Do you believe it is important to join the Better Business Bureau?

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Sometimes I do believe the BBB is great, BUT coming from the old school you should be honorable yourself; your word is your bond. I am from old English.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Years ago, this was a powerful resource and protection. Today, you hardly hear about this service and organization. Although this still exist, do they still function and serve the small business community? With other services like Yelp, there is more visibility and recognition today especially on the internet. When you ask customers, how did you find me, the majority say, the internet.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Yes for trade businesses No for others Google maps is a better indicator over a membership bureau

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I have not personally felt the need to join the Better Business Bureau; however, I can appreciate the value for companies that manufacture high dollar items.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: We have more positive reviews with the Cincinnati BBB then all of our competitors combined

Answer: No
Explanation: They still rate you business so advertise there name on you business if you have a good rating.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Depending on the region, the BBB can be an asset to businesses.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: But in this day and age it's also important to get good reviews on Yelp.com.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Yes

Answer: Yes
Explanation: US Health Advisors is part of the BBB

Answer: Yes
Explanation: So that people can review the company they are putting trust into

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Indeed, I do think it is important to join the BBB.

Answer: No
Explanation: I was a member for 20 years. I have always had an A+ rating. The BBB is more geared to collect dues and make money vs properly screening who they allow to become members.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I really don't have an opinion.

Answer: No
Explanation: BBB has turned into a "pay-to-play" club.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Yes

Answer: Yes
Explanation: The Better Business Bureau serves a much needed purpose and I do participate. Their structure may open itself up to some ethical dilemmas but their complaint process and the fact that they exist keeps the business world more in line. They are one of the very few resources where customers can have a say when they have a problem with a business. Many times an Attorney General or FTC may have no interest or will not follow up. In some cases it may not be serious enough to enlist these types of resources. That’s where I believe the BBB is irreplaceable.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: With services like Yelp and reviews not So Much Anymore

Answer: Yes
Explanation: yes

Answer: No
Explanation: It's important to have a profile on the BBB, so that you will have an independent party give a business a letter grade based on complaints and public filings etc. It offers legitimacy to any company, that's undeniable. But no, one doesn't NEED to join.

Answer: No
Explanation: I have nothing against the Better Business Bureau but in Texas the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requires licensed architects to provide their contact information to clients in the event a client feels the need to file an official complaint.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: That way consumers can keep track of your business.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: There should always be a standard to which one can compare

Answer: Yes
Explanation: It is good to join the BBB simply to get your name out there if nothing else. I would never pay to be BBB Accredited.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Depending on your company.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: As the business develops, I suspect I will join the Better Business Bureau.

Answer: No
Explanation: I think that spending money on a A rating does not mean you do good work just means you have extra money as a company you have some sort of website or somewhere people can come see reviews and references to your work you want a honest rating talk to people thw comp any has done work for they will I'm sure give youj an honest answer

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Yes, it is very important for customers to know that they can trust you and your company. Wofford Earthworks, LLC is a Better Business Bureau accredited company. If a business has been accredited by the BBB, it means that the BBB has determined the business meets accreditation standards, which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I don't know enough about them

Answer: No
Explanation: There is no added value to join the BBB. It has been shown that the rating are bought and usually not accurate.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: The BBB is a great resource for both consumers and businesses. However, there is a history of improper activity with some massage businesses so we are memebers so that consumers can be more assured that we are on the up and up. You can know that we have honesty and integretiy in our practice.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: I am currently unable to financially do so at this time. I'm hoping that will change in the near future!

Answer: No
Explanation: Nothing against the BBB. Just not a pay for bureaucracy entitlement. Just take care of those who help take care of you. Treat your clients the way you would hope to be treated.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Giving customers the most opportunity to communicate with us and review our service is vitally important to us. You can google our company and every other link is a review opportunity, we constantly strive for 5 stars everyday.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: We are currently a A+

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Yes, Angels of Compassion has been a member of the BBB going on 2 years now. It gives our clients and family members to do some research before choosing a company or review comments before making a decision.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: They keep an eye on businesses.

Answer: No
Explanation: I don't see the point in paying for accreditation. If I have to pay a review site, I don't believe in its validity.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I have heard conflicting reports about paying to be included.

Answer: No
Explanation: They are a useless political organization that will give a high rating to anyone that gives them enough money.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Business reviews are important to the customer, and the BBB can help.

Answer: No
Explanation: Not for my business because it's only part-time and sporadic.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Yes....As of yet I have not joined, but do check on many companies to see what their ratings are. It can be a good source of information. In place of the BBB, I have several testimonials that I have received from past clients that I can provide to future clients. I am proud of my 100% client satisfaction rating.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: At this time we have no intentions to join the local BBB

Answer: No
Explanation: The BBB is a private company and has a pay-to-play model. Most people don't know that if a company pays then they can, as far as the BBB is concerned, be beyond reproach.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Thee BBB gives a company creditablity.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: My company is accredited by the BBB and has an A+ Rating.

Answer: No
Explanation: Only have 1 employee

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: The BBB provides you a rating whether you are a paying member or not, but there may be some marketing advantages to being a "Certified BBB Business"

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I have been in the past.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: It gives credibility to the company.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Sure, the BBB protects consumers. Being a BBB accredited business is a good thing.

Answer: No
Explanation: In the age of internet pier review sites, the BBB has lost it's relevance

Answer: No
Explanation: No. While we have an A+ rating with the BBB because of our commitment to outstanding customer service , it seems distasteful to me to pay to be "accredited". This does not stop the BBB from asking me repeatedly, though.

Answer: No
Explanation: The better business bureau here in Phoenix has some shady characters belonging to it and I choose not to be associated with that element.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Our next step.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Qualifying and having a listing with the BBB is favorable if you have the budget.

Answer: No
Explanation: Go ask 3 or 4 past customers what they think of the work done for them.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: As apposed to online ratings of a company the BBB actually investigate complaints and they may not be as bad as they actually seem.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: It offers credibility.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: NA

Answer: No
Explanation: I don't want to waste time listening to people who'd rather talk than do things.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Currently we have an A rating with the BBB. It has a level of transparency that can bring confidence to the public.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I don't believe it is a necessity.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Consumers need a way of gauging a company's reputation. Belonging to more than one organization is away for a company to show its potential clients that it operates in a professional manner.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: We need to join the organizations that give us help.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I've been told it's not necessary. I haven't so far and have had no complaints.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Better business bureau is a great accountability source, and good reviews. Very credible.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Shows how trustworthy you are

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: We have not joined the BBB (yet) due to the option for customers to leave "customer reviews" on websites concerning a business!

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Based in the UK.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Yes we are a member

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I may in September

Answer: Yes
Explanation: I do believe that the BBB is an important vetting tool for a consumer to ensure that a third party has evaluated the worthiness of the company to serve in the capacity it advertises in. We participate with BBB in ensuring clients have good information to make an informed decision about the company they hire for a repair in their home.

Answer: No
Explanation: No