# Highland Shredding & Removal

**Trade:** Junk Removal · **Address:** 5 Walnut Hill Park #5, Woburn, MA 01801, USA · **Phone:** (781) 995-0692 · **Website:** https://www.highlandshredding.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.5/5** (high confidence) — from 396 reviews across 4 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 56 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Highland Shredding & Removal is a Woburn document-shredding and junk-removal outfit that Google rates 5 stars across 481 ratings, part of a 396-review record running back to 2021 that repeats the same story with unusual consistency: fast, courteous crews and a quote from owner Dana that shows up quickly.

The specifics back up the reputation. One customer had 50 boxes of files shredded in 20 minutes; another had 25 boxes of old files cleared out along with furniture and miscellaneous items at what they called very fair pricing. In an April 2026 review, someone destroying 85 boxes of old veterinary records called the process straightforward and cheaper than Shred-It. The crew names recur across years of reviews — Dana handling estimates and scheduling, with Steve, Josh, John, Felipe, Lester and Zach doing the on-site work — and several customers describe using Highland repeatedly, including a professional organizer who calls them her regular vendor for estate cleanouts.

Pricing comes up unprompted and favorably: reviewers describe quotes landing at or below the original estimate, with no hidden fees added on site. Recent activity has held steady at that level — 63 reviews in the last six months, none negative.

Good fit for a shredding job of any size — a home office cleanout, an estate's paperwork, a business's confidential files — or a junk haul that comes bundled with it. Same-day or near-term availability shows up often in reviews but isn't something to count on; worth asking when booking.

**Strengths:**
- Fast shredding — 50 boxes of files done in 20 minutes
- Fair, transparent pricing — quotes often land at or below estimate
- Owner handles quotes directly — Dana often schedules same-day or next-day
- Long-running repeat customers — some have used them for years running

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Performs onsite and drop-off paper shredding for households and businesses, including large-volume jobs _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkVVVWQkROMDB0Y2pGeUxWQlRPVGhtZDFaM1JGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldUUVBDN00tcjFyLVBTOThmd1Z3RFE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We have used Highland Shredding twice now. Both times the service was excellent, prompt, courteous and very helpful. We shredded over 50 …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tSVmMzWnBPWEpxVG1RNWVqTlJlUzF1TFhGWFEwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkRVc3ZpOXJqTmQ5ejNReS1uLXFXQ0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Really straightforward. Met at the time we decided. Brought everything from the storage themselves. Didn’t need to really do much other t…”
- Also offers hard-drive destruction alongside paper shredding _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2w5MFVUaENTRlZQTXpNMlZHMHliVTVmVFhaZmMxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOl90UThCSFVPMzM2VG0ybU5fTXZfc1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I was very happy with my engagement with Highland Shredding. I sought them out because I needed to destroy some old hard drives, and ende…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT210clEyaEpXazl4Y1dadlRrSTNVRlprUVVjMlpWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmtrQ2hJWk9xcWZvTkI3UFZkQUc2ZVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ John, Steve, and Joshua were awesome! Hardworking, friendly, professional.  Took everything I pointed to without complaint. They shred pa…”
- Reviewers consistently describe jobs completed quickly and efficiently _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xkVVVWQkROMDB0Y2pGeUxWQlRPVGhtZDFaM1JGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOldUUVBDN00tcjFyLVBTOThmd1Z3RFE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We have used Highland Shredding twice now. Both times the service was excellent, prompt, courteous and very helpful. We shredded over 50 …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21WR1FsbENZMmxQWW5wNFVETjRNbTVmYUVocVMyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmVGQllCY2lPYnp4UDN4Mm5faEhqS2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Place was fast and efficient would highly recommend”
- Pricing repeatedly described as fair, with quotes coming in at or below the estimate _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25GSVRXZG5SVXBsYXpkR1pGQnhWRVpJTmtGRFZtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnFITWdnRUplazdGZFBxVEZINkFDVmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I highly recommend Highland Shredding!!  They were punctual, efficient and professional.  They did an excellent job!!!  The price was rea…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xOa2VWOVVNbFJhWkhkUWNWbGZNREp2VkRaQ2NVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlNkeV9UMlRaZHdQcVlfMDJvVDZCcUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience with Highland Shredding. Not only did they quickly and efficiently remove 25 boxes of old files to be shredded,…”
- Owner Dana handles quotes and scheduling directly, often turning jobs around quickly _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xZeVRtdFZiREpHYzJZMFdFcG9ZelE1ZUhvMlprRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlYyTmtVbDJGc2Y0WEpoYzQ5eHo2ZkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Everyone was extremely professional and friendly. I called and spoke to Dana to see if it was possible to come to my house in a couple of…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tsV2JsRlBTVlp5YUZoblVHZFJSamhCWDNCTFdGRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOklWblFPSVZyaFhnUGdRRjhBX3BLWFE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ This company is fantastic. I can’t recommend them enough. Dana, the owner came to give us a quote within an hour of us calling him. Steve…”
- Multi-year repeat customer base, including a professional organizer who uses them as her regular shredding and cleanout vendor _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tOdU5YTnpaakpsYjBGMVNXRnJVVEpJV1Y5M2FWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkNuNXNzZjJlb0F1SWFrUTJIWV93aVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I’ve had the pleasure of working with Highland Shredding for several years now, and they continue to exceed expectations every time. Josh…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xoNVEwcEpjMjlvTUZoQmQxVkdOblYwYkdOU1FtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlh5Q0pJc29oMFhBd1VGNnV0bGNSQmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I'm a professional organizer and move manager who works with families who are downsizing or have lost a loved one and need to clear out t…”
- Specializes in Junk Removal _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT20xQlJHOXlkMkV0UkhWUE9WUlNTRUUyT0hWR1NIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm1BRG9yd2EtRHVPOVRSSEE2OHVGSHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Highly recommend this company, Dana who does the set up and communication was awesome! The crew was amazing and did such a fantastic job …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xOa2VWOVVNbFJhWkhkUWNWbGZNREp2VkRaQ2NVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlNkeV9UMlRaZHdQcVlfMDJvVDZCcUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a great experience with Highland Shredding. Not only did they quickly and efficiently remove 25 boxes of old files to be shredded,…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tSVmMzWnBPWEpxVG1RNWVqTlJlUzF1TFhGWFEwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x30bddb367cea16a3!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkRVc3ZpOXJqTmQ5ejNReS1uLXFXQ0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Really straightforward. Met at the time we decided. Brought everything from the storage themselves. Didn’t need to really do much other t…”

## License

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## Sources

- [Exa](https://barriewheeler.com/blog/Your-Home-and-Community-First-Monthly-Newsletter): 1 web mention across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Official Website](https://www.highlandshredding.com): 20 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Highland%20Shredding%20%26%20Removal&query_place_id=ChIJ5-Hr4O9044kRoxbqfDbbvTA): Listed on this source
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Highland%20Shredding%20%26%20Removal&query_place_id=ChIJ5-Hr4O9044kRoxbqfDbbvTA): 5.0★ from 481 ratings

## Mentions

Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding.

- “Highland Shredding and Removal, is a family-owned business, that will come to your home to shred items that you do not want to just throw away.” — barriewheeler.com (2025-11-07) — https://barriewheeler.com/blog/Your-Home-and-Community-First-Monthly-Newsletter

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kathleen Fleming · 2026-08-07**: We have used Highland Shredding twice now. Both times the service was excellent, prompt, courteous and very helpful. We shredded over 50 boxes of files in 20 minutes.. I highly recommend Highland and would use them again in a heartbeat
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Adele Shanbar · 2026-07-31**: This is the second time I have used Highland shredding. I would recommend them highly as they are very accommodating and understand everybody’s personal needs  They went above and beyond to accommodate my schedule and needs
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Paula Acciavatti · 2026-07-31**: Showed up on time.  Completed the job quickly and efficiently.   Would highly recommend this company.
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- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kimberly Brooks · 2026-07-30**: Guys were fantastic. Good price. Professional. Will use them again.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Chris Riley · 2026-07-27**: Great service. Timely arrival. Very efficient. Steve and Josh were wonderful
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Nya&ari YUUTUBB · 2026-07-24**: Place was fast and efficient would highly recommend
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kayla Gomes · 2026-07-21**: Steven and Zach were fantastic! They were professional, efficient, and made the whole removal process quick and stress-free. Great customer service from start to finish. Highly recommend!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kathy Bowler · 2026-07-01**: Highland Shredding was able to accommodate a last minute onsite shredding request. Lester was excellent, so polite, friendly and efficient. Will definitely use them again!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Patti Hovsepian · 2026-06-27**: Highly recommend this company, Dana who does the set up and communication was awesome! The crew was amazing and did such a fantastic job getting my junk out! They did almost 2 truck loads in 2 hours-very  professional and personable , hard workers! If you’ve got junk give them a call! 😁
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Maxie G.C. · 2026-06-24**: Just had them come today.  Stephen, Josh and John were all rock stars.
On time, efficient, friendly and hard working
I was more than impressed.
Started the process w Dana who was very helpful and understanding of my situation.  Place was cleared in a snap and it really eased the burden I was dealing…

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