Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

What is electronics recycling?

Electronics recycling (e-waste recycling) is the process of recovering, repurposing, or safely disposing of electronic equipment like computers, servers, networking hardware, and other IT assets. Responsible recycling keeps hazardous materials out of landfills and recovers valuable resources.

What is IT Asset Disposition (ITAD)?

ITAD is the practice of responsibly managing retired IT equipment to maximize value recovery while ensuring data security and environmental compliance. This can include resale, recycling, or documented destruction of IT assets.

Is EverTrade's electronics recycling free for businesses?

Yes. EverTrade offers free pickup for businesses within 25 miles of our Sugar Land, TX location. For businesses outside our area, contact us — large-volume pickups may qualify for extended service.

What items do you accept for recycling?

• Computers, laptops, and desktops
• Servers and enterprise hardware
• Networking equipment (switches, routers, firewalls)
• Storage arrays and SAN equipment
• Monitors and displays
• Printers and copiers
• Cables, racks, and infrastructure
• Mobile devices and tablets
• Circuit boards and components
• UPS systems and batteries

Do you recycle for residential customers?

Our primary focus is business and enterprise IT asset disposition. Contact us — we may accommodate residential requests depending on volume and location.

Data Security

How do you handle data security?

All data-bearing devices undergo NIST 800-88 data destruction. We offer three methods:

1. Software Wiping — Multi-pass overwrite with verification
2. Degaussing — Electromagnetic destruction of all magnetic data
3. Physical Shredding — Industrial shredding of hard drives and SSDs

A serialized Certificate of Destruction is issued for every device.

Can I witness the destruction of my equipment?

Yes. On-site data destruction is available where you can observe the process at your facility. Contact us to arrange.

What is a Certificate of Destruction?

A Certificate of Destruction is an official document that records:

• Serial numbers of all destroyed devices
• Method of destruction used
• Date and time of destruction
• Name of the technician who performed the destruction
• EverTrade's signature and attestation

It's commonly referenced in HIPAA, SOX, and similar compliance audits. Read more about our data security practices →

Pickup & Logistics

How quickly can you pick up our equipment?

Most pickups within our 25-mile service area can be scheduled within 1–3 business days.

Do you provide bins or containers for collection?

Yes. For ongoing recycling programs, we can provide collection bins and containers at your facility.

What if we have equipment in multiple locations?

We can arrange pickups from multiple locations within our service area. Contact us to coordinate. See our service areas →

Pricing & Value Recovery

Do you pay for equipment with resale value?

Equipment with significant resale value may qualify for value recovery. We assess each lot and provide transparent revenue sharing.

Is there a minimum volume for pickup?

Contact us for details. We accommodate businesses of all sizes, from a few items to full data center decommissioning.

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