Joining the local BBB requires businesses to pay a fee, which is about $400 annually, as of the time of publication. This is an average amount, and dues may be higher or lower depending on the size of a company.

Is BBB a paid service?

Where the money comes from: A self-proclaimed source of mediation and unbiased ratings of millions of businesses across the country, the BBB receives the majority of its revenue from membership fees paid by hundreds of thousands of companies.

What happens when you report to the BBB?

Consumer will be notified of the business response when the BBB receives it and will be asked to respond within 5 days. If the business fails to respond, the consumer and the business will be notified. Complaints are usually closed within 30 calendar days from the date you filed the complaint.

What happens if you do not respond to a BBB complaint?

Consumer will be notified of the business response when the BBB receives it and will be asked to respond. If the business fails to respond, the consumer will be notified. Complaints are generally closed within approximately 30 calendar days from the date filed.