What is ITAD and why does my business need it?
IT Asset Disposition is the secure, compliant process of retiring outdated IT equipment. Businesses need ITAD to protect sensitive data, comply with regulations like HIPAA and FACTA, and ensure environmentally responsible disposal. Our RIOS Certified process provides complete chain-of-custody documentation and Certificates of Data Destruction.
How does certified data destruction work?
Certified data destruction follows NIST 800-88 standards for media sanitization. We offer both on-site and off-site hard drive shredding with a witnessed destruction option. Each job receives a serialized Certificate of Data Destruction listing every drive processed, providing auditable proof for compliance with HIPAA, SOX, FACTA, and GLBA regulations.
Is electronics recycling mandatory in Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts banned cathode ray tubes from landfills in 2000 and expanded the disposal ban to cover all electronics under the Massachusetts Universal Waste Rule. Businesses must recycle computers, monitors, printers, and other e-waste through a certified recycler. Non-compliance carries regulatory penalties and environmental liability.
What happens to recycled electronics after pickup?
All equipment is processed at our RIOS Certified facility at 101 Clematis Ave in Waltham, MA. Functional assets are evaluated for refurbishment and resale. Non-functional equipment is dismantled into commodity streams — metals, plastics, circuit boards — and sent to downstream smelters and processors. Zero material goes to landfill, supporting corporate ESG and sustainability goals.
How much does electronics recycling cost?
Pricing depends on volume, equipment type, and service level. Basic recycling for most electronics is free or low-cost. Certified data destruction and ITAD services with full documentation are priced by the asset or by weight. Bulk office clear-outs and data center decommissioning projects receive volume-based quotes. Call (617) 804-5397 for a free, no-obligation estimate tailored to your inventory.
What certifications should an electronics recycler have?
Look for RIOS or R2 certification (Responsible Recycling Practices), which ensures environmental, health, and safety management standards. Additional credentials like ISO 45001, NAID AAA for data destruction, and WOSB certification indicate a mature, well-managed operation. Tech Recycling Solutions holds RIOS, ISO 45001, WOSB, BBB A+, and SAM.gov registration — the most comprehensive certification portfolio in Greater Boston.
Do you provide certificates of data destruction?
Yes. Every data destruction job includes a serialized Certificate of Data Destruction, typically issued within 24 hours of service completion. The certificate lists each drive by serial number, make, model, and the destruction method used. This documentation satisfies auditor requirements for HIPAA, SOX, FACTA, GLBA, FERPA, and PCI DSS compliance frameworks.
How quickly can you schedule a pickup?
We offer same-week pickup for most Greater Boston business locations. Emergency and next-day service is available for time-sensitive projects. Our service area covers Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Newton, Quincy, Waltham, Brookline, and all communities within a 50-mile radius including parts of New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Call (617) 804-5397 to schedule.