Shred Spot - Paper Shredding & Recycling Service
Recycling Center in Northbrook, Illinois
About This Location
Shred Spot at 3141 MacArthur Blvd in Northbrook is a secure paper-shredding and data-destruction service, not a general household recycling drop-off. Residents and businesses can bring documents for on-site shredding (watch it happen if you like), plus hard drives and other data-storage devices for destruction. Flat-screen TVs and computer monitors are accepted for recycling by the pound.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Cardboard & Paper
Fees
- Drop-off paper shredding — $0.25/lb, $10 minimum
- Hard drive / data-storage drive destruction — $5 per drive ($10 if removed from the device)
- Flat-screen TV & computer monitor recycling — $0.50/lb
Access & restrictions
open to public - residential and commercial · Secure document and data destruction service, not a general household recycling drop-off. Confirm current pricing by phone.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just walk in to get documents shredded?
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome during drop-off hours (9am-5pm weekdays, 9am-1pm Saturday), though appointments are requested and get priority. You can stay and watch your paper be shredded.
How much does drop-off shredding cost?
Drop-off paper shredding is $0.25 per pound with a $10 minimum. Confirm current pricing when you call or book.
Do they recycle old TVs or computer monitors?
Yes. Flat-screen TVs and computer monitors are accepted for recycling at $0.50 per pound.
Can I get a hard drive destroyed here?
Yes. Hard drives and other data-storage devices are destroyed for $5 each, or $10 each if the drive still needs to be removed from the device.
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