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    Gone For Good Franchise

    Shredding business for sale | Secure Document & E-Waste Shredding Franchise

    Start your Paper Shredding Business

    Discover a paper shredding business for sale that brings security and privacy to its clients while empowering its team. Gone For Good creates meaningful jobs for adults with disabilities, providing them with growth opportunities. With years of industry experience, this business model not only builds wealth for owners but also supports and uplifts local communities.

     

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        Key Differentiators

        Why Own a Gone For Good Secure Document & E-Waste Shredding Franchise?

        In today’s privacy-focused business world, the demand for e-waste recycling and secure document destruction is growing. Gone For Good has become a leader in these essential services.

        Explore our community-centered business model, built for the industry’s future. See how owning a Gone For Good franchise can put you at the forefront of this valuable field.

        Every Gone For Good franchise owner receives full support to grow their business and make a positive impact in their community!

         

        Industry Data

        Secure Document Destruction and E-Waste Recycling Are Big Business!

        As the country continues to go green, the electronic goods recycling market has surged and has seen compound annual growth of 8.3% over the last five years.

        The document-management services industry in the U.S. has a market size of almost $8 billion, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.1% over the past five years and additional expansion projected for the next five.

        Secure document destruction and recycling play a vital role in a business world that uses more than 12 trillion sheets of paper annually and is increasingly focused on finding environmentally sound solutions.

        Up to one in four adults in the U.S. have a disability, and many are ready to work and looking for jobs that offer them security and dignity in their daily lives.

        Leading the Recycling Franchise Industry with Sustainability and Social Impact

        Gone For Good has led the recycling franchise industry for over 15 years, helping businesses meet security and privacy standards while promoting environmental sustainability. The company offers secure recycling solutions and creates meaningful employment for adults with disabilities, driving positive social and environmental change.

        Gone For Good was built with a focus on current and future needs, both in the market and for our workforce.

        Contact us today to learn why a Gone For Good shredding franchise could be the perfect choice for you. Join a growing business and make a positive impact in your community!

        1. Electronic Goods Recycling in the US – Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2023-2028) (IBISWorld)
        2. Document Management Services in the US – Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2023-2028) (IBISWorld)
        3. Paper Waste Facts (The World Counts)
        4. Disability Impacts All of Us (CDC)

        Gone For Good has been helping businesses maintain security and privacy for more than 15 years, and we’ve grown with the industry while giving adults with disabilities the kinds of jobs they can be proud to perform.

        And as commercial and government businesses continue to increase their need for our services in the future, we’re ready to step up and deliver!

        Gone For Good was created with the needs of the market and workforce, both today and in the future, in mind.

        As the country continues to go green, the electronic goods recycling market has surged and has seen compound annual growth of 8.3% over the last five years.

        The document-management services industry in the U.S. has a market size of almost $8 billion, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.1% over the past five years and additional expansion projected for the next five.

        Secure document destruction and recycling play a vital role in a business world that uses more than 12 trillion sheets of paper annually and is increasingly focused on finding environmentally sound solutions.

        Up to one in four adults in the U.S. have a disability, and many are ready to work and looking for jobs that offer them security and dignity in their daily lives.

        Contact us today to discover why owning a Gone For Good franchise can be the right choice for you, and join an expanding business while giving back to your community and the world!

        1. Electronic Goods Recycling in the US – Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2023-2028) (IBISWorld)
        2. Document Management Services in the US – Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2023-2028) (IBISWorld)
        3. Paper Waste Facts (The World Counts)
        4. Disability Impacts All of Us (CDC)

        Investment / Revenue

        Franchise Investment and Revenue Potential

        Be part of the green business revolution, and help guide the industry into tomorrow.

        With an owner-centered business model, a presence in the public and private sectors, and a franchise approach to keep costs within reach, Gone For Good is ready to help you get your business up and operating!

        How Much Does an E-Waste Recycling and Secure Document Destruction Franchise Cost?

        Estimated Initial Investment

        $486,480 to $867,700*

        Minimum Liquid Capital

        $75,000

        Available Territories

        The Secure Document Destruction and E-Waste Recycling Industry is Growing Fast, and So Are We

        Modern businesses need scalable solutions for security and privacy that can grow with them. Gone For Good was created to meet these essential needs, helping us expand rapidly with a clear plan for future growth.

        Discover a shredding business for sale

        Join an industry on the rise with Gone For Good, where the growing demand for secure shredding and e-waste recycling presents endless opportunities.

        You could be part of this franchise opportunity!

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        TRAINING & SUPPORT

        Comprehensive, Targeted Franchise Support

        At Gone For Good, we value our franchise owners and work daily to give you the backing you need to establish your business and help it grow.

        It’s built into our support structure and will assist you from day one!

        When you become a Gone For Good franchise owner, you’re part of our family, and we work to make sure you get solid support every day!

        Testimonials

        What Our Customers Are Saying About Gone For Good Franchise

        Meet our President

        Meet Abe Bernstein, Gone For Good Franchise, LLC President

        Abe Bernstein and Gone For Good believe that being a responsible community leader means helping others find meaning in their lives. It’s driven the brand’s development from the beginning.

        Gone For Good is affiliated with the not-for-profit organization formerly named United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Birmingham and now named United Ability, which has been finding employment for adults with disabilities for more than 75 years. In 2006, United Ability saw a need for a business that helped clients dispose of their secure documents, and outdated or broken electronics, and Gone For Good was born.

        Today, the rapid development of the green economy alongside increasing attention to business security concerns has helped Gone For Good establish itself as a commercial brand and an exciting franchise opportunity.

        Giving people with disabilities a chance to find fulfilling employment never goes out of style, and Gone For Good leads the charge.

        Steps To Ownership

        Step-by-Step Guide to Owning a Secure Shredding Franchise and E-Waste Recycling Franchise

        Step 1

        Complete the Form and Download our Industry Outlook Booklet
        Our industry outlook provides information about the secure document and e-waste destruction industry and what sets us apart from the competition.

        Step 2

        Introduction Call (5-10 mins)
        We’ll answer initial questions and discuss qualifications.

        Step 3

        Exploratory Call (1 hr)
        We’ll get to know each other further and share details on how we help you to succeed.

        Step 4

        Complete Candidate Profile (10 Mins)
        Once completed, we will: Send you the FDD; Introduce you to lending contacts; Start the preliminary real estate trade analysis.

        Step 5

        Schedule FDD review (30-45 mins)
        Speak with the President of Franchising to ask questions on FDD, Real Estate, Territories, etc.

        Step 6

        Discovery Day
        Visit our home office and multiple locations and meet our President, Abe Bernstein.

        Step 7

        Franchise Agreements
        Upon mutual agreement, we will send you your Franchise Agreement.

        Step 8

        YOU are a Franchisee of Gone For Good!
        Plug into our brand and aggressively start the site selection, training, and onboarding process!

        Green businesses like Gone For Good are part of the future of this country’s commercial engine. We can’t wait to make you a key ingredient as a franchise owner in the future!