battery recycling. Batteries Plus Bulbs stores also accept rechargeable batteries. Other types, like alkaline, may be accepted for a fee.