Document Shredding Rates. No Hidden Fees.
99¢ per pound for drop-off shredding. Flat rates for boxes and scheduled service. Every fee disclosed below before you call. Same rates for residents, businesses and medical practices across all 14 metro Boston cities we serve.
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We Post Our Rates. Most Competitors Will Not.
National shredding chains hide pricing behind quote forms because their final invoices include fees customers do not expect. Our model is the opposite. Every rate, every fee, every condition is published below. The price you see is the price you pay.
Our pricing rules
One per-pound rate. Two flat fees per job. One transportation fee if we come to you. No fuel surcharges. No bin rental fees. No administrative charges. No volume minimums on per-pound rates. No contracts required for drop-off service. The total on your invoice matches the total we quote on the phone.
Pick the Plan That Fits Your Volume
Drop-off is cheapest for small to medium volumes. Off-site pickup is most convenient. Scheduled service is most cost-effective for businesses generating ongoing paper waste.
- Walk-in Mon-Fri 10am to 5pm
- 1215 Main St, Unit 115, Tewksbury MA
- Bags, boxes and folders all accepted
- Witnessed shredding included free
- HIPAA Certificate included
- No volume minimum
- Service across all 14 metro Boston cities
- Transportation fee starts at $129.95
- Scheduled within 2 to 3 business days
- Locked containers maintain chain of custody
- HIPAA Certificate included
- No staple or clip removal needed
- Quarterly, monthly or weekly pickup
- Locked consoles at your office
- Business Associate Agreement included
- Flat monthly rate, predictable cost
- Multi-location discounts available
- HIPAA Certificate every pickup
Two Flat Fees Apply to Every Job
These two fees apply once per service visit regardless of volume. Listed here so you can budget accurately before you call.
⚠ The fees you should know about
What this means in practice: A 5-box residential drop-off costs about $35 in per-pound shredding ($14.95 HIPAA + $19.95 environmental) for roughly $70 total. An off-site pickup of the same 5 boxes runs about $200 total with transportation added. Scheduled accounts pay a flat monthly rate that includes all fees.
How Much Will Your Job Cost?
Use this reference table to estimate your total. Per-pound rate applies if you bring loose bags or unmarked boxes. Box rates apply if you can provide 10 or more standard-size banker boxes.
Quick reference: what most jobs cost
| Volume | Drop-Off (all-in) | Off-Site Pickup (all-in) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 banker boxes (~50 lbs) | $85 to $100 | $215 to $230 | Drop-off makes sense for this volume |
| 5 banker boxes (~150 lbs) | $185 to $220 | $315 to $350 | Either plan works |
| 10 banker boxes (~250 lbs) | $185 (box rate) | $315 to $350 | Box rate of $20/box kicks in at 10+ boxes |
| 20 banker boxes (~500 lbs) | $435 | $565 to $600 | Estate cleanout typical volume |
| 50 boxes (storage room) | $1,035 | $1,165 to $1,200 | Annual purge service category |
| 100+ boxes (filing cabinets) | Custom quote | Custom quote | Call for annual purge pricing |
Box rate option: $15 per small box (10x12x15 inches) or $20 per banker box (10x15x24 inches), 10-box minimum required. The flat fees still apply. Choose box rate if your boxes are standard size and you have 10+. Choose per-pound rate for everything else.
Witnessed Shredding Pricing
Watch every document destroyed in front of you at our Tewksbury facility. Available by appointment. The most secure option for highly sensitive materials.
👁 Witnessed Shredding by Appointment
Premium service with visual verification. Documents destroyed in your presence at our certified facility. Ideal for law firms, medical practices and clients with strict chain-of-custody requirements.
How it works: Schedule an appointment by calling (978) 636-0301. Bring your documents to our Tewksbury facility at your appointment time. Watch every document fed into our industrial shredder. Walk out with your signed Certificate of Destruction in under 30 minutes.
Local Pricing vs National Chain Pricing
National shredding chains often charge less per pound but add fees that make total invoices 40 to 80 percent higher than ours. Here is what to compare line by line.
| What You Pay For | MyPaperShredding | National Chains (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Per-pound rate | 99¢ | 89¢ to $1.10 |
| Fuel surcharge | None | $12 to $35 per service |
| Bin rental fee | None | $8 to $25 per bin |
| Administrative fee | None | $8 to $15 per invoice |
| Per-box minimum | None on per-pound rate | Often 25 to 50 boxes |
| Certificate of Destruction | $14.95 disclosed up front | $25 to $50 add-on |
| Environmental compliance | $19.95 disclosed up front | Often hidden in line items |
| Transportation | From $129.95 (off-site only) | Variable, often higher |
| Same crew picks up and shreds | Yes | No, subcontractors |
| Pricing posted publicly | Yes (this page) | Hidden behind quote form |
Ready to Schedule? Get an Honest Quote in Minutes.
Tell us your volume, ZIP code and preferred service plan. We respond within a few business hours with a written quote that matches the rates posted on this page.
Pricing FAQ
Answers to the pricing questions we hear most often. If yours is not here, call (978) 636-0301.
What is the minimum charge for drop-off shredding?
How do I know if drop-off or pickup makes more sense for me?
Why does the HIPAA fee apply to non-medical documents?
Can the environmental fee be waived?
What is the per-box rate and when does it apply?
How is the transportation fee calculated?
Do you offer discounts for multiple locations or recurring service?
Do I pay separately for hard drive destruction?
What payment methods do you accept?
Are your rates negotiable?
Do you offer free shredding events?
Will my final invoice match the quote I receive?
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