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July 2015

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Dear BBB Accredited Business,

 

In the midst of hurricane season your BBB wants to make sure you are prepared for any emergency situation that might arise. Below we provide you with an Emergency Preparedness Guide put together by the State of Louisiana. 


One of the most frequent calls received at your BBB is regarding unwanted telephone calls including robocalls. Consumers want to know how to stop them, what to do when they get the call, etc. 

The FCC has put together some rules and options regarding these unwanted telephone calls. Get more information in the article below. 


The ransomware scam is back and uses a virus to hold a computer ransom until a fee is paid by the computer owner. Read more below about this scam.

 

Cynthia Albert joined Fox 8 to discuss a new scam regarding "Car Wrapping." Find out more in our BBB Video this month.


 Are using the Accredited Business seal? Contact your local BBB if you need to know more about the Seal and how you can make it work for your business!

 

New AB's can be on the lookout for a mention in your BBB's social media accounts! 

 

Heather Peters

BBB serving Southeast Louisiana

  
 

Be Prepared with a Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Guide

 

Hurricane season lasts through November. Are you prepared? Is your business prepared? The State of Louisiana has put together an extensive packet to make sure everyone is fully prepared, before, during, and after an emergency. 

 

Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Guide

 

 

FCC shares how to deal with Robocalls

 

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)  shares the rules and options regarding robocalls and other unwanted phone calls, texts, etc.
 

 

Have you seen BBB's Customer Reviews? 

Your BBB launched Customer Reviews in February 2015. Since then, your BBB has received 105 positive reviews; 6 neutral reviews; 118 negative reviews. Your BBB has also had 32 business responses to these BBB Customer Reviews. 

 

Your BBB's Customer Reviews are different from other Reviews for multiple reasons - find out why!

 

 

Scam Alert - The Virus that Holds your computer for ransom

The ransomware scam is back and more vicious than ever, according to a new FBI report. Ransomware is a virus that freezes your computer, holding it ransom until you pay to unlock it. Victims are reporting losing up to $10,000 in a new version of this scam that encrypts your files. 

 

     How the Scam Works                   

 

BBB Video: Car Wrapping Scam                         
  
BBB's Cynthia Albert joins the Fox 8 morning show to discuss a new scam targeting consumers. 

 

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Your BBB serving Southeast Louisiana has made a strong presence on Social Media!  Start following us today! 


 

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Welcome to New BBB Accredited Businesses- June 2015     
WDSU Channel 6

The Better Business Bureau is proud to announce the following new BBB Accredited Businesses during June 2015. 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.                                                                             

Arkely's Remodeling & Renovation

B Imports Body & Paint Inc

Bella Aqua Pools & Spas, LLC

Brad's Roofing

Chosen Cakes & Catering, LLC

Coleman Cab Company

D A Exterminating Company of St. Tammany, Inc.

Daily Task Services

Divine Purpose Medical Technology, LLC

Erroll's Handyman Service, LLC

Financial Investment Services LLC

Gulf Coast Land Management LLC

Irvin's Trucking & Demolition, Inc.

J A S Homes LLC

JMT Construction, LLC

LA Custom Awnings

Maestri Pools, LLC

MGM Movers, Inc.

Nelson's Painting & Drywall

Proverbs Elite Contracting LLC

Reliable Community Alternatives, Inc.

Right At Home

Southern Pride Roofing and Construction LLC

Strong Shield Siding LLC

 
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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