Frequently Asked Questions - Consumers
Questions may be answered using this FAQ page or our 24/7 Email Support System

Welcome to TrustKey!

TrustKey is your resource to easily find and hire local remarkable Service businesses, merchants, and contractors. Every TrustKey Business is accredited and committed to the highest standards of customer service and quality as outlined in the the the TrustKey Principles of Excellence. All TrustKey Businesses are background checked, verified and monitored to ensure that they uphold the the TrustKey Principles of Excellence with distinction. Registered consumers can request assistance from TrustKey using our exclusive TrustKey Relationship Care process. This cooperative relationship among TrustKey, Local Businesses, and Consumers offers a unique and effective environment that promotes satisfying friction-free business interactions. Registered consumers also qualify for the TrustKey Serve with Trust Guarantee. Businesses that fail to uphold the TrustKey Principles of Excellence are removed from the TrustKey Marketplace.

  TrustKey A+ Accredited Businesses offer a variety of Services

Additions
Air Conditioning
Air Duct Cleaning
Appliance Repair
Audio, Visual, and Home Networking
Automotive Repair and Towing Services
Cabinets and Countertops
Carpentry and Woodworking
Carpet, Flooring, and Wood Flooring
Carpet, Rug, and Upholstery Cleaning
Chimney and Fireplace
Cleaning and Maid Services
Concrete, Brick, Stone, and Masonry
Decks, Patios, and Screened Porches
Demolition
Drywall and Texture
Electrical
Fences
Garage Doors
General Contractors
Gutters
Handyman
Home Security
HVAC
Insulation
Landscaping, Lawn care, and Irrigation
Locksmiths
Mold Remediation and Restoration
Moving and Storage
Painting
Paving
Pest Control
Plumbing
Pools
Pressure Washing
Remodeling
Roofing
Siding
Smoke, Fire, and Water Damage Restoration
Tile (Walls and Flooring)
Tree Services
Windows and Doors

If a TrustKey Business fails to meet industry accepted standards regarding their written statement of work, let us know within three business days and we will step in to help.

TrustKey will respond within two business days to gather more details and to determine the desired outcome. TrustKey will then contact the business to initiate a resolution.
After coordinating with the business, we will contact you via email or telephone (whichever you prefer) to discuss the proposed remedy.
      If the proposed remedy is unacceptable, TrustKey will offer a remedy consistent with our assessment of the provided documentation and facts.
If in our assessment you have a valid claim, we will ask the TrustKey Business to return and make it right. We will also stay involved in the process to ensure your satisfaction.
If the TrustKey Business is unable or unwilling to help, TrustKey will pay another TrustKey Business to remedy the job under the TrustKey Serve with Trust Guarantee.

How Can Customers Facilitate a Successful Service Experience?
Take Photos/Videos to Document the Before/After Conditions of Medium to Large-Scale4
Inform Their Technicians of Issues or Concerns Before Paying for The Work
Always Pay Via Check or Credit Card5
Attempt to Resolve Issues or Concerns Directly with the TrustKey Business before Contacting TrustKey
Customers Who Are Not Satisfied with The Quality Of The Work Are Encouraged To Contact TrustKey Immediately For Assistance6

You may communicate with businesses vie telephone, text messaging, or email. The choice is yours! You may also connect with a trusted Business to Request a Quote!

TrustKey encourages honest and transparent communication, realistic expectations, fair pricing, and helpful consumer feedback. Our goal is to ensure that every customer is satisfied with the work performed by any TrustKey Business. If you are unhappy with the quality or completeness of your project. You may contact us immediately for assistance.

TrustKey Businesses provide exceptional service and aspire to 100% customer satisfaction. Consumers may contact TrustKey at any time to obtain TrustKey Relationship Care. Consumers are never alone when it comes to resolving issues with member businesses. TrustKey will stay involved in the process and ensure that the customer is treated fairly and with respect at all times and to find an equitable solution.

No. TrustKey is a private organization serving consumers and small businesses. Our mission is to:

Create a Marketplace where informed Consumers and Small Businesses Build Healthy Relationships
Encourage Marketplace Trust in Our Communities through Business Accountability and Transparency, and Consumer Education
Provide Guidance, Accountability, and Training for Reputable Businesses
Encourage Businesses to Value Integrity, Transparency and Trust in Their Business Practices

TrustKey Business must adhere to the TrustKey Principles of Excellence to maintain their accreditation.

Consumer Registration

Yes! TrustKey is a resource for consumers. Just provide your name and a verifiable email address, and commit to be a cooperative participant in the TrustKey Marketplace
Register for FREE and connect with remarkable businesses in your local area. Already registered? Sign-In-Consumer.php. Just Curious? Feel free to Browse Our Directory of Trusted Businesses.

Complete our Register for Free form to submit your basic contact information and create your password. Once you submit your registration information, you will receive an email that includes a verification link.
Simply click the link to complete your free registration.
We are here to help. Please contact us at support@trustkey.net if you need help registering.

We respect your privacy. We will NEVER share your personal information outside of the TrustKey Network. We will always adhere to your contact preferences.

TrustKey Businesses will contact you in response to your request for quotes or service
TrustKey may periodically contact you with status updates or special offers based on your account preferences.
If you submit a review or testimony, or request TrustKey Relationship Care, we may contact you for clarification or verification.

We encourage consumers to attempt to resolve issues with TrustKey Businesses before posting negative reviews. We also offer TrustKey Relationship Care to assist with difficult issues. Please contact us immediately if you are contacted outside of our stated contact policy or you are treated unprofessionally. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Review Guidelines for further information.

You may close your consumer account at any time by calling (866) 988‑7878. Once your account is closed we will remove your personal information from our system and stop all TrustKey-initiated contact. We are here to serve you; please contact us if you have any questions or need assistance resolving a problem.

TrustKey Accreditation

Every independently owned and operated TrustKey Business has successfully completed a rigorous verification and accreditation process, which includes:

Licensing and Insurance - Applicants must maintain licenses, registrations, and insurance required to do business within their specified service or trade area.
State Trade License Verification - TrustKey Businesses must maintain the required trade licenses for the services that they provide.
Sex Offender Registry Search - TrustKey utilizes an independent third-party to perform a search of the sex offender registry within the state where the owner/proprietor has resided within three years of the application date. Registered sex offenders are not eligible for TrustKey accreditation.
Criminal Records Search - TrustKey utilizes an independent third-party to perform a criminal records search in the state where the owner has resided within three years of the application date.
Identity Verification - TrustKey verifies the Social Security Number of the owner/proprietor to validate their identity.
Business Legal and Civil Assessment - TrustKey verifies that the owner/proprietor has no bankruptcy filings, liens, or civil litigation related to fraud, misrepresentation, or financial misconduct within three years of the application date.
State Business Filing Review - TrustKey reviews state filings for corporate entities and limited liability companies to ensure that the business is financially responsible and in good standing with the state where the business is located.

Accreditation information reviewed by TrustKey is current as of the date provided and may change or expire over time. TrustKey performs periodic re-certification of each TrustKey A+ Accredited Business and also updates their business information when notified of a change. Consumers should verify that the information provided is still accurate/up-to-date and take normal safety precautions when granting access to their home or business to service professionals. Consumers are encouraged to immediately report any suspicious or unprofessional behavior to TrustKey. Your satisfaction is important. We promise to follow-up with any concerns that you share with us. TrustKey is not responsible for errors or omissions of third parties such as, but not limited to; state and federal courts, state and regional prisons, local police stations, federal bankruptcy courts, or federal civil courts. Click here for more details regarding the TrustKey Accreditation Process

TrustKey encourages an environment of trust, transparency and accountability that promotes satisfying interaction between businesses and consumers. TrustKey operates under the the TrustKey Principles of Excellence which are based upon a belief that customer satisfaction and lifelong business relationships are essential to remarkable business.

Consumers may contact TrustKey directly at any time to obtain TrustKey Relationship Care Consumers are never alone when it comes to resolving issues with TrustKey Businesses. TrustKey will stay involved in the Relationship Care process and ensure that the customer is treated fairly and with respect at all times.

TrustKey requires all members to adhere to the the TrustKey Principles of Excellence. TrustKey A+ Accredited Businesses are background checked, verified and monitored in the TrustKey Marketplace. TrustKey does not evaluate product quality or competency in performing services. While we cannot guarantee that consumers will never have issues that require relationship care, we make every effort to encourage member businesses to serve customers with distinction. TrustKey will revoke the accreditation of any business that does not follow the TrustKey Principles of Excellence. TrustKey Businesses who are found deficient will lose access to the TrustKey Marketplace, be removed from the TrustKey Online Business Directory, will lose the right to display the TrustKey Accreditation Seal, abd will no longer be advocated by TrustKey.

Every TrustKey Member Business is reviewed, verified and approved and agrees to the the TrustKey Principles of Excellence. This means that customers are always treated with respect and provided high-quality products and services.

Customers may use Managed Email to communicate directly with TrustKey Member Businesses. These emails may be used to facilitate TrustKey Relationship Care. Consumers may contact TrustKey at any time to get help resolving issues related to a TrustKey Member Business. TrustKey will review the situation and work with both the customer and the business to bring about a solution the is fair and equitable to everyone.
TrustKey relies on registered customers to evaluate the quality and reliability of member businesses.
TrustKey management monitors consumer satisfaction using Feedback forms and monitored business email addresses.
TrustKey encourages transparency and accountability to avert the need for intervention. TrustKey operate under the the TrustKey Principles of Excellence which is based upon a belief that customer satisfaction and life-long business relationship are essential to good business.
Consumers may contact TrustKey directly at any time to obtain Resolution Assistance Consumers are never alone when it comes to resolving issues with member businesses. TrustKey will stay involved in the process and ensure that the customer is treated fairly and with respect at all times.

No. TrustKey only Accredits Legitimate Family-Friendly Service Businesses

TrustKey does not accredit businesses that:

Provide adult content (including pornography, soft pornography, lingerie, adult images, adult humor, dating, escort services, or other related materials)
Are involved in gambling (including multilevel marketing, high-yield or high-risk investments, lotteries, sweepstakes, or other non-conventional financial products)
Are involved in selling drugs (including prescription, recreational, male/female enhancements, hallucinogenic, or any other drugs or supplements)

TrustKey reserves the right to protect the integrity of the TrustKey Marketplace make the final determination as to whether or not a business is accredited. Organizations involved in hate speech, anti-government speech, or anti-family speech, or anti-religious freedom, will be denied accreditation. Further, TrustKey maintains the right to control the content displayed on our platform (including customer reviews, testimonials, and feedback shared with other users).

TrustKey Verified PhotoID

TrustKey Verified PhotoID promotes safety and builds confidence with employee background checks and digital verified identity badges. We are committed to safety and transparency. All TrustKey Businesses participate in the Verified PhotoID program and verified employees are issued a TrustKey Verified PhotoID, so you always know who is coming to your home! .

Hire a TrustKey A+ Accredited Business. Every TrustKey Verified PhotoID Service Professionals is issued a digital PhotoID Badge with a unique Employee Number.

TrustKey reviews employee background checks looking for crimes against people or property; including assault, murder, rape, child molestation, stalking, theft, indecent exposure, parole violations, felony drug convictions, or any other offense that indicates a security risk or threat to consumers. Individuals with unresolved adverse background information will not be issued a TrustKey Verified PhotoID.

Customer Reviews and Testimonials

TrustKey is a cooperative relationship between registered Consumers and TrustKey Businesses in the TrustKey Marketplace. Our purpose is to establish an environment of trust, respect, and transparency that leads to effective business engagement and satisfied customers. Verified Reviews from registered consumers help other consumers make informed decisions regarding which companies are best suited to meet their needs. Likewise, reviews submitted by other customers help you to make informed decisions. Working together, we ensure that the TrustKey Marketplace is vibrant and effective.

TrustKey examines customer review submissions to ensure that they are accurate, timely, and appropriate. All submissions must be approved in accordance with the Verified Customer Feedback Guidelines. TrustKey may contact consumers to clarify or verify the accuracy of any submitted review. Verified reviews are posted in chronological order starting with the most recent review followed by reviews in descending date order. TrustKey periodically removes older reviews to maintain an accurate and timely perspective of the TrustKey Businesses' performance.

Users may ask TrustKey to remove their reviews. TrustKey Businesses may post responses to consumer reviews but cannot remove or alter reviews. Please refer to the Verified Customer Feedback Guidelines for more information regarding consumer feedback and reviews.