Recycling and data destruction for retailers: POS terminals, card readers, back-office computers and store electronics.
Some of this comes out during a remodel or POS system upgrade, and all of it comes out at once when a location closes.
POS terminals and card readers can retain transaction data, which is why PCI DSS and similar card-industry rules expect retired payment hardware to be wiped or destroyed, not simply thrown out. We wipe drives to NIST 800-88 or destroy them and log the result by serial number, so you have a record for your compliance file.
Retailers with several locations get the same process and documentation format at every store, so results are comparable across the chain. A store closure can mean a full cleanout — POS hardware, back-office equipment, displays and batteries — in a single scheduled pickup.
We can take batteries on the same visit, through battery recycling.
Retail locations retire point-of-sale hardware, back-office computers and store electronics on their own schedule — a remodel, a POS upgrade, or a store closing. We work with single locations and multi-store retailers alike.
Electronic Waste Recycling
Our electronic waste recycling services prioritize security and compliance, ensuring responsible disposal while also boosting your bottom line.
Battery Recycling
We can recycle virtually all types of batteries. In most cases, it is either best practice or required to separate batteries by chemistry type.
Secure Data Destruction
Our data destruction services meet or exceed the most stringent industry standards, providing peace of mind and full compliance.
On-Site Hard Drive Shredding
Secure, compliant hard drive destruction performed at your location — protecting sensitive data, ensuring peace of mind, and meeting industry standards.
ITAD Services
Enterprise IT asset disposition: inventory, secure data treatment, reuse evaluation, and documented recycling for retired IT equipment.
Monitor Recycling
CRT and flat-panel monitor recycling with separate handling for leaded glass, lamps, and electronic components.
Server Disposal
Server, storage, and network equipment disposal with secure data treatment, deinstallation, and responsible recycling.
Data Center & UPS Removal
Complete decommissioning of data centers and UPS systems, including equipment removal, data sanitization, and compliant recycling.
We provide the equipment you need.
We train you on what you need to know.
We come pick up or you can drop off.
We record and log everything in our secure database.
We shred, wipe, recycle or dispose of your waste.
We provide certificates and reports as needed.
One-Stop Recycling for E-Waste & Batteries
Simplify your compliance and disposal process with bundled recycling services that handle both electronic devices and batteries in one streamlined solution.
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Statewide Pickup Routes from San Diego to Redding
Our scheduled, route-based pickups cover all major regions of California—ensuring efficient, on-time service no matter where you operate.
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Secure, Labeled Containers Included
We provide clearly labeled, tamper-resistant containers to ensure safe and compliant collection of electronic waste and batteries at your location.
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Trusted by Californians for Over 20 Years
Modern Waste Solutions has served businesses and communities across California with dependable, environmentally responsible recycling solutions for over two decades.
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This was our first time working with MWS and they were amazing! Quick response time, efficient, and friendly. Ivan was the team member who was on site for the pickup, and he was great. He worked quickly, is very knowledgeable, and is so kind. It was so easy working with him. We are looking forward to using MWS for our E-waste and Universal waste needs in the future. - Sacramento City College Sustainability
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A little bit off the beaten track in Natomas, but Modern Waste quickly and efficiently helped me recycle my broken Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries at a reasonable $/lb fee (Sac county e-waste will not accept these items). Ramiro and Vincent were very friendly and helpful.
We had another vendor cancel on us last minute & Modern Waste jumped into action & was able to help us with ewaste & critical document shredding overnight. Team was helpful, professional & got the job done quickly & efficiently. We were able to complete an office move out/shut down in a day with their help! Highly recommend this business!
Thank You Gretchen! We are happy to make a difference.
Chris was awesome! He came in and picked up all of the e-waste we had ready for him. He was polite and professional throughout the entire process. He handled the equipment with care, including the site equipment that was already in place. I am very happy with his service and appreciate the great job he did.
I needed hard drives on some old laptops destroyed so any old personal information can't be stolen. The guys there were friendly and helpful and fast. Thanks Pavel and Vincent. Thanks Modern Waste for doing a helpful fast service to us.
We truly appreciate your generous review! 😊 It's fantastic to know our team was able to assist you with your hard drive destruction needs efficiently. We are so glad to hear you had a pleasing experience with us. Our door is always open for all your future recycling needs!
