Shredding Services Birmingham

Paper Shredding Services Birmingham

Shredding Services
Birmingham

Paper Shredding And Confidential Waste Disposal Birmingham

Looking for a one-off purge collection or to set up a regular service to remove your confidential data for secure shredding?

Look no further than Restore Datashred’s state-of-the-art shredding depot servicing Birmingham. We collect from a good 50-mile radius that includes major hubs of business activity such as Birmingham, Coventry and Northampton, and we provide a professional, cost-effective, waste disposal service in Birmingham that we tailor to suit your needs.

Here at Restore Datashred Birmingham, we take the security of your confidential data seriously. 

And it’s not just paper we reduce to shreds and recycle, either. We can securely destroy hard drives, uniforms, ID cards and badges and personal protective equipment – all items you want to keep from falling into the wrong hands.

Your data is safe with us and, we like to think, so is the world around us, as we always aim for 0% landfill from all our activities…

Restore Datashred Birmingham can offer the scale, coverage and efficiency you need, combined with a level of customer service that’s second to none from experienced, knowledgeable and friendly teams.

Backed by strong company values of trust, integrity, security, teamwork and ownership, they take pride in working with you to get the best possible result for your business: secure destruction and disposal of confidential documents and data, with total flexibility to meet your needs.

Find out how Restore Datashred can help your business with the range of secure shredding services that we offer in Birmingham.


Here are 7 more reasons why you should use Restore Datashred Birmingham

1. We’re local to you
2. All our operatives are security vetted, fully trained… and friendly!
3. On-site shredding in our mobile vehicle means you can check the whole process, watching your confidential assets as they move from bin to blade; or off-site shredding at our 24-hour CCTV and entry-system-protected depot
4. We are ISO 27001, 14001 and 9001 accredited, amongst others
5. Electronic tracking provides an audit trail at the touch of a button, with a swiftly supplied certificate of destruction at the end of the process
6. Environmental Report accessed through our online customer portal sets out details of how much water and energy and how many trees you have saved
7. Our legendary customer service team – we are the only UK shredding business to have been awarded the ServiceMark by the Institute of Customer Service

Get a quick quote for shredding in Birmingham

Please fill out the form below or call 0800 376 4422 to enquire about our secure shredding services. Unsure of what you require? Our friendly data security experts can advise.

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Our Local Depot to Birmingham

Address:
Geilgud Way
Cross Point Business Park
Coventry
CV2 2SZ

Manager:
Jamie Walsh

 

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SERVICE

We're proud to be named Paper Recycling Business of the Year for shredding and recycling more than 100,000 tonnes of confidential waste.

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Serious about
SECURITY

We work closely with our customers to ensure that the highest standards of data protection are maintained, providing safe and secure destruction of confidential documents and information.

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SUSTAINABILITY

We take our shared environmental responsibility very seriously, and operate a zero landfill policy to help our shredding customers achieve their CSR targets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Shredding Services Birmingham

What is a shredding service?

Shredding helps to destroy and discard confidential papers and information that is no longer needed. As a company that offers shredding services in Birmingham, Restore Datashred are experts in seeing the whole shredding process through. Our shredding services involve gathering the paper that companies want to shred, having the papers passed through a shredding machine which finely cuts up the papers, and recycling the shredded paper for a more considered environmental impact. Through all of this, our shredding services are safe, secure, and operated by experts who are fully trained. It can be difficult to find reliable methods of disposal for sensitive documents, and so a company that offers its shredding services locally in Birmingham can be just what some people are looking for.

Who needs to use shredding services?

Despite the rise in numbers of paper-free offices across all business sectors, there are still many businesses, banks, financial institutions and healthcare services across the Birmingham area that need to run paper-based systems. This means that at some point down the road there will be a lot of paper files and documents containing sensitive customer or patient data that will need to be securely disposed of in compliance with current Data Protection Act Laws once the paperwork has reached the end of its useful life.

That’s why Restore Datashred is pleased to offer businesses in both the private and public sector a local shredding service in Birmingham.

What are the benefits of using your shredding services?

If you don’t already make use of your local shredding services, you may want to think about doing so. Using a company’s shredding services can make life a whole lot easier for you and your business. This is because a good provider of shredding services are able to properly deal with the shredding process from beginning to end. 

Additionally, with many bustling businesses so focused on the workload they have themselves, no one could expect a company to also try and deal with their own shredding. Not only would it be a difficult task to try and conduct your company’s own shredding services, but businesses also have a legal requirement to fully protect and destroy personal information after its use. The easiest way of doing this is by employing the help of a shredding service to properly dispose of any paper waste. Thankfully, Restore Datashred’s shredding services in Birmingham can easily help your company. We help you keep on top of the actual work you have to do, and not get distracted by thinking about all the shredding that needs to be done. 

We work efficiently and effectively, so that you can be sure that all your shredding needs are taken care of. We will come in when you require, with the aim of offering you the best shredding services in Birmingham. This is especially helpful for larger businesses and corporations where there may be a lot of documentation that needs to be shredded and disposed of securely. Being the experts we are, we at Restore Datashred are up to the challenge of helping any company, through the use of our shredding services.

How safe are your shredding services?

When done correctly (such as when using a company like Restore Datashred), deciding to use shredding services is a great idea. It is a safe method of paper disposal that has been used and trusted by many.

We understand that you may feel cautious about using a new company to provide your Birmingham business with a shredding service. However, Restore Datashred can help you put your reservations to rest. We operate to the strictest guidelines, and all of our employees are trained so that they fully understand the proper procedures. This contributes to us carrying out some of the most secure shredding services in Birmingham.

Shredding documentation that is no longer needed is the safest method of disposal. Furthermore, with a reputable company like Restore Datashred, you can be certain that we take your safety seriously. We operate in your best interests by keeping to the strictest regulations. Your security will never be in question when you use Restore Datashred’s shredding services. You’ll be able to see that your documents have been disposed of in the safest way and in one of the most convenient methods. So that you can be absolutely certain that we have truly worked to give you one of the best shredding services in Birmingham, we also provide you with a document after we complete our onsite shredding. We do this to reassure you that the service you expected from us has taken place.

We have also been recognised numerous times for the outstanding shredding services we offer. Our industry accreditations demonstrate the hard work that all our employees put in to ensure we offer you the very best shredding service. General Data Protection Regulations are so important today, and we are pleased to be working in a manner that truly follows these regulations and offers our customers the best security through our dedication to best practices.

Does our company need to shred all of our data?

According to the rules set out in the Data Protection Act and the most recent GDPR update, a company can only retain personal information for a set period of time. Once this data has served its purpose and is no longer needed the company have a legal duty to dispose of the data in a secure manner. 

Failing to comply with Data Protection Laws will see a company being penalised with hefty fines or even being closed down in extreme cases of serious data breaches. To remain compliant a company needs to be very careful how they use and store an individual's personal data.

Where do Restore Datashred’s shredding services take place?

If you’re based in or around Birmingham, Restore Datashred would urge you to consider using our shredding services in Rugby, which provide shredding services to businesses within a 50 mile radius.

Our local depot to Birmingham is located at: 
Rugby destruction centre
Unit 9 Prospect Park
Valley Drive
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV21 1TF

Restore Datashred offers both onsite and offsite shredding, so you can pick the solution that is best for you. Our onsite shredding uses a mobile shredding van, so the shredding process can physically take place on your premises in Birmingham. Alternatively, our offsite shredding involves the waste being taken to our secure warehouse in Rugby where it will then be shredded. Both options are popular with our customers, and the final decision is up to you. We like to offer both options for our shredding services so that you can have as much flexibility as possible. However, if you’re unsure about which option to pick, we’re always happy to advise.

For businesses with offices nationwide Restore Datashred has shredding depots across the UK. These include:

 

What method of shredding is better and why?

This really will depend on your circumstances. Typically, on-site shredding is considered to be the best method because you can personally witness the destruction of your waste. However, Restore Datashred has gone the extra mile to reassure our clients that our off-site confidential shredding service is just as secure as our on-site service. 

There is absolutely no chance that anyone will be able to look through your sensitive data. We take the secure disposal of your confidential information very seriously. You can be absolutely confident that your sensitive information will remain private and protected throughout the whole process.

Why should I use Restore Datashred for shredding services in Birmingham?

Restore Datashred’s shredding services in Birmingham are second to none. Our shredding services offer superior quality and efficiency when compared to a number of other local shredding companies. Furthermore, we boast a number of certifications and memberships, and as an accredited shredding service provider, being BS EN15713:2009 certified, you can be confident when placing your trust in us.

How can I start using Restore Datashred’s shredding services in Birmingham?

Thinking of using Restore Datashred’s shredding services in Birmingham? Great! If you’re interested in our shredding services, we welcome you to get in touch today by calling 0800 376 4422. We’d be happy to discuss more about how we can help you with our shredding services.

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How much do paper shredding services cost?

The cost of our paper shredding services in Birmingham can vary depending on your business needs. For example, we have to consider how much shredding you need us to deal with, and how often you’d like to use our shredding services. However, at Restore Datashred we want to make our shredding services as accessible as possible, and so we’re happy to discuss prices with you in further detail. We are pleased that we are able to offer not only quality shredding services, but our services at competitive prices, too. Being an established waste disposal company and experts in the paper shredding industry, we think that you will find the prices you get from us as very reasonable for the great service you get.

Why should I consider your paper shredding service?

Risking your customers’ personal data by failing to handle it correctly carries fierce penalties, both financial and reputational. All businesses need to make sure that customer data, whether in paper or digital format, is handled correctly on-site, off-site and at end of life. 

Paper records carrying confidential information can include: 

  • Expired sales receipts 
  • Credit card information 
  • Employee pay slip copies 
  • Employment records 
  • Old financial statements 
  • Old company invoices 
  • Staff Photo IDs 
  • Voided cheques

However, this list is not exhaustive. At Restore Datashred we have experience in shredding a wealth of information that companies no longer need and that companies need to discard in a secure and confidential manner. So if you’re wondering if our shredding services in Birmingham can help you, the answer is most likely ‘yes’.

Can you bring your shredding machines to us?

Yes we can! If you prefer to witness for yourself the final destruction of your confidential paperwork, you can book for one of our mobile secure shredding vehicles to come out to your workplace to shred your sensitive documents. Choosing our on-site shredding service can really help to put your mind at ease about the disposal of your confidential paperwork. 

You can watch with your own eyes as your paper waste is hand fed into the jaws of our mobile shredding vehicle. If you have a yard or a car park on your premises where our vehicle can gain access and set up ready to perform your shredding, then it removes any worries you may have concerning your paperwork leaving your premises completely intact.

Can we watch the shredding procedure?

this is one of the major benefits of having a shred-on-site service such as ours. You can witness for yourself the complete destruction of your paperwork so you can be satisfied that there will be no documentation leaving your premises in a readable state. Our state of the art mobile shredding vehicles are equipped with industrial strength shredding machinery. Absolutely nothing that meets with the jaws of our shredding vehicles will be recognisable once the shredding process is complete.

Can we have written proof of destruction?

Yes you can! Once we have shredded all of your paperwork you will be issued with an official Certificate of Destruction. 

This document will give you the proof you need to show that you securely disposed of your confidential paperwork in full compliance with your requirements under the Data Protection Act. You can use the Certificate of Destruction for auditing purposes to show a satisfactory end to your paper trail.

What happens to shredded paper?

Don't worry – you will not be left with loads of shredded paper to dispose of! We follow a strict chain of custody throughout the process. This means that we will take away and dispose of your shredded paper waste in an ecologically sensitive manner that involves recycling your paper waste into new paper products. 

When you use Restore Datashred on-site shredding services, you will benefit from having your sensitive paperwork permanently destroyed making it impossible for anyone to reconstruct any of your documentation. You will also have great peace of mind knowing that your confidential waste will not be causing any health and safety or environmental issues for your company. Knowing that your shredded paper is going to be recycled and will re-enter the circular economy can really help to boost your company environmental reputation.

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Can we use your services to shred materials other than paper?

Yes you can! Shredding materials that have become redundant is an important part of any company's regular routine. As well as paper-based document shredding, many organisations will store sensitive customer or patient information on electronic storage devices, such as discs, hard-drives, USB storage devices and more.

These types of data storage devices cannot be thrown away when no longer of any use because of the sensitive data they contain. Throwing these items away in your regular refuse collection can pose a serious data breach risk and leave your company exposed to fraud and ID theft.

Both our on-site and off-site shredding services are suitable for electronic data storage destruction. Our industrial strength shredding machines will render your storage devices completely useless. Once shredded we will separate out any raw materials such as base metals and plastic that can go on to be recycled and reused rather than sent to landfill.

Can you shred non-paper products?

We can shred a lot of waste materials that companies do not need any longer or don't want to reach the marketplace for sale. 

If you are a business involved in making products, then there will be occasions where you need to dispose of items that may be faulty, damaged, poor quality or incomplete. This is a good security measure to put in place when you don't want any sub-standard product reaching the marketplace that could lead to bad reviews or could cause damage to your business reputation.

Can you shred company uniform and security clothing?

We understand that your company needs to protect itself from possible security risks so it makes sense to shred old uniforms and security clothing that bears your company name or logo. 

Unfortunately, work clothing doesn't last forever. There will be times when you will need to issue new staff uniforms or update the style and design of your company security clothing. You cannot have your old uniforms just sitting around taking up valuable space. Neither can you run the risk of suffering a security breach should anyone wish to steal your old clothing to pose as company employees to gain entry to secure areas or access company files or information. 

By using either our on-site or off-site shredding services to destroy your old company uniform, you will be protecting your company from these risks.

How do I ensure I dispose of my hard drives correctly?

A very effective way of disposing of hard drives is having Restore Datashred physically shred them. 

Here is a step-by-step guide of our hard drive shredding service:

  • Call one of our professional team to discuss how we can assist with your hard drive destruction. 
  • Restore Datashred now have a number of mobile shredding vehicles with hard drive shredders on-board, allowing us to offer a national service for hard drive shredding.
  • Our fleet of mobile shredders can process up to 20 hard drives per minute, ensuring your data is permanently destroyed. 
  • In order for a hard drive to be destroyed, it must be removed from either the PC or server in which it is housed and any additional protective casing. 
  • All hard drives will be destroyed onsite in one of our state-of-the-art mobile shredding vehicles. 
  • Secure Collection Operatives also have the ability to produce a collection report containing the serial numbers scanned from the hard drives. 
  • Once destroyed, the material will be brought back to a Datashred depot and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.

Can I destroy my own hard drives?

Many businesses don’t have a hard-drive destruction policy. Some will perform their own DIY destruction by venting their frustration on their hard drives with a hammer! This might help them feel better and it might even work theoretically to destroy it enough, but there’s no guarantee. Alternatively, stockpiling hard drives increases the risk of others being able to access the confidential data they hold. Even if hard drives are stored in a locked area, if the information is still intact there’s a chance that it could be accessed. That's why you should use a fully accredited shredding company to ensure your hard disk shredding in carried out securely and compliantly.

Confidential Waste Disposal Birmingham

Why should I consider a confidential waste disposal service?

Failing to securely dispose of confidential materials could mean non-compliance with data protection legislation. And any security breaches, and subsequent loss of data, could be punished with hefty fines by the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Using Restore Datashred's confidential waste disposal service will help reduce risk and protect your reputation.

Why should I use Restore Datashred to dispose of my confidential waste?

Using Restore Datashred's confidential waste disposal service will ensure you comply fully with your legal obligations. Our service comprises the following:

  • Confidential data and materials are collected by our uniformed and security-vetted staff
  • Our secure vehicles are satellite-tracked so we know where they are at all times
  • The data is returned to one of our destruction centres, where it is unloaded inside a high security warehouse and shredded on the same day 
  •  A Certificate of Destruction is issued to you

We’re BS EN15713:2009 shredding standard accredited, so you can be confident that the service you will receive from Restore Datashred will be of the very highest standard.

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What confidential waste can you dispose of?

Whether your confidential waste is in the form of paper records, digital media, uniforms, ID badges or other items, our secure process ensures that all materials and data are strictly contained and controlled.

Our company is based in an office block. Can you guarantee that our confidential waste will be safe?

We work with lots of businesses and organisations in Birmingham that are based in office complexes or buildings that don't have any secure ground floor space, such as a yard or company car park, that would accommodate one of our secure mobile shredding vehicles. 

By choosing our secure off-site shredding services Restore Datashred will work closely with you and can supply you with a range of secure confidential waste collection containers that are lockable and completely tamper-proof. These include shredding boxes, cabinets and sacks and sack tags. You can see our range of confidential shredding containers in our online shop. 

We are sure there will be a suitable solution for you no matter what your office or workplace set up or layout. You can simply place your confidential waste collection containers around your office or workspace and once full, we can come out and collect your waste for you.

 

How do you collect our confidential waste?

Our secure off-site shredding service operates a fleet of security vehicles that we use to collect your confidential waste from your Birmingham premises. This means that your sensitive information is fully protected while being collected and while in transit to the secure off-site shredding facility. 

Restore Datashred employ our own team of highly trained and fully vetted security staff. Our team will arrive at your premises at a time and date that you book directly with us, so you will always be expecting our collection service. Our security team all carry appropriate identification so you can be 100% confident that they are an official Restore Datashred security team. 

Our off-site shredding service is designed to offer you a seamless and reliable confidential waste disposal solution tailored to meet the needs of your business or organisation and guarantees that your company's sensitive information will be handled securely every step of the way.

How do you transport our confidential waste?

There is no need to worry about potential data breaches or any data theft once your confidential waste has left your building. 

We operate a range of satellite-tracked security collection vehicles. This means we will know exactly where your confidential waste is at any point of the journey between your work premises and our secure shredding facility. 

Your collected confidential waste is monitored at all times and is never left alone. We transport your waste to one of our secure destruction centres where it gets unloaded from the security vehicle inside our secure compound and immediately shredded.

What happens to the shredded material?

Even after your confidential waste has been completely destroyed Restore Datashred take all the necessary steps to ensure that absolutely nothing is left of your waste. We do this by separating out the shredded waste into base materials so for example all of your shredded paper is baled up and sent to a paper mill for recycling into new paper or tissue products.

What sort of confidential waste should we regularly shred?

There are many businesses and organisations that will have a mass purge of confidential waste shredding once per year, especially when managing archived documents that are constantly reaching the end of their useful life. However, this will all depend on how much sensitive information that you generate and how long it is needed for. 

There may be a very valid need to implement a more routine shredding system that takes place every three months or so throughout the year. All businesses are obliged to maintain records but will often generate a lot of sensitive paperwork that really shouldn't be stored for too long before secure disposal. 

These can include:

  • Research & Design trade secrets 
  • Customer lists 
  • Vendor lists 
  • Sensitive personal information about customers 
  • Ex-employee information 

While many business owners and company managers will plough thousands of pounds into cyber-security to prevent their computers being hacked, it is usually far easier for a criminal to perform low-level hacking of your sensitive data without ever touching a keyboard. Do not hesitate to get in touch with our team at Restore Datashred Birmingham. We will be happy to discuss your shredding needs!

Serious about Shredding Standards

We use best practice standards at all times, and this is reflected in the accreditations we have achieved, making us one of the UK's most accredited confidential shredding services.