Old laptops in a closet. Retired servers under a desk. USB drives with who knows what on them. For most businesses, tech disposal feels risky, and it is. The answer isn’t just drop it at a recycler. A documented process that destroys sensitive data and keeps e-waste out of landfills is the way to go, and we do it for you!
Southwest Cloud Partners provides secure, NIST 800-88–aligned data destruction and e-recycling for our Managed IT clients in Las Vegas, Henderson, and Boulder City with chain-of-custody, proof of destruction, and responsible downstream handling.
What’s included in our Tech Disposal & E-Recycling service
1) Intake & chain-of-custody
- Asset pickup or on-site handoff
2) NIST 800-88–aligned data destruction
- Software wipe/overwrite with verification reports (HDD/SSD)
- Cryptographic erase for BitLocker-encrypted drives where appropriate
- Physical destruction (punch, crush, or shred) for media that cannot be wiped (or by policy)
3) Responsible e-recycling (ITAD)
- Sort, test, and harvest reusable parts where policy allows
- R2v3/e-Stewards–certified downstream partners for materials recovery
- Documentation for your compliance files (GLBA/FTC Safeguards, HIPAA, IRS Pub. 4557, ISO 27001 controls)
4) Final reporting
- Full asset reconciliation (serials, actions taken, method of sanitization)
- Certificates of Destruction & Recycling for audit readiness
Windows 10 Devices
- Windows 10 Devices that will not run Windows 11 should be properly disposed of.
- Windows 10 is going EOL October 14 2025
Why “just deleting files” isn’t enough
- Risk: Drives and SSDs routinely hold emails, tax records, client PII, financials, and credentials—even after a simple format.
- Compliance: Many SMBs fall under FTC Safeguards Rule, GLBA, HIPAA, or IRS Pub. 4557 expectations. Disposal is part of your WISP.
- Modern media quirks: SSDs and NVMe drives need the right method (sanitize/crypto-erase or shred); degaussing works for spinning HDDs but not SSDs and renders drives unusable.
Off-site destruction: what we recommend
- Off-site: We seal and transport media with chain-of-custody; destruction and reporting occur at a secured facility. Typically more cost-effective for larger batches.
What we take (and what we don’t)
We accept:
- Desktops, laptops, thin clients, tablets, smartphones
- Servers, switches/routers, firewalls, APs
- Hard drives (HDD), SSD/NVMe, tapes, USBs, memory cards
- Monitors (LCD/LED), docking stations, peripherals, cables, adapters
- Printers/MFPs (with storage sanitized or removed)
Hazmat exclusions: Alkaline batteries in bulk, CRTs (case-by-case), leaking/compromised batteries, and non-IT appliances. Ask for the full list, there are safe options.
How our clients use this service
- Office move or refresh: Replace Windows 10 devices, then securely retire the old hardware.
- Staff offboarding: Collect device, extract needed data, wipe or shred, and close the loop with HR/Compliance.
- Server decommission: Migrate to Azure/AVD/Windows 365, then sanitize and recycle racks, arrays, and backup media.
Your responsibility, simplified: our 5-step process
- Scope & schedule: Tell us locations, volumes, and any policy constraints.
- Pickup & inventory: We label, scan serials, and record asset details.
- Sanitization or destruction: NIST 800-88–aligned method per device type.
- Recycling & recovery: Certified downstream handling.
- Reports & certificates: Delivered to your compliance binder (WISP/ISMS).
Pricing & minimums (SMB-friendly)
- Are you a Managed IT client? This service is bundled in our offering.
- Not a Managed IT client?
- Per-device or per-drive pricing, with volume discounts, or a flat rate.
Want a firm quote? Share an approximate count of laptops/desktops, loose drives, and any servers/network gear. We’ll price both on-site and off-site options so you can choose.
Prep checklist (optional but speeds things up)
- Back up anything you still need—we can help export user data.
- Remove third-party stickers or ID labels you don’t want in reports.
- Separate loose media (HDD/SSD/USB) in a small box or bag.
- Have an authorized signer available for the chain-of-custody form.
Data Recovery
- Do you need data off of a PC that is being recycled? Tell us!
FAQ
Is wiping enough, or do we need to shred?
Both are acceptable when done correctly. Many clients choose software wipe + verification for reusable devices and shredding for drives from servers or highly sensitive roles.
Do you resell equipment?
If policy allows, we can evaluate devices for redeployment within your organization, or ethical resale. Otherwise, everything is recycled via certified partners.
What about phones and printers with storage?
We sanitize/remove storage (phone flash, printer/MFP drives), then recycle the chassis via certified partners.
Ready to retire your old gear—securely?
Let’s pick a date, collect everything in one sweep, and hand you a clean paper trail.
Southwest Cloud Partners handles the data risk and the e-waste, end-to-end.
→ Book a secure tech disposal pickup (Las Vegas • Henderson • Boulder City)
