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Moneypenny USA
America's best phone answering service taking care of your callers
As the worlds customer conversation experts, Moneypennys unique blend of brilliant people and AI technology integrates seamlessly to deliver customer communications that unlock valuable opportunities for businesses, 24/7. Available across all voice and text channels, Moneypenny responds to and fulfills...
Top Services:
Call Centers
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
Location
Duluth, Georgia
Number of Employees
1000 & Up
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Moneypenny USA Services
Call Centers
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
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Critter Control
The Federal Savings Bank
Sterne Kessler
BMW
Keller Williams
The Glass Guru
Eagle Biosciences
Charleston Heating & Air
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Moneypenny USA Reviews & Testimonials
Eric Martin Owner at Undisclosed
5.0★
Call Centers Review from Eric Martin
The salesman, Luke?, was very responsive and knowledgeable, a true professional. On boarding with Bailey, was easy and very thorough. Getting on board with an answering service had a lot more detail than I expected and Bailey was very patient and did not rush the process.
Benjamin Rose CEO at Undisclosed
5.0★
Call Centers Review from Benjamin Rose
I needed to get two new numbers set up quickly and Marti Ramirez was able to immediately help me out immediately. Also, Marti had some great suggestions for the scripting that was greatly appreciated. He even went above and beyond to check my multiple other accounts to make sure everything was OK with them. Marti is definitely an employee that goes above and beyond. Thanks again Marti!
Benjamin Rose Founder at Undisclosed
5.0★
Phone Answering Services Review from Benjamin Rose
I needed to get two new numbers set up quickly and Marti Ramirez was able to immediately help me out immediately. Also, Marti had some great suggestions for the scripting that was greatly appreciated. He even went above and beyond to check my multiple other accounts to make sure everything was OK with them. Marti is definitely an employee that goes above and beyond. Thanks again Marti!!
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4.9 4.9 (11)
4.0 4.0 (191)
AnswerConnect
People-powered answering service
Voted #1 Answering Service in 2025 by Forbes, AnswerConnect helps you grow your business by staying connected with your customers 24/7. No bots. No AI. Just real people, answering with care, treating your customers like their own. We handle your calls, book appointments, qualify leads & much more...
Top Services:
Call Centers
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
Location
Portland, Oregon
Number of Employees
1000 & Up
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
AnswerConnect Services
Call Centers
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
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Mosquito Squad
Stormguard
Crash Hotel
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AnswerConnect Reviews & Testimonials
Natalie Russell Owner at Arkansas Healthcare Insurance
5.0★
Phone Answering Services Review from Natalie Russell
Onboarding with AnswerConnect was incredibly easy. I was able to schedule a virtual meeting right away, and within an hour we had everything set upportal access, hours of operation, and customized scripting.Since getting started, Ive received positive feedback from both clients and prospects about the agents handling my calls. That alone speaks volumes.A few weeks in, I decided to tweak my scripting to improve the flow and be more transparent with callers. I reached out via chat, and their team responded immediately. They even offered to call me to walk through the changes, which I appreciated. We updated everything in real time, and the process was seamless.Super friendly team, quick to respond, and very easy to work with. Overall, a very positive experience with AnswerConnect.
Claire Riendeau Real Estate Specialist at Engel & Völkers Charlotte
5.0★
Phone Answering Services Review from Claire Riendeau
Claire Riendeau of Engel & Völkers Charlotte gave a shoutout to Christine Cooksey for the remarkable customer service experience. She addressed all her questions and even provided a detailed account explanation by sharing her screen. Riendeau highly recommended her, noting that she deserved a raise. (Source: 3rd Party Review Platform)
Dr. Harris CEO at Kitty Corner Cat Clinic
5.0★
Phone Answering Services Review from Dr. Harris
Dr. Harris from Kitty Corner Cat Clinic had the best customer service experience with Dyan. She patiently set up Harris' complicated phone system, untangling a messy IT situation. Her methodical and gracious approach was invaluable. The tech support team, especially Dyan, went above and beyond. Harris expressed gratitude for the agency's assistance. (Source: 3rd Party Review Platform)
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4.8 4.8 (6)
4.8 4.8 (277)
SignMore
24/7 live answering for property professionals - real people, not bots
Never miss a lead again. SignMore's U.S.-based receptionists answer calls and chats 24/7/365. We handle lead qualification, appointment scheduling, and emergency maintenance requests for property professionals. We guarantee real people, not bots...
Top Services:
Phone Answering Services
Call Centers
Customer Support
Location
Portland, Oregon
Number of Employees
1000 & Up
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
SignMore Services
Phone Answering Services
Call Centers
Customer Support
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McGraw Realtors
XS Asset Management
Chido Real Estate Investments
The Agency
ONXHomes
Quantive Property Management
Lang Management
RE/MAX
Keller Williams Heritage
Terra Bella Property Management
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SignMore Reviews & Testimonials
Nick Resto Review from Google
5.0★
Nick Resto's Review Sourced from Google
We're 30 days into using SignMore service, and I'm happy with the way the call flow is set up, and their communication has been excellent.
Fred Paskell Review from Google
5.0★
Fred Paskell's Review Sourced from Google
Amazing customer service and great functionality! Seemless integration into setting appointments and they are always trying to make sure they are exceeding my expectations. Highly recommend! Raving Fan Here!! 👍🏼👍🏼
Stasia Creek 406 East Realty Review from Google
5.0★
Stasia Creek 406 East Realty's Review Sourced from Google
Professional and consistent customer service and well trained responsive agents that manage phone calls. Setup was super easy and they went above and beyond to work with Google Voice. I highly recommended!
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4.6 4.6 (23)
Answer United
Award Winning Quality Driven
For over 60 years, Answer United has been a trusted leader in the answering services industry, providing call center and live telephone answering services to businesses of all sizes. We offer 24/7 support to ensure seamless customer interactions that help businesses grow while keeping costs down...
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Phone Answering Services
Call Centers
Customer Support
Staff Augmentation
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Location
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Answer United Services
Phone Answering Services
Call Centers
Customer Support
Staff Augmentation
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Food and Beverage Industry
Energy & Mining Industry
Health Care Industry
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Answer United Reviews & Testimonials
Jackie B Review from Google
1.0★
Jackie B's Review Sourced from Google
Extremely disappointing experience with Answer United. We signed up expecting a professional answering service that would follow our script, properly represent our company, and provide transcripts/recordings of calls as promised. None of that happened.Within the first weekend of service, we lost multiple jobs due to calls being handled poorly and the script not being followed. The representatives often sounded unfamiliar with our business and procedures, which reflected badly on our company.When we requested transcripts and recordings, we were told would be available; they were never provided. Customer service was also very frustrating to deal with. When I asked for a refund because the service was not delivered as agreed, I was told they had already invested time setting up the account and script. We invested employee time into that process as well, only for the agreed-upon procedures to be ignored.After bringing up these issues, communication largely stopped, and calls/emails went unanswered. Based on our experience, I would strongly recommend looking elsewhere if you want an answering service that will professionally represent your business.
Deep R Review from Google
3.0★
Deep R's Review Sourced from Google
I used their service for a little over a year. They are very good at taking calls and usually answer them promptly. They would then pass on the message via email, though often some things in the message didn't make it across. However, if that was all I needed, then an answering machine would have been enough, I hired them as a virtual receptionist and to make appointments. Ultimately I left their service because, after more than a year they seemed to know very little about my business, they routinely had trouble answering callers' basic questions about the business. They often bungled appointment taking and I felt they were costing me business.I worked with them multiple times to change the script but still to no avail, they just didn't do a very good job as a VR.I think using them as a message-taking service is fine but would not expect anything more of them.
Jon Liebertz Review from Google
5.0★
Jon Liebertz's Review Sourced from Google
Our favorite vendor, Answer United!As a growing company with a handful of Customer Care staff inhouse, we had a critical need to find a partner that could handle our call influxes during prime time as well as assist in creating an Emergency Line which our clients could use that would reach our after hours manager.Barbara and the Answer United group have exceeded our expectations in not only the quality of service, but their ability to make small, custom changes that really boost our ability to provide a higher level of communication to our customers.Looking forward to expanding our business relationship into the 2020 year!
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3.7 3.7 (23)
Lars Owens Design
Successfully helping world-class companies bring products & services to market.
"A well designed product brings users to your products. A well designed product user experience brings customers to your brand for life." — Lars Owens...
Top Services:
Graphic Design
Product Design
Package Design
Logo Design
Web Design
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Location
Lincoln, Nebraska
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
Lars Owens Design Services
Graphic Design
Product Design
Package Design
Logo Design
Web Design
SEO
Audio Production
Print Design
Design Services
Video Production
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Erchonia Corp
Murray Custom Homes
Laser Diode Concepts
Lee Enterprises
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5.0 5.0 (2)
Kimon Services
Your employee costs, re-imagined lower
Kimon Services is a UK-based company specializing in cost-effective outsourced business admin solutions, including dedicated customer support, data entry, and back-office staffing. We offer managed offshore teams and Employer of Record (EOR) services tailored to client needs, helping businesses reduce costs...
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BPO
Customer Support
Accounting
HR Outsourcing
Phone Answering Services
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Location
London, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
1000 & Up
Average Hourly Rate
$10/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Kimon Services Services
BPO
Customer Support
Accounting
HR Outsourcing
Phone Answering Services
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Global Guardians
GorillaHub
21st Century AV Ltd
n-gage messenger
Meeting Store
PNG CR
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Kimon Services Reviews & Testimonials
Martin F Review from Google
5.0★
Martin F's Review Sourced from Google
Excellent company. Michael works hard to understand your needs and create a customised service around your specific requirements. The VA's have been able to accurately fulfil our scope of work and at an affordable price point.
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5.0 5.0 (1)
Instant Solution
Effortlessly Accurate, Every Time
Instant Solution is a top BPO company in Bangladesh, offering world-class call center, data management, and business support services globally. With expertise in data processing, customer support, healthcare BPO, and e-commerce, we ensure secure, accurate, and efficient solutions. Operating in Bangladesh and...
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BPO
Business Consulting
Call Centers
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
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Location
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$8/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Instant Solution Services
BPO
Business Consulting
Call Centers
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
Transcription Services
Translation Services
Market Research
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Health Care Industry
Dental Industry
Corporate Services Industry
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Econx Group
Diversified Holding Company
We are a South Africa-based operations and support systems agency helping startups and growing companies scale customer support, AI operations, and backend workflows. We specialize in building efficient human-in-the-loop systems, support triage processes, and operational structures that reduce workload on...
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Business Consulting
BPO
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
HR Outsourcing
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Econx Group Services
Business Consulting
BPO
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
HR Outsourcing
Call Centers
Market Research
Transcription Services
Accounting
Big Data Analytics
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eCommerce Industry
Hardware & Networking Industry
Corporate Services Industry
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S3 Technology Group
Your CRM and Communication Solutions Partner
S3 Technology Group - Your CRM, business cloud phone, contact center and employee collaboration solutions provider...
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Call Centers
Customer Support
CRM Consulting
Phone Answering Services
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Location
Austin, Texas
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$125/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
S3 Technology Group Services
Call Centers
Customer Support
CRM Consulting
Phone Answering Services
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Mad Subie Performance
Davis Realty
USAA
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The Peak Hire
A Virtual Assistant Agency For Growing Businesses
The Peak Hire helps busy founders and growing teams reclaim their time with dependable virtual assistants matched to their actual workflows. Our remote professionals support administration, customer service, sales, recruiting, operations, bookkeeping, CRM management, scheduling, inbox management and lead...
Top Services:
BPO
HR Outsourcing
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
Call Centers
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Location
Miami, Florida
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$20/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
The Peak Hire Services
BPO
HR Outsourcing
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
Call Centers
Accounting
Market Research
Social Media Marketing
SEO
Web Design
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Entertainment Industry
Corporate Services Industry
Education Industry
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Romeo Golf Consultants LLC
Complexity Made Simple
Romeo Golf Consultants is a business consulting and services firm in Clearwater, Florida. We start the way a consultant should: by mapping how your business gets work, loses work, and spends it's time. Then we build what the map says you need. That might be an AI agent handling your inbound calls and emails...
Top Services:
AI Development
Web Design
Web Development
Phone Answering Services
SEO
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Location
Clearwater, Florida
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Romeo Golf Consultants LLC Services
AI Development
Web Design
Web Development
Phone Answering Services
SEO
Social Media Marketing
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University Tires Plus
Palmetto State Roofing
Central Site Corps
Eco Green Tree and Debris
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Mannex IT Solutions
Professional Technology Assistance
At Mannex IT Solutions we pride ourselves on our professionalism, attention to detail and commitment to excellence...
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IT Services
Cloud Consulting
Cybersecurity
Managed Services
Customer Support
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Location
Johannesburg, South Africa
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$31/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Mannex IT Solutions Services
IT Services
Cloud Consulting
Cybersecurity
Managed Services
Customer Support
Phone Answering Services
Business Consulting
Logo Design
Web Design
Web Development
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Megashift Logistics
Lerumo Properties
Tamas Fiber Optics
Kesani Trading
Khencee Projects
Angie's Nannies
Jochebed PTY LTD
Africalink Group
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Mannex IT Solutions Reviews & Testimonials
Elke Nelson Review from Google
5.0★
Elke Nelson's Review Sourced from Google
Excellent service, I can highly recommed Mannex IT SolutionsCommunicated very well, knowlegable and completed the job to satisfaction, efficiently. I wanted an UPS installed and the Wi-Fi range & speed improved at a guest house. Thank you for a job well done!
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5.0 5.0 (1)
Saluda Digital Marketing
Get Great Reviews and Grow
We help home service businesses grow with expert review and reputation management, web design, content writing, SEO, Google Ads, and social media marketing to drive leads and boost online visibility...
Top Services:
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
SEO
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Location
Columbia, South Carolina
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Saluda Digital Marketing Services
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
SEO
PPC
AEO
Social Media Marketing
Phone Answering Services
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Olga's Magic Cleaners
Madco Contracting & Consulting
Topdown Power Wash
Arguetas Roofing
Sands Roofing and Construction
Faulk Vincent Photography
MC Tree and Lawn Service
Jim's Custom Automotive
1st Source Equipment Sales
Iglesia Biblica Latinoamericana
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Saluda Digital Marketing Reviews & Testimonials
Fadi Taireh Review from Google
5.0★
Fadi Taireh's Review Sourced from Google
Julie was very easy to work with, she helped me find the words to say what I wanted to and wrote an amazing article/story
Ana Rivera Review from Google
5.0★
Ana Rivera's Review Sourced from Google
Outstanding! Working with Julie at Saluda Digital Marketing streamlined our processes and boosted productivity! Julie's service is marked by efficiency, punctuality, and helped us stay ahead of the curve in our industry. I truly was impressed by her commitment to going the extra mile. Thank you Julie and Saluda Digital Marketing for the support to our small business.
Pro-Aids Africa Review from Google
5.0★
Pro-Aids Africa's Review Sourced from Google
Julie of Saluda Digital is very professional, patient and considerate to work with. She gave me time always and guided me throgh anything I needed to do on social media for my publishing and sermon transcription ads. I will always use her services
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4.9 4.9 (12)
Deux-Points Culture
To Be Clear And To Be Heard
Deux-Points is a Moroccan communication and event agency specializing in event organization, written translation, and linguistic interpretation. The agency organizes conferences, corporate seminars, colloquiums, work meetings, and cultural or tourist events while helping clients communicate effectively across...
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Translation Services
Transcription Services
Creative Services
Web Development
SEO
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Location
Fes, Morocco
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Deux-Points Culture Services
Translation Services
Transcription Services
Creative Services
Web Development
SEO
Event Marketing
Direct Marketing
HR Outsourcing
Customer Support
Phone Answering Services
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Ministry of Tourism (Morocco)
IOM / UN Migration
African Ministerial Meeting
Mohammed VI Foundation
Crans Montana Forum
Google
Facebook
UN
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Renbotics AI
Automating Business Growth
Renbotics AI helps businesses streamline operations through intelligent automation. We build AI-powered solutions including AI receptionists, WhatsApp automation, voice agents, CRM workflows, appointment scheduling, lead qualification, and customer support AI Agents. Our focus - reducing manual work...
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AI Development
Business Consulting
Digital Strategy
Software Development
CRM Consulting
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Location
Delhi, India
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$30/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Renbotics AI Services
AI Development
Business Consulting
Digital Strategy
Software Development
CRM Consulting
Web Development
Social Media Marketing
Email Marketing
Cloud Consulting
Phone Answering Services
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Pixie Parlor
Rahber Engineering Company Limited
Digimax Solutions
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Shaveta Sharma Review from Google
5.0★
Shaveta Sharma's Review Sourced from Google
I had a great experience working with Renbotics AI for AI automation services. Their team understood my business requirements and provided practical, efficient solutions that helped simplify everyday tasks and improve customer communication.They were professional, responsive, and explained everything clearly throughout the process. The automation was customized according to my needs and has saved me considerable time and effort. I would highly recommend Renbotics AI to any business looking for reliable and innovative AI automation solutions.
Asif khan Review from Google
5.0★
Asif khan's Review Sourced from Google
As an architect, I was looking for ways to strengthen my firm's digital presence and explore modern AI solutions for business growth. Renbotics AI understood our requirements quickly and provided practical guidance along with professional support. Their expertise, prompt communication, and commitment to quality made the entire experience smooth and productive. I appreciate the effort and dedication shown by Prashant and his team and would gladly recommend Renbotics AI to businesses seeking reliable AI and automation solutions.
asif malik Review from Google
5.0★
asif malik's Review Sourced from Google
We had the opportunity to work with Renbotics AI on AI automation and business process consultation. Their team demonstrated a strong understanding of business workflows and provided practical solutions tailored to our requirements. They were professional, responsive, and technically knowledgeable throughout the engagement. We appreciate their commitment to quality and look forward to working with them again in the future.DirectorRahber engineering company ltd
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4.9 4.9 (14)
D3Mynds
Empowering Customer Experience with AI and Human Expertise-Customized Care Solutions by D3Mynds.
Empowering Customer Experience with AI and Human Expertise-Customized Care Solutions by D3Mynds. Where AI Meets Human Touch D3Mynds Delivers Customized Customer Care Solutions for a New Era...
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BPO
Business Consulting
Call Centers
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
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Location
Delhi, India
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$10/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
D3Mynds Services
BPO
Business Consulting
Call Centers
Phone Answering Services
Customer Support
Transcription Services
HR Outsourcing
Market Research
Accounting
Translation Services
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Corporate Services Industry
Entertainment Industry
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Phone Answering Services FAQs

What are phone answering services?

Phone answering services are third-party companies that handle incoming calls for businesses. Instead of letting calls go to voicemail or pulling staff away from their work, these services provide trained professionals who answer on behalf of the business, take messages, transfer calls, or provide basic information.

How do professional answering services help businesses improve customer communication?

Professional answering services improve customer communication by making sure every call is answered quickly and professionally. This reduces wait times, prevents missed opportunities, and ensures customers always reach a real person instead of voicemail. For many businesses, this consistency builds trust and improves overall customer satisfaction.

Which types of businesses benefit most from using phone answering services?

Businesses that benefit the most from using phone answering services include:

Small businesses and startups gain professional call handling without hiring full-time staff
Medical, legal, and service providers ensure clients always reach someone for urgent or time-sensitive needs
E-commerce and customer support teams manage high call volumes and improve response times

What are the top-rated phone answering service providers on DesignRush in 2025?

The top-rated phone answering service providers on DesignRush in 2025 are:

What core and specialized services do phone answering companies provide?

Core services phone answering companies provide include:

Live call answering
Message taking and forwarding
Call transfers and routing
Appointment scheduling
Basic customer support and FAQs

Specialized services:

Order processing and payment handling
Bilingual or multilingual support
After-hours and 24/7 coverage
Industry-specific scripts (e.g., medical intake, legal intake)
CRM and software integrations for seamless data management

How much do phone answering services cost in 2025?

In 2025, phone answering services typically cost between $0.80 and $1.17 per minute, which equals about $20 to $45 per hour. Pricing depends on how calls are billed; some providers charge by the minute, some charge a flat fee per call, and others use a monthly subscription that includes a set number of minutes with extra charges for overages.

The final price also varies by factors like call volume, call duration, transfers, and how providers handle wrong numbers or spam calls.

How quickly can a business see improvements after adopting phone answering services?

Most businesses see improvements almost immediately after adopting a phone answering service. Calls stop going to voicemail, customers reach a live person faster, and staff get clear, timely messages. This shift alone can raise customer satisfaction from day one.

Over a few weeks, the benefits compound: fewer missed leads, smoother appointment scheduling, and better responsiveness to urgent issues. For companies with high call volumes, the difference in efficiency and professionalism is often visible within the first month.

What should you look for when choosing a phone answering service provider?

When choosing a phone answering service provider, look for:

24/7 availability and quick response times
Professional, well-trained agents who represent your brand
Transparent pricing and clear call reporting
Flexible plans that match your call volume and budget
Extra features like bilingual support, CRM integration, or industry-specific scripts
Strong reviews and proven track record with businesses like yours

What red flags suggest a phone answering service may not be reliable?

Red flags that suggest a phone answering service may not be reliable are:

Long hold times or frequent missed calls during testing
Vague or hidden pricing without clear breakdowns
Poor communication or unprofessional behavior from agents
Lack of transparency in call reports or performance data
No references, reviews, or proven track record
Limited availability, such as no after-hours or weekend coverage

What key questions should you ask before hiring a phone answering company?

Key questions you should ask before hiring a phone answering company include:

What pricing model do you use (per minute, per call, or monthly)?
How do you handle after-hours, weekends, and holidays?
Can your agents follow customized scripts for my industry?
Do you offer bilingual or multilingual support?
Which CRMs or tools can you integrate with?
How do you report on call activity and service performance?

How do professional answering services differ from in-house receptionists or call software?

An in-house receptionist works only during business hours and requires a salary, benefits, and training. Software solutions, while cheaper, usually rely on automated menus or voicemail, which can frustrate customers looking for a real person.

Answering services combine the best of both: live human support without the overhead of full-time staff. They provide 24/7 coverage, industry-specific scripts, and multilingual options, which most small teams can’t manage alone. Unlike software, they add empathy and judgment to calls, and unlike a single receptionist, they scale with call volume.

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We’re committed to providing practical and accurate information to both businesses and agencies, so we turned to Chike Agbai, founder and CEO of Azumo, a fast-growing software development company. He shared his perspective on what qualifications to look for when hiring a customer support partner.

Chike Agbai spent nearly two decades as an investment banker on Wall Street, where he advised leading software companies such as Oracle, Salesforce, and Dell on high-stake transactions, before founding Azumo in 2016. Under his leadership, Azumo has grown into a multi-million-dollar business, creating software solutions for global brands like Meta, Discovery, and Zynga, as well as high-growth startups.

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