Ever wonder what happens to your confidential documents after they’re shredded? At Richards & Richards, we don’t just destroy sensitive information – we give it new life through our comprehensive recycling program. In fact, our green initiatives helped recycle over 10.6 million pounds of paper in the last year alone, making a significant environmental impact in Nashville and beyond.

The Shredding Process: Where It Begins

The journey starts with our secure shredding service, where documents are destroyed using the Southeast’s largest industrial shredder. Our NAID AAA Certified process ensures each piece of paper is shredded twice, creating confetti-sized particles that protect your privacy while preparing the material for its next life.

From Shreds to New Products

Stacked bales of shredded waste paper for recyclingOnce your documents are securely destroyed, the recycling journey continues:

  • The shredded paper is compressed into large bales
  • These bales are transported to specialized paper mills
  • The paper is mixed with water to create a slurry
  • Contaminants are removed through screening and filtering
  • The cleaned pulp is pressed, dried, and formed into new paper products

Environmental Impact

Our commitment to sustainability through business shredding services and residential shredding creates measurable benefits:

  • Reduces landfill waste
  • Saves trees and water resources
  • Decreases energy consumption
  • Lowers carbon emissions
  • Supports local recycling infrastructure

Making a Difference Together

Every time you choose professional shredding services over basic office shredders, you’re not just protecting sensitive information – you’re contributing to environmental conservation. Whether you’re a business conducting a one-time purge or a resident bringing documents to our drop-off shredding location, your choice makes a difference.

Ready to protect your sensitive information while supporting environmental sustainability? Call Richards & Richards today at 615-242-9600 or complete the form on this page to learn more about our secure shredding and recycling services in Nashville.