Proshred’s Guide to Keeping Your Information Cool in the Heat

Because Data Disasters Don’t Take Summer Vacations

It’s summer. You’re thinking flip-flops, iced coffee, and maybe a long-overdue escape from the office. But you know what isn’t on vacation? Identity thieves. Wildfires. Office floods. And those sneaky, outdated files stacked in the corner that could combust—literally or legally—at any moment.

This season, Proshred® is your personal lifeguard against any document disasters. We’re breaking down the smartest ways to keep your information secure, cool, and far from harm’s way.

Let’s dive in.

1. Declutter Before Disaster Strikes

That pile of paper you’ve been ignoring? It’s more than a fire hazard—it’s a treasure chest for identity thieves. Insurance forms, client records, employee files… if it’s not locked up or shredded, it’s at risk.

Freeze the Risk of a Data Meltdown

Like ice cream, unattended paperwork melts fast—and not in a good way. Summer is the perfect time to:

Purge old documents piling up in the office or home.
Shred expired files you no longer need.
Set up a recurring shredding schedule to keep things clean and compliant.

Pro Tip: If it’s over 3 years old and not legally required, it’s probably time to let it go.

Our on-site shredding trucks handle it all right at your doorstep, so you can clean up and stay cool without lifting a finger.

2. Heatwaves, Storms, and Broken AC… Oh My

Summer is unpredictable. Storms roll in, pipes burst, offices flood, and power outages spike. And guess what doesn’t survive water damage or mold? Your paper records.

Cool Move: Turn paper into pixels. Scan what you need, shred what you don’t. Our full-cycle service digitizes your documents, keeps them searchable, and protects your data from disasters—natural and man-made.

3. Old Devices Still Spill Secrets

Think that dusty laptop in the supply closet is harmless? Old hard drives, USBs, and backup tapes are loaded with confidential data, and most aren’t properly wiped, increasing the chances of confidential data falling into the wrong hands.

Smart Play: Have Proshred® shred them to tiny, unretrievable pieces. Literally. We’ll destroy your drives on-site, ensuring no hacker, thief, or intern can ever pull data from them again.

4. Make Shredding Part of Your Summer Routine

Getting your documents shredded should be as routine as sunscreen. With Proshred®, it’s easy. Whether you need a one-time purge or ongoing scheduled service, we come to you—uniformed, certified, and ready to roll.

You’ll love this if:

You’re cleaning out storage before a move
You’re downsizing or reorganizing
You just want peace of mind before heading out on vacation

We make it effortless, secure, and fully compliant—because summer should feel light.

5. Security Now. Not After the Breach.

When identity theft hits, it’s already too late. When a fire destroys your files, there’s no going back. Summer is when businesses let their guard down—and bad actors know it.

Why Proshred®?

We’re ISO 9001 Certified by NSF-ISR and NAID AAA Certified, which means we’re audited and follow strict protocols
We follow strict chain-of-custody procedures
We help keep your business audit-ready, breach-free, and compliant

This Summer, Don’t Just Cool Off—Lock Down

Let’s make summer feel good, without the anxiety of unshredded records, vulnerable files, or unprotected data sitting in a hot office.

Proshred® makes it easy to:

Clean out your space
Digitize and protect what matters
Destroy what doesn’t
Sleep easier at night

Ready to Cool Down Your Data Risks?

Contact Proshred® today to schedule secure shredding, digital scanning, or a summer file cleanout. Your information deserves a shady spot this season.