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Important Questions to Ask When Choosing an Answering Service

Choosing an answering service or call center that’s right for your business is a major decision, and selecting a service that isn’t a good fit could be a costly mistake. Compare AnswerFirst against other answering services providers using the list below to see if we’re the right fit for your business.

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Does the service have a solid online reputation including unpaid reviews on major platforms?

Many services pay third-party “review” platforms for positive reviews and featured placements.

#2.

Does the service record all calls and make the recordings available via a secure online portal in real-time at no additional cost?

Some services don’t make all your call recordings available.

#3.

Does the service provide a completely redundant platform?

Are management, operators and equipment located in multiple locations across the U.S to address natural disasters and man-made catastrophes?

#4.

Does the service provide true omni-channel support?

Omni-channel support allows your clients to receive seamless support across all communication channels, like phone, email and web chat.

#5.

Does the service’s normal rate include 24/7/365 live answering including holidays & nights?

Many services only offer a voicemail option during these times, while others charge additional fees.

#6.

Does the service share its contact center statistics and reports openly?

Getting a transparent view of the service’s performance metrics is important, but many services don’t share this openly with clients.

#7.

Does the service have adequate staff standing by 24/7 to handle your calls during busy times?

Many services only have a small number of trained of operators to field your calls.

#8.

Does the service bill for all work performed in true one-second increments?

Most services round minutes up to the next 5, 15, and even 60 seconds, meaning you’re paying for time you aren’t using.

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Does the service provide a free online portal where all your account information may be updated and all message & dispatch information is available in real-time?

At AnswerFirst, we provide all our clients with free, secure online access to their accounts. Update your on-call schedule from anywhere and at any time.

Why choose AnswerFirst?

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Live call answering (no AI bots)

Real people answer your calls 24/7, delivering personalized service with professionalism & care.

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100% U.S.-based receptionists

Every call is answered by highly-trained professionals located exclusively in the United States.

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90% of calls answered on the 1st ring

Fast response times mean your customers get help right away. No hold times or frustrating delays.

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Pay-as-you-go pricing

Only pay for what you use. No contracts, no confusion & rates that adjust with your call volume.

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Premier White Glove support

1-on-1 support from a White Glove Specialist who helps set up your account & provides ongoing support for a min. of 45 days.

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Free portal for account management

Easily view & manage your account with a simple, user-friendly portal built for transparency.

Awards & Achievements

Celebrating AnswerFirst Acheivements

AnswerFirst is proud to be recognized for our exceptional customer support and professional services. Our awards and accolades reflect our commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and providing a supportive and innovative work environment for our employees.

2024

Fortune | #18 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services

Fortune | #74 Best Medium Workplaces

Fortune | #26 Best Workplace for Millennials

Clutch | Top Customer Support Outsourcing Company

Clutch | Top Virtual Receptionist Company

Clutch | Top Answering Service Company

Clutch | Top Order Processing Company

Clutch | Top Inbound Call Center Service

Clutch | Top Call Centers

Clutch | Top Answering Service Companies, Medical

Clutch | Top Answering Service Companies, Legal

Clutch | Top Call Centers, Real Estate

2023

Fortune | #20 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services

Clutch | Top Answering Service Companies, Real Estate

2022

Fortune | #26 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services

Fortune | #85 Best Workplaces for Millennials

2021

Clutch | Top Customer Support Outsourcing Company

Clutch | Top Answering Services Company

Clutch | Top Back Office Outsourcing Company

2020

Fortune | #10 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services

Fortune | #95 Best Medium Workplaces

2019

Fortune | #18 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services

Fortune | #22 Best Workplaces for Women

Proven Results, Happy Clients

Discover the benefit of using AnswerFirst.

5 out of 5 star rating

“I have been using AnswerFirst for years. They have been an amazing help for incoming communications across multiple businesses.I have recommended them to others that have had 5 star experiences every time. It is rare to find a company that continues to improve year after year in their service and customer support. I wholeheartedly recommend them.”

Jon C.

5 out of 5 star rating

“The Customer Service Professionals are friendly and knowledgeable, and they handle all of my calls with ease. I appreciate that they are always available, even during off-hours, and that they are able to provide me with detailed reports on all of my calls. Overall, I highly recommend AnswerFirst for any business looking to improve their customer service and streamline their operations.”

Jennifer M.

5 out of 5 star rating

“I’ve used AnswerFirst for over 10 years. It has been 100% effective for my business. It frees me up and filters out unwanted sales calls. It gives small businesses like mine a larger professional footprint.”

Michael A.

5 out of 5 star rating

“We’ve used AnswerFirst for many years and they are outstanding! Our intake call system is complicated, and the folks at AnswerFirst understand and execute our call protocol with precision and speed. Their support assistance is second to none.”

Heidi H.

5 out of 5 star rating

“We’ve been using AnswerFirst for almost a year for a side business. They are consistent in answering the phone and any time we need help, they’re amazing.”

Troy Ramey

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Our Business Development Specialists are ready to answer any questions you have about our answering services and provide you with all the information you need to get started with AnswerFirst.

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