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Can I Throw Old Documents Out?
What You Should Know Before Tossing Sensitive Paperwork It’s a question almost everyone asks at some point: Can I just throw my old documents in...
January 20, 2026
Are Local Shredding Companies Better Than Nationals?
In a world where security, compliance, and trust matter more than ever, choosing the right document destruction partner isn’t just a business decision — it’s...
January 19, 2026
What Are the Advantages of Professional Shredding Services?
Do you shred yourself or hire a professional? From customer records and financial documents to employee files and medical paperwork, businesses and individuals handle a...
January 17, 2026
Replacing Office Computers? Why Hard Drive Destruction Should Be Part of the Plan
Companies regularly upgrade office computers to keep up with evolving technology and boost performance. This process often focuses on the excitement of new hardware and...
January 16, 2026
Do You Need Help Finding a Shredding Service in CT?
Protecting sensitive information is more important today than ever before — especially when you operate a business. Whether you’re a small company, a medical office,...
January 9, 2026
How Long Should Connecticut Residents Keep Personal Documents and Files?
Knowing how long to keep personal documents is an important part of protecting your identity, staying organized, and complying with legal and tax requirements. Many...
January 5, 2026
Recent Posts
Certified Document Shredding
What Is Certified Document Shredding? Certified Document Shredding is more than someone giving you a piece of paper saying they shredded your files, and in...
September 18, 2018
Why You Shouldn’t Shred Documents Yourself
DIY Shredding Just Doesn’t Pay! DIY is very in right now but, when it comes to document shredding, there are many reasons using a professional...
September 7, 2018
You Need To Be Aware of Medical Identity Theft
Identity theft is everywhere these days, but there are still ways to protect yourself and your business. The best way is to use a professional...
August 21, 2018
Where Does the Shredded Paper Go?
At FileShred, we’re asked all the time what happens to shredded documents once the truck pulls away. The answer is actually quite simple. Your old...
August 9, 2018
Residential Shredding: It Really Exists
Residential Shredding: It Really Exists At FileShred, we get asked, “Do you do residential shredding?” every day. People often sound surprised, and then they’re happy...
July 23, 2018
Identity Theft: It Could Happen to You
Identity Theft: It Could Happen to You Reduce your exposure to identity theft with onsite document shredding services. If you think identity theft only happens...
July 9, 2018
Protect The Information in Your Office!
Protect The Information in Your Office! The confidential information about your business and your clients is all over your office. Know the weak places that...
June 27, 2018
Auto Dealerships Need Document Shredding Services
Auto Dealerships Need Document Shredding Services When someone buys or leases a new car, the majority of the time they finance the transaction. To get...
June 20, 2018
Protect Your Credit Card Information
Protect Your Credit Card Information The Federal Trade Commission reported in March of 2018 that identity theft was the second biggest category in consumer complaints....
June 13, 2018
Shredding for Your Law Firm
Let’s face it, lawyers deal with a lot of paper. Look around your office. There are old files stacked in individual offices, and the file...
June 6, 2018
Employee Error and Data Breach
Employee Error and Data Breach More than one-third of data breaches are the result of employee negligence, error, or intentional acts. When it comes to...
May 29, 2018
Information Security is Important! Document Shredding is Your Best Option!
Information Security is Important! Document Shredding is Your Best Option! Information security protects the private and confidential information of individuals, businesses, and organizations of all...
May 23, 2018
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