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Life is full of unexpected twists and turns. Whether your car breaks down, you lose your house keys, or your pet needs emergency medical attention, the last thing you want to do is waste precious time searching for a reliable business for help.
Being proactive and saving the contact information of trustworthy emergency pros – like tow services, plumbers, or electricians – ahead of time can be a lifesaver when things go wrong.
This can also help protect you from a common online scam that happens when people rush to find businesses online and forget to check if the website is real before making contact.
A little research and time can save you tons of headaches down the line. BBB has a few recommendations below. You can find businesses you can trust by looking for the BBB Seal – it’s The Sign of a Better Business® and means the business is BBB Accredited.
You can bookmark the businesses’ websites on your computer or smartphone, keep their phone numbers saved in your phone, or have a printed list at home with contact information.
Click the links below to find these trustworthy businesses near you.
For your home:
For your car:
For your finances:
For your family:
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