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July 2011

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Dear BBB Accredited Business,

As we all forge ahead through the Louisiana summer, we can be sure of two things, the onset of hurricane season and overwhelming heat. Regarding hurricanes, we all know to check the evacuation routes, fill up our bathtubs, and buy extra batteries for flashlights and radios, but how often do we think about operating our business from an alternative location, contacting our suppliers and clients, or maintaining payroll throughout a disaster. The article below points out some disaster preparedness tips.

The BBB also provides some relief this month in the form of tips on hiring an air conditioning repair or maintenance company. Make sure to check companies' BBB Business Review before doing business and understand all expectations before starting any work. 

Finally, we present a topic that has become more popular lately- the technology buy-back program.  Read about the pros and cons of such a program below before committing your money to a program that may or may not be of benefit to you. 

As always we encourage responsible use of our BBB Accredited Business logo to let consumers know that a BBB Accredited Business agrees to abide by BBB Standards. If you would like decals, tent cards, or logos to use in your advertising, please let us know.

Dick Mitchell
President/CEO
BBB serving Southeast Louisiana
 
Preparing Your Business for Hurricane Season   

 

hurricane As we enter hurricane season, the Better Business Bureau reminds businesses and consumers to prepare certain steps to help before, and during any storms. Many of the tips that we employ as individuals are also appropriate for businesses, but there are many things we don't think about. Preparing ahead of time may increase your business' ability to survive in the face of disaster.  

 

 

Read more about preparing your business for hurricane season. 

 

FEMA has prepared resources to help businesses create disaster preparedness plans at:

http://www.ready.gov/business/index.html  

 
BBB Tips on Air Conditioning Service and Maintenance

 

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South Louisiana summers can be more brutal without a functioning air conditioning system. BBB offers steps you can take to avoid getting burned (even more) when you need to find an air conditioning maintenance or repair service.

     

Tips on Air Conditioning Service and Maintenance companies
 
BBB Urges Caution Before Investing in Tech Buy-Back Programs

 

Today's technology is constantly being replaced with updated models that showcase newer, cooler features. To keep up with the latest technology, many consumers are tempted by retailer buy-back programs. BBB advises consumers to analyze the details of the program to find out if it is right for them.

 

Find out more about the pros and cons of technology buy-back programs. 

 

 
FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association  & BBB Prepare To Host
Scam Jam 2011

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The FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association and the BBB are doing their part to educate citizens and prevent identity theft, scams, and fraud, by hosting Scam Jam 2011. It is free and open to the public, and will be held at the Pontchartrain Center, in Kenner, LA on Thursday September 15, 2011 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Representatives from various law enforcement agencies as well as the BBB and other exhibitors will be on hand to answer questions, and there will be presentations throughout the day.   

 

More information on Scam Jam 2011, including how your business can participate.

 
Show your BBB Accreditation with decals, tent cards, and logos  

 

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For Accredited Business decals or tent cards, Contact Sandy Maslansky at: sandy@neworleans.bbb.org for use at your BBB Accredited Business.  

 

For high resolution, vector based BBB Accredited Business logo graphics to use in your advertising, e-mail info@neworleans.bbb.org with the business name and request. 

 
Welcome to New BBB Accredited Businesses - June 2011   
WDSU Channel 6

The Better Business Bureau is proud to announce the following new BBB Accredited Businesses during June 2011. This means that these companies have agreed to uphold the BBB Standards of Trust, including advertising honestly, honoring promises, and being responsive to marketplace issues. 

 Click here to view the BBB Standards for Trust.

A-Automotive, LLC

Abundant Life Adult Day Health Care

Affordable Roofing Siding & Gutters

Air Service A/C & Heating

Bernard Construction Co., Inc.

Bill's Classic Painting, LLC

Bloom Legal, LLC

CBD Construction Services, LLC

Childers Cleaning Professionals LLC

Comprehensive Nursing and Home Health Services, Inc.

Concordia Group, LLC

Cozumel Grill & Bar

Darouse Foundations, LLC

Dish on Hayne

Essence Fashions Gifts & Accessories, LLC

Fontenot Insulation, LLC

Generation Mortgage

Guidry's Specialty Building, LLC

H & H Asphalt Paving, LLC

Hc Engineering

Higher Power Electric & Solar, LLC

Himmel's Architectural Doors

J & S Resources, LLC

Jensen Builders, Inc.

Jorge Gomez Remodeling, LLC

Junkaroos & Moveroos, LLC

Just Right Insulation

KD's Lawn & Landscape Services, Inc.

Lagniappe Precious Metals & Rarities

Larry's Income Tax & Bookkeeping Service

Le Visage Day Spa, LLC

Levco Elevations & Shoring

Lifecare Technology Medical Supply

Louisiana Grant Management

M N Construction and Renovation LLC

Malta Park McDaniel

Margiotta Electric, Inc.

Niclosi Janitorial Services, LLC

Nostaw Trucking & Construction, LLC

Orleans Mechanical, Inc.

Patricia Licciardi Insurance Agency, Inc.

Quirk's Pest Control LLC

Rader's Insulation Express, LLC

Republic Business Credit, LLC

Rug Rats Floor Installation, LLC

Salles Jewelers

Schafer Group Ltd., LLC

Shadday Construction & Elevation Company

TNT Tree Service, LLC

Uptown Painting & Restoration

Williams & Williams Lawn Shop, LLC

Year Round Heating & Air Conditioning Company 


 
We Salute You  

These companies are loyal and supportive BBB Accredited Businesses. They are representative of the many sizes and types of businesses that uphold the BBB Standards of Trust. Each has been randomly selected and the starting year of their BBB Accreditation is noted below.

Each BBB Accredited Business has committed to the BBB Standards for Trust.
    

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