Confidential Document Shredding Service
BDM ArcScan’s easy-to-use Confidential Shredding Service offers a simple, secure and affordable solution for document disposal, whether for personal, home or business use.
Our pricing options give you flexibility and a clear choice. For example, if your documents are already sorted and ready to drop off, our cost-per-kilo service offers great value. Alternatively, if you are only just starting to clear things out, our fixed-price cost-per-bag option may suit you better. This means you always know what you are paying, with no hidden surprises.
Flexible and Convenient Confidential Document Shredding
There is no need to worry about contracts, because there are none. Instead, you can use our Confidential Shredding Service whenever you need it, giving you complete control. You can also choose to drop off at one of our office locations or arrange collection for a small additional charge.
We cover Milton Keynes, Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. In addition, we are now launching our services across East Cheshire, including Sandbach, Congleton and Crewe.
Whether you need to dispose of a small amount of paperwork or complete a full office or home clearout, BDM ArcScan is here to help.
Our confidential document shredding service offers
Drop Off or Collection
Drop off your shredding to us for no charge or arrange as hassle free collection from your site for just £15.00 ex. VAT.
Choice of 3 DIN Security Levels
We offer a choice of 3 secure and confidential cross-cut shred sizes, to suit your requirements and budget.
Ultra secure DIN Level 5 available
Ideal for highly sensitive documents, this micro cuts paper into 30 mm² pieces or 2,079 particles per A4 sheet of paper.
Certificate of Destruction
This certificate confirms your documents have been securely and fully destroyed to our leading industry standard.
Fully Secure Destruction
Our shredding is carried out at our locations. It is not outsourced or moved to another location.
Sustainable Recycling
Your shredded documents help create recycled items such as compost or paper products like kitchen towel or newspapers.
Confidential Document Shredding made simple!
Just choose one of our great value, contract-free options
With no contracts or minimum terms, you are free to choose the best service for your requirements as and when you need to for complete control. Use our online tools to arrange collections, drop offs or purchase shredding bags.
Price per kilo
Pay only for what you shred. No more no less. We can provide heavy-duty sacks or you can use your own bags or boxes.
DIN Level 3 – 60p per kilo
DIN Level 4 – 70p per kilo
DIN Level 5 – 80p per kilo
Price per bag
Sent to you, our fixed-price shredding bags avoid any unexpected costs. Just fill them up and arrange to return them or for us to collect.
DIN Level 3 – £6.00 per bag
DIN Level 4 – £7.00 per bag
DIN Level 5 – £8.00 per bag
All prices shown exclude VAT at 20%. A collection fee applies. Services are subject to terms and conditions.
Why confidential document shredding is important
Increase Security
Avoid the risk of sensitive or confidential data falling into the wrong hands, where it could lead to identity theft, fraud, or other security breaches.
Data Compliance
Ensure full compliance, especially for business users, with legal and regulatory requirements, such as GDPR and ISO standards, by securely disposing of documents.
Peace of mind
With a fully managed destruction process, you can rely on us to handle everything efficiently, saving you time and giving you complete peace of mind.
Improve Organisation
Regular shredding helps keep your files organised and ensures only relevant, up-to-date information is retained—improving efficiency and reducing unnecessary clutter.
Save on space
Storing outdated or unnecessary documents takes up valuable space—which could be costing you money or used more effectively for other purposes.
Responsible Waste Management
Shredding supports environmentally responsible practices, with all paper waste securely recycled—helping you reduce landfill, cut waste, and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Start using our Confidential Document Shredding Service today!
Contact us today to discuss your confidential shredding needs or to arrange a free, no obligation onsite consultation to see just how BDM ArcScan can be your ideal document shredding partner.
Confidential Document Shredding FAQs
DIN levels, what are they and what do they mean?
DIN levels are the industry standards used to judge how well a shredder shreds paper. There are 7 security levels for paper shredding, ranging from 1 to 7, which simply means the higher the number, the smaller the pieces of paper are shredded into.
Paper security levels are indicated by the letter “P” with a number after, indicating the level. For example, P-1 is the lowest level and P-7 the highest. The higher the security level, the more difficult it is to reconstruct the information.
Can you explain the differences between your DIN level 3, 4 and 5 services?
DIN level 3 is an entry-level security standard, cross-cutting paper into 320mm² pieces. More secure than strip cut, it turns a typical A4 sheet into 194 particles versus level 2 strip cutting, which is 35 strips. It’s suitable for personal data, such as those with address details.
DIN level 4 is a higher security standard that crosscuts paper into no bigger than 160mm². This shreds a sheet of A4 paper into 389 particles. This level is ideal for shredding sensitive documents containing personal and financial information, such as payslips and contracts.
DIN level 5 is ultra-secure, micro cross-cutting paper into 30mm² pieces. This shreds a single A4 sheet of paper into 2,079 particles. Reconstitution is impossible, making it ideal for highly secretive and sensitive environments such as medical records.
How much can I fill a pre-paid shredding bag up to?
Our pre-paid bags can be filled up to a maximum weight of 10kg. All bags are weighed on return. We offer a +10% variation to this weight; thus, weights above 11 Kilos will be subject to excess weight charges as follows: 60p per kilo (DIN P-3), 70p per kilo (DIN P-4) and 80p per kilo (DIN P-5). If these additional charges are incurred, they will require payment in full before shredding/destruction commences.
Are your confidential document shredding services subject to contracts?
No. All our shredding services are contract-free to help all our customers enjoy a flexible, ad-hoc service that works for them. Use us as little or as often as you like with no hidden costs, charges or penalties.
What can I include and not include in my shredding?
Our helpful guide (included with all shredding bag orders or downloadable here) explains what we can and cannot accept for shredding.
If items we cannot shred are found, we apply a contamination charge to correctly dispose of this material. Please refer to our guide for more information and charges.
Can I see my shredding being shredded/destroyed?
To ensure the highest levels of security on our premises, we do not permit customers to enter the secure part of our facility where shredding is carried out. Please rest assured that all materials received for shredding are processed the same day before the end of business.
Is it easy to arrange a drop-off or a collection?
Yes. We have an easy-to-use online booking form. Pop your details in, along with your preferred drop-off/collection date, and we’ll be in touch to confirm everything.
Where do you collect from, and what is the charge?
Our collection service runs across Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Northampton. Plus, we now cover Sandbach, Congleton and Crewe. Our collections are charged at £15.00 ex. VAT per collection required. This is in addition to your chosen shredding service costs.
How do I pay for my confidential document shredding?
If you buy our shredding bags online, simply check out with a credit or debit card. If you are using our cost per kilo service, we accept debit and credit card payments on site, which include Visa, Mastercard and American Express. You can also pay in cash as well.
Do you destroy CDs and DVDs?
Yes. If you keep these items separate from your paper shredding, we can shred them using our dedicated disk shredder, which cuts them into small pieces just like your documents. This also includes old debit, credit and loyalty cards, so please keep those separate too.
Can I include hardback books in my confidential document shredding?
Yes. We shred hardback books such as diaries and notebooks. This does not include ring binders or lever-arch folders – please take your documents out of those. For more details on what we can and cannot shred, check out our handy guide here.