Secure Document Destruction & Paper Shredding in Salem, Oregon
For businesses and individuals in Salem, Oregon, secure document destruction is an integral part of protecting your private information. Garten provides reliable paper shredding and document destruction services backed by NAID certification, reassuring you that sensitive materials are handled securely from pickup through final destruction. Operating as a mission-driven nonprofit, Garten also puts the work back into the community by creating employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
We no longer operate on Industrial Way.*
Please visit us at our new location:
500 Hawthorne Ave Se, Salem, OR 97301
Public Drop-Off Hours Monday – Friday:
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Walk-Ins Welcome for public drop-off. 10+ Boxes require an appointment.
Our Document Destruction Services
We offer secure, flexible paper shredding services near you, offering options tailored for both businesses and individuals. Whether you need ongoing support or a one-time purge, our Salem shredding services make document destruction simple, secure, and convenient.
Walk-In & Witness Shredding Services
Looking for convenient shredding locations near you? Our walk-in shredding services allow you to drop off documents for same-day destruction. For added security, choose witness shredding and observe the process from a safe distance.
Payment is required at the time of service, with invoicing available for pre-approved accounts.
Standard Walk-In:
(Open M-F, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
*10 or more boxes needs an appointment
Witness Shred:
(By Appointment Only)
Mobile (On-Site) Shredding
Our on-site solution brings secure document destruction directly to your business in the Salem area. We can service your containers or provide secure carts, then shred materials on-site using equipment that exceeds Oregon State Archivist
standards. You can witness the process in real time for added peace of mind. A signed Certificate of Destruction is provided, and all shredded materials are responsibly recycled.
(Appointment Only)
Standard Offsite Pickup
Our scheduled pickup shredding services are ideal for businesses needing consistent, secure document destruction. We provide lockable roll carts for your confidential materials and coordinate routine pickups at your location. Documents
are securely transported to our facility, stored in a locked, camera-monitored area, and destroyed in compliance with NAID standards. A Certificate of Destruction is issued for every service, giving you full confidence and documentation.
(Appointment Only)
Document Shredding Prices
Pricing varies depending on the shredding method, volume, frequency, and service requirements. Our transparent pricing helps you choose the option that best fits your needs.
Walk-In & Witness Shredding
Paper Documents:
$0.43/lb| $20 Minimum
Paper with Plastic Component:
$0.83/lb| $20 Minimum
Witness Destruction:
$0.61/lb| $36 Minimum
Mobile (On-Site) Shredding
High Frequency (Monthly or More)
Locking Cabinet or 65-gal Cart:
$26 per container | $52 Minimum
Low Frequency (6 Weeks – Quarterly)
Cabinet or 65-gal Cart:
$34 per container | $68 Minimum
Archive or Bankers Box
$16 each
$112 min. Recurring | $224 Min. On-call
Mobile On-Call Service
$34 per container| $136 Minimum
Shred Events
$325/hour | $650 Minimum
Standard Offsite Pickup
Recurring Service
Paper: $0.49/lb | $70 Minimum
Plastic Component: $0.88/lb | $70 Minimum
On-Call Service
Paper: $0.49/lb | $140 Minimum
Plastic Component: $0.88/lb | $140 Min.
What Can I Shred?
Acceptable for mobile,
walk in and witness:
- Staples
- Paper clips
- File folders less than 1” thick
- Bubble mailers
OK but would prefer
removed for walk in:
- File folders over 1” thick
- Book/notebook binding in small amounts
- Binder clips
NOT acceptable for
mobile or witness:
- Binders
- Cardboard
- Binder clips
- Photos/Xrays
- Badges/debit cards
- CD’s/DVD’s/Scan disks
- File folders over 1” thick
- Book/notebook binding of any kind
Why Shred With Us
Choose Garten for document destruction you can trust. Our NAID AAA Certification reflects our commitment to your strict security practices, while also providing meaningful employment to people with disabilities.
Secure Handling from Start to Finish
Your confidential documents are handled by fully vetted staff and kept in locked, camera-monitored areas before destruction. We follow established security procedures throughout the process to help protect sensitive information every step of the way.
Proof of Destruction
For Ease of mind
After the destruction of your documents, we can provide a Certificate of Destruction for your records. This gives businesses and organizations documentation that their confidential materials were properly destroyed.
Responsible Recycling
for a better world
Secure destruction is only part of the process. Once documents are shredded, the resulting material is responsibly recycled whenever possible, helping keep paper out of the landfill.
A Local Mission with
Local Impact
Garten is a local nonprofit serving Salem and the surrounding Willamette Valley. When you choose Garten for document destruction you make our community a better, more accessible place for everyone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Garten provides secure, NAID-compliant document destruction services for businesses and individuals. We offer flexible options including walk-in shredding, mobile on-site shredding, and scheduled pickup services.
Each service is designed to protect sensitive information while making disposal simple and convenient. Whether you need a one-time purge or ongoing service, we tailor solutions to fit your volume and security needs.
Garten offers shredding services in Salem and Eugene, serving customers throughout the Willamette Valley. We provide both on-site and facility-based options to make document destruction easy and accessible.
Customers can choose walk-in shredding for quick drop-offs or schedule pickups and mobile services for added convenience at their location.
We follow strict NAID-certified protocols to ensure all documents are handled and destroyed securely. Materials are managed by vetted staff and stored in locked, camera-monitored areas before destruction.
We also provide a Certificate of Destruction for each service, giving you documented proof that your confidential information has been securely destroyed.
On-site shredding means documents are destroyed at your location using mobile shredding equipment, allowing you to witness the process in real time. This option offers maximum transparency and immediate destruction.
Off-site shredding involves securely transporting documents to our facility, where they are stored in a controlled environment and destroyed according to strict security standards.
Yes, we offer scheduled shredding services for businesses that need ongoing document destruction. We provide secure, lockable containers and coordinate routine pickups based on your schedule.
This service helps organizations maintain compliance, reduce risk, and ensure confidential materials are consistently handled and destroyed properly.
Yes, we offer walk-in shredding services for individuals and businesses who need quick and convenient document destruction. You can drop off your materials during business hours for same-day service.
For added security, we also offer witness shredding by appointment, allowing you to observe the destruction process from a safe distance.
Garten is a nonprofit organization, so every shredding service helps create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Your service supports job training, skill development, and long-term employment in the local community.
By choosing Garten, you are protecting your sensitive information while also making a positive social impact.
