
AnswerFirst Communications
24/7 Live Answering, Virtual Receptionist & Call Center Solutions
1602 N 21st St, Tampa, Florida 33605, United Stateshttps://answerfirst.com
AnswerFirst Communications Overview
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Average Hourly Rate
- Inquire
- Year Founded
- 1998
Since 1998, AnswerFirst has supported thousands of businesses with reliable 24/7 live answering and inbound call center services.
With more than 25 years of experience, a talented U.S.-based team, and the right technology behind us, were able to provide support that fits your exact communication needs helping you build lasting, productive, and profitable customer relationships.
We answer calls around the clock so your business is always available, day or night. From message taking and lead capture to order processing and after-hours or overflow support, every service is tailored to how your team works.
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AnswerFirst Communications Services
BPO Expertise
- Back Office Outsourcing
Call Center Expertise
- Appointment Setting
- Inbound
- Telemarketing
- Virtual Receptionist
Phone Answering Services Expertise
- AI Phone Answering Services
- After-Hours
- Plumbers
- Property Management
Industries
- Corporate Services
- Finance
- Legal
- Real Estate
- Health Care
- Software & IT Services
- Insurance
- Government
- Wellness & Fitness
- Other
Client Types
- Startups
- Small Businesses
- Medium Businesses
- Enterprise / Corporate
AnswerFirst Communications Reviews
Reviews from Google Maps are available on this profile.
As a small law office, we used AnswerFirst for about a year. We opted not to have calls recorded as their system has an irritating "beep" that sounds in the background while customers are on the phone. We thought things were going well. Several months later we signed up for CallRail, which recorded all incoming calls. We began to see a pattern of poorly handled calls. When we shared this information with management, and offered to provide the recording, they said "no thanks." The probems continued. For instance one caller asked if we did simple Wills. The AnswerFirst agent said, "No, we only do Estate Planning." After sharing these simple issues with management nothing changed. We asked if they could give us an adjustment to our bill based on the poorly handled responses. They said "No." We notified them this week we were switching carriers and they acted like they could care less. DO NOT use them as they cannot handle the simplest of calls. "Johnson Legal PLLC's Review Sourced from Google
Outstanding After-Hours Answering Service – Highly Recommend for Service-Based BusinessesWe've transitioned to AnswerFirst about four months ago for our after-hours answering service needs, and they’ve exceeded every expectation. Their live agent support, combined with responsive customer service and advanced technology integration, has provided our team with a seamless and professional solution that far surpasses our previous provider.What sets AnswerFirst apart is their adaptability to our unique workflows, quick response times, and overall attention to detail. As a service business, having a reliable, U.S.-based call center is essential and AnswerFirst delivers with consistency and clarity.Their platform gives us the functionality we need, and the quality of their after-hours call handling has significantly improved both our internal efficiency and our customer experience.If you're a service-based company looking for high-quality live agents, professional support, and a partner who understands urgency and accountability, I highly recommend AnswerFirst. Exceptional value, exceptional team.Demetri KaroutsosDirector, CareMaster "Demetri Karoutsos's Review Sourced from Google
Finally, and I mean FINALLY an inbound call center who does what they say they will do, and does it excellently.Danielle and Robert have been incredible helping me with my campaigns, and ensuring everything is flowing smoothly.I highly recommend giving them a shot for your call inbound call needs. "Scott Lady's Review Sourced from Google
I had a wonderfully easy experience during the setup and testing process with Danielle and Stephanie. The ongoing service and promptness is amazing. So glad I signed up! "kristin kneisel's Review Sourced from Google
Excellent! This company truly delivers on the customer experience. After having tried an AI answering service, with poor results, I was referred to Answer First. Immediately I was surprised by the professionalism that this company exhibits. It truly helped with our phone answering needs. Stephanie and Danielle went above and beyond what was expected. We truly are one happy customer. "Paul Bojko's Review Sourced from Google
AnswerFirst Communications Team Bios

Matt Herron
President & CEO
Matt has led AnswerFirst since it opened in 1998, growing the company into a top-rated answering service with a people-first approach. His leadership is rooted in transparency, innovation, and a commitment to empowering employees to do their best work.

Penny Herron
Director of Smiles
Penny leads our customer service and client management effortsmaking sure every client feels supported, heard, and valued. She also oversees all charitable initiatives and plays a key role in fostering the positive, people-first culture that defines AnswerFirst.

Barbie Drew-Rau
Contact Center Manager
As AnswerFirsts Contact Center Manager, Barbie brings firsthand experience in what it takes to deliver exceptional customer service. She oversees the day-to-day operations of our call center, supporting both our team and the clients we serve.
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Teri Leggett
Sales Manager
Teri helps businesses discover smarter ways to manage their calls and customer communications. She works closely with prospective clients to identify the right solutions for their needs, making her a key resource for anyone exploring AnswerFirsts services.

Russell Scherker
IT Manager
Russell leads AnswerFirsts technology operations and integrations. With decades of IT experience, he ensures our systems run smoothly and securely while keeping our platform connected to the tools our clients rely on.


