Secure, Certified E-Waste Recycling & Data Destruction
AVA Recycling has been serving the Midwest since 2011 and is one of the largest e-waste companies in the area.
- HIPAA / FACTA Compliant
- Free data destruction
- Certificate of recycling
One Partner for Every Disposal Need
E-Waste & Asset Recovery
Secure recycling and resale-value recovery for computers, servers and all electronics.
Learn moreData & Paper Shredding
Certified on-site and off-site destruction of hard drives, media and documents.
Learn moreOffice Junk Haul
We clear out offices and warehouses of any size — furniture, e-waste and more.
Learn moreBattery & Fluorescent Recycling
Responsible recycling of batteries, lamps and fluorescent bulbs to EPA standards.
Learn moreElectronics We Recycle
From individual corporate laptops to full data center server racks, we securely process and recycle nearly all business electronics.
Sectors We Serve
Specialized infrastructure workflows designed for the strict compliance, security, and logistical requirements of major sectors.
Corporate & Enterprise
Large-scale IT asset disposition, employee tech refreshes, and secure data destruction for enterprise organizations.
Healthcare
HIPAA-compliant data destruction and medical equipment recycling with complete chain of custody documentation.
Government
Strict chain-of-custody processing, witnessed destruction, and comprehensive audit reporting for secure agencies.
Education
Helping school districts and universities responsibly recycle aging 1:1 devices, lab equipment, and classroom technology.
Built For Heavy Infrastructure
A centralized Midwest facility engineered for secure intake, certified destruction, and compliant downstream processing at scale.
Data Center Decommissioning
End-to-end teardown and removal of enterprise server racks, storage arrays, and cooling infrastructure.
On-Site & Off-Site Shredding
Secure witnessed destruction of hard drives and media with complete serial-number inventory and COD.
EPA-Compliant Processing
Responsible processing for fluorescent lamps, ballasts, batteries, and diverse regulated materials.
Get a Free Quote
Tell us what you need recycled and our operations team will respond with a fast, no-obligation quote and logistics plan.
- HIPAA / FACTA Compliant
- Free data destruction on pickups
- Transparent, upfront pricing
Proof of Compliance
Every processed load receives a fully auditable Certificate of Destruction, establishing a clear chain of custody for your compliance records.
Trusted by organizations across the Midwest
A Local Facility Rooted in the Midwest
Headquartered in the Chicagoland suburbs, our central processing facility is built to serve local businesses quickly and responsibly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What about my DATA?
Your data is our priority. We offer certified on-site hard drive punching and shredding, media degaussing and data wiping. Every drive can be inventoried by serial number and you receive a certificate confirming HIPAA and FACTA compliant destruction.
Do we receive certificates and LEED Points?
Absolutely. Every pickup includes a certificate of recycling showing the carbon emissions saved, which helps you achieve greater LEED value for your building and tenants.
How fast can you pick up?
Our average pickup window is 48 hours for most Chicagoland locations. We also offer scheduled same-day and emergency pickups for large decommissioning projects.
Serving Chicagoland & the Suburbs
We are located in the central area of the Chicagoland suburbs and we service computer and electronics recycling in Elgin, Chicago, Oak Brook, Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, Schaumburg, St. Charles, Batavia, Carol Stream, Roselle, Hanover Park, West Chicago, Downers Grove, Naperville, Wheaton, Winfield, Lombard and throughout DuPage County. AVA recycles printers, copiers, CRT & flat-screen monitors, fax machines, office equipment, televisions and handles full IT asset recovery.