Better Business Bureau in Southeast Texas
Southeast Texas
About Us
BBB serving Southeast Texas has been serving consumers and businesses since 1963 in the following counties: Chambers, Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Newton, Orange, Tyler and the Bolivar Peninsula in Galveston County. In 1963 the Beaumont Rotary service project founded BBB Serving Southeast Texas. BBB continues to serve our 8-1/2 county region expanding marketplace trust and ethics through free services to the public funded by BBB Accredited Businesses.
Upcoming Events
Programs and Services
For Businesses
Resources for businesses in Southeast Texas
BBB Southeast Texas Foundation
A 501(c)(3) of the Better Business Bureau Serving Southeast Texas
For Consumers
Resources for consumers in Southeast Texas
Community Patron Program
BBB Patrons are like-minded companies that see ethics as the key factor in creating a stronger, healthier business community.
BBB Accreditation
Learn more about how BBB Helps
Brunch & Learn
Connect, learn, and grow your business over brunch with local leaders at the BBB Brunch & Learn where trusted insights meet real connections.
Businesses Near You
Find the exact type of business you're needing, in the location you're needing it in.
Spark Awards
This award is given to business leaders 35 years and younger OR in operation for less than 3 years that demonstrate a higher level of character, generating a culture that is authentic about its mission, and connect with community.
Resources for starting a new business
Thinking of starting up a new business? BBB can help with everything from how to get funding, to creating a business plan, to paying your taxes.
Students of Integrity
The BBB Students of Integrity Scholarships awards Southeast Texas high school seniors planning to attend college for demonstrating and embodying integrity in their lives. Selected students receive $2500 scholarships.
Dispute and Resolution
If you have a marketplace dispute, BBB can offer you several ways to resolve it.
Diamond Awards for Business
Better Business Bureau’s annual Diamond Awards for Excellence honor businesses that demonstrate excellence in the marketplace. Selection is made from a variety of applications from the Southeast Texas business community by a volunteer panel of judges.
Trust Hub for Businesses
The BBB Trust Hub is your one-stop shop to guide you on your path to trust. BBB has built a library of resources and tools to educate organizations on trust in the workplace
Diamond Awards Celebration and Awards Ceremony
Annual awards held in early summer celebration and dinner.
Industry Trust Headquarters
Deep dive into trust with BBB highlights, tips and in-depth reports on specific industries.
Professional Women's Conference
Presented by BBB Southeast Texas, an expo + conference is held annually in the fall
BBB Ad Truth
BBB AdTruthSM is an educational program that teaches consumers about potential advertising abuses and empowers them to report advertisements that could cause financial or personal harm due to problematic tactics or faulty products.
Support BBB Southeast Texas
BBB Serving Southeast Texas and its nonprofit, the Consumer Education Foundation (501c3), deliver a variety of programs and events geared toward business, consumers and youth within our community. Any support of our programs helps us continue to deliver educational programs and allows for greater visibility within the community for BBB and you.
Your Home HQ
Your home is your biggest investment and expense. BBB offers a one-stop resource for everything from financing to building to repairing -- inside and out.
Get to Know Us
Learn more about BBB Serving Southeast Texas, our service area, key staff, Board of Directors, employment opportunities and more.
Tips and Additional Resources
BBB provides seasonal tips, resources for commons issues and variety of additional tips for both businesses and consumers.
Sign up for our Newsletter
Sign up to receive updates and news on events with an easy unsubscribe option at any time.
Report and Learn more on Scams
BBB provides information and resources on the various types of scams, as well as the warning signs to watch out for and tips on what to do if you are a victim. Report potentials scams.
Cybersecurity Resources
BBB tips and resources to help both businesses and consumers.
Natural Disasters
To help individuals, businesses and nonprofits recover from severe storms and other disasters your BBB is providing the tips and resources on preparation and recovery.