Box Types & Sizing Guide

Common Box Types & Approximate Page Counts

Page counts are estimates based on standard 20-lb letter-size paper. Actual counts vary based on paper weight, staples, clips, dividers, and how tightly documents are packed. When in doubt, use these numbers as a starting point and we will confirm during our assessment.

How to Estimate Your Volume

Getting a rough count of your documents helps us provide the most accurate quote. Here are some tips for estimating your project size:

• Count your containers first. Tally up the number of banker's boxes, file cabinet drawers, binders, and loose stacks. Use the chart above to convert to an approximate page count.
• Do not remove staples or clips. Our industrial shredding equipment handles staples, paper clips, binder clips, and small fasteners. You do not need to prep documents before shredding.
• Include everything in your count. Folders, dividers, and tab separators all count toward weight and volume. A box that is half folders and half paper will have fewer pages than one packed with straight paper.
• For scanning projects, be more precise. If you need documents scanned, we recommend a more detailed inventory. Our team can perform an on-site assessment at no charge.

Not sure how to categorize what you have? Contact us and we will walk you through it or schedule a free on-site assessment.