Posts from — October 2008

Benmore Florists / 0861-FLORIST (Sandton)

Benmore florists have just joined Word Numbers SA - customers can now contact them by dialling 0861-FLORIST / 0861-356 747. How easy to remember!

What?

  • Same day delivery if ordered before noon.
  • Wedding & Function co-ordinating.
  • Choice quality fresh flowers in loose bunches.
  • Cellophane Bouquets.
  • Arrangements in baskets, bowls, boxes, vases etc.
     

CREATIVE    .    MODERN    .    TRADITIONAL     COTTAGY
 

  • Interesting and varied indoor plants for the office or home from azaleas to zyggocacti.
  • Fruit and gourmet baskets with wine, biltong and delicacies of your choice
  • Dried flower arrangements large or small.
  • Balloons and greeting cards.

Why?

  YOU ARE NUMBER ONE!

  • Top customer service from our experienced & fully qualified florists, receptionists and drivers.

Where?

  • All suburbs north, north east and north west of Johannesburg (South Africas largest metropolitan city) right up to Midrand. As a member of Interflora we deliver throughout South Africa and world wide!

October 28, 2008   No Comments

0861-PESTCONTROL – you’ll be bug-eyed with the benefits

Pests such as insects and rodents in the home can be a real nuisance and can actually damage food or possessions in your house, and when the problem involves known carriers of particular diseases, such as rats, the health risk can make calling in professional help the wisest move. By calling 0861-PESTCONTROL, you take the first simple preventive measures to stop most problems before they begin, but finding the right professional in any sphere can be difficult, and can turn into a bit of a lottery.

The first contact you have with a company may give you a few useful clues in selecting the right one. Is the person contactable; the telephone number easy? Did the person who answered the phone sound professional? An easy to remember telephone number like 0861-PESTCONTROL will certainly give you an indication of the kind of people you will be dealing with.

Once rodents take up residence in your house, it can be difficult to control them, but not impossible, so when services are required by consumers, they will recall 0861-PESTCONTROL from previous impressions, a random numeric number won’t do that. The easy to remember number is so successful that in six months you can see your pest control business going from a handful of calls per week to hundreds per week. It’s all based on simple marketing of the number on the radio, in the newspaper or on company vehicles.

The number has to be memorable and have a compelling message, because the goal is to ensure potential clients aren’t exposed to your competitors. If the words you choose are irrelevant to your business chances are customers will forget it.

At Word Numbers, we are committed to meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers, by showing you how easy it is to introduce a number like 0861-PESTCONTROL into your ad campaigns, and how remarkably effective it can be. If you need a word number, reserve one through us; we understand the importance of getting a number reserved quickly so that you can open for business!

October 20, 2008   No Comments

0861-PESTCONTROL – a call of nature

It is important to know the type of pests that are infesting your home before choosing a pest control remedy. There are different methods for treating different pests, but if you are uncertain as to how to treat them, then getting in touch with 0861-PESTCONTROL is key to finding a successful treatment. By who do you choose from all the pest controllers to treat your garden and home with the right pesticides? The easiest way is to call the number you heard advertised on the radio a week ago. A company with a good word number separates itself from the pack and provides customers with an easy way to get in touch with effective services.

To get an easy to remember word number like 0861-PESTCONTROL is quick and easy, and more and more people are turning to us at Word Numbers to get exactly the name they want without a lot of hassle.

Perception and image count massively toward the value of your company and services, and a unique and creative word number offers instant recognition and memorability.

Having a number like 0861-PESTCONTROL offers flexibility too, because calls are forwarded to whatever phone number you designate, and there is no answering service involved, no equipment to buy and certainly no need to change phone carriers, and a detailed monthly statement lets you monitor call volume to track your advertising efforts.

When you are in the unfortunate position of having a host of rats invade your ceiling or are sitting with a cockroach infestation, then it will serve you well to call 0861-PESTCONTROL. It is an excellent idea to get a word number to match your industry and services, which can be very powerful because the category, which is already a common term known by the target customers can become associated with the pest control business, driving thousands of calls to the marketer.

Studies have consistently shown that advertising with word numbers produces a much higher response rate than advertising without them. It also gives the business that competitive edge, and cuts back on the Yellow Pages and the Internet.

October 20, 2008   No Comments

0861-LOCKSMITH – Innovation and persistence the keys to success.

Today in South Africa, people are concerned and frightened, and locksmithing is becoming one of the more profitable businesses for entrepreneurs involved in obtaining the best possible security measures for their clients. By simply dialing 0861-LOCKSMITH, we can be instantly connected to a local locksmith, whether you are locked out of your home or car, this easy to remember phone number will help you out in an emergency, or if you need a digital or electronic locking device to keep intruders out.

You can make excellent money as a locksmith, but it is of the utmost importance that you build and maintain a professional image as a quality locksmithing operation from the start. Nothing pays off like using a memorable word number like 0861-LOCKSMITH to reach out to your target market, and customers need to know how to easily reach you. Whether your ad budget is small or you execute larger campaigns on television or in print, every business can benefit from the increased marketing power of a good word number.

Using a smart number like 0861-LOCKSMITH can also lead to repeat business, because once your customers have had a good experience using your word telephone number, it’s easy for them to pick up the phone and call again and again and to also tell friends and family about how to connect to locksmiths who provide 24 hour emergency services to your home, business and motor car, providing a quick and cheap solution.

Also, having a number like 0861-LOCKSMITH says right up front that you care about your customer, and in our crime ridden cities, great customer service is a top competitive advantage.

At Word Numbers, we are dedicated to helping you find the perfect marketing strategy – a good word number will open the doors and bring in new customers.

October 20, 2008   No Comments

0861 – LOCKSMITH – unlocks the secret to success

Nobody would want to be left out in the cold on any night after having locked themselves out of their homes, and that is why a thoughtful locksmith acquires a word number like 0861-LOCKSMITH – to operate round the clock and to get us out of the mess we get ourselves into, proving to be our ultimate life saver! Before memorable word numbers came into existence, you would have to wait for hours maybe, before you had the chance to look up the name of a locksmith in the telephone directory, and by then you could have frozen to death.

Locking yourself out of your house or car is not the only time you could need the services of a locksmith… they offer other services such as damaged doors and locks from a burglary, and in South Africa, with break-ins happening 24/7, we would all do well to lock an unforgettable word number like 0861-LOCKSMITH in our minds.

A leading memorable word number for locksmiths can get you 14 times more calls than an ordinary telephone number because people will remember how to call you months after seeing your advertising, and locksmiths who use such a number can boast about having more customers… the number is so easy, that prospective clients can even call before advertising begins.

Without a good word number, you literally force clients to look for your name in the yellow pages, giving them the opportunity to call the first locksmith they see, but with 0861-LOCKSMITH, potential clients remember how to call you and will call you first!

Locksmiths using 0861-LOCKSMITH give the company instant status and credibility, and allows the business to dominate competitors. While you may not be in a position to advertise that you are an expert, when you advertise 0861-LOCKSMITH, callers know exactly what you do!

A good word number is a significant factor in the dramatic increase in referrals, and suddenly old clients and friends start calling, as they become more aware of what you do through your word number advertising.

October 20, 2008   No Comments

0861-KITCHENS – one call takes care of it all

If you are looking for a quality new kitchen then you needn’t look any further after dialing 0861-KITCHENS because you will find a team who can handle the job from start to finish and help take the load from you. Whether you’re ready for a complete kitchen remodel or want to make small updates to your existing one, the first step is to discover your design style, whether it’s a sleek contemporary kitchen or a French Country kitchen.

0861-KITCHENS is a memorable word number; a very effective marketing tool for all locations and is used in an assortment of radio jingles and scripts to billboard and print media. After several years of use, such a word number can be credited for the continuing increase in any business. Not only do the numbers stay in the memories of customers, and make them less likely to look for a competitor’s number, but, regardless of the media used, this number draws business from further out than numerical numbers.

The Number itself tells people exactly what your business does; no-one can be confused about 0861-KITCHENS. Customers realize that there is something special about a business that has taken the time to acquire a great word number; it sets you apart as the best company to deal with when it comes to full kitchen remodels and revamps for tired and out-of-date kitchens.

Imagine the value a radio ad suddenly acquires when 0861-KITCHENS is included. People listen to the radio while they’re doing other things, like driving or shaving; definitely not sitting with a pen and paper close by ready to write a number down, so whatever you do, give listeners a word number that is easy to remember.

You need to stand out from the crowd and be remembered as kitchen people to call when your customer’s old kitchens are no longer functional. With a memorable phone number like 0861-KITCHENS, people will remember how to call you.

October 20, 2008   No Comments

0861-KITCHENS

The kitchen is the central place in any house where everything comes together; it’s actually like a type of lounge where everyone wants to congregate and chill, simply because of the good food and social atmosphere it creates. When you phone an easy to remember telephone word number like 0861-KITCHENS you get through to people who understand the way new and modern kitchens are perceived; who can help with making the right choices with counters, flooring and appliances.

Add 0861-KITCHENS everywhere! You should display it prominently on your vehicles, letterhead, business cards, invoices, signs, and all your marketing give-a-ways. They are easy to see and easy to remember, and people will associate your number with your business. As you promote your kitchen business and company name simultaneously, you become known all over the country, and the value to your business will increase!

If you are already advertising on air or print, and you aren’t using a word number, you aren’t creating a brand – make it easier on your customers by giving them a number to remember.

With a memorable number like 0861-KITCHENS, customers will call you first, without going to the yellow pages, which means there is less chance they will shop the competition. But in any case, this number can be used in conjunction with your yellow page ad to help promote your kitchen business and company name as the kitchen company in your area. Owning the exclusive rights to a word number for your market will allow your company to stand out from your competition and drive more calls to your business.

Creating a business identity is the most important part of a company’s business plan and marketing efforts, and 0861-KITCHENS clarifies the business structure and goals, and is easily identifiable for the consumer. While many businesses invest an extreme amount of time, money and effort into marketing their business, when using a memorable word phone number, their effort is ten times more effective.

October 20, 2008   No Comments

0861-HANDYMAN - a proven blueprint to earning a quick fortune

It is such a relief to find a reliable, efficient and hard-working handyman who is willing to tackle all those jobs around the house and garden; someone who just gets down to it and gets it sorted! A good handyman is someone who is in high demand, but having an easy to remember telephone number like 0861-HANDYMAN enables property owners, landlords, and tenants to get in touch with a company or individual who has established itself as a one-stop service for all housing needs, and who makes the greatest impact in the marketplace.

A handyman can have the best tools in the world, but if people cannot remember your name and telephone number, it’s worthless. 0861-HANDYMAN speaks for itself! When selling a product or service, a number like this tells people exactly what you do and how to easily get hold of you.

Communication with potential customers and clients is of huge importance, and a catchy and unforgettable word number works for you day and night to give you constant coverage when advertised on billboards, rubbish bins, newspapers and the radio

What’s in a name? Plenty if you are a small handyman business seeking ways to get
potential customers to remember who you are and where to find you. 0861-HANDYMAN, once in use, will take your business on a path of rapid national expansion. Phone names have been tested against phone numbers in TV and radio, and the ads with phone names generated nearly three times more calls than the ads with phone numbers.

Builders, plumbers, electricians and other professional tradesmen are far too busy doing the jobs they are trained for to be able to spend time doing jobs that are too small for them, so the handyman fills those gaps. 0861-HANDYMAN makes it easy for your customers to pass on your phone number along with their personal recommendation. This means more calls, because new customers don’t have to look you up, and you won’t risk losing them to someone else along the way.

October 20, 2008   No Comments

0861-HANDYMAN – your most valuable power tool

Many people don’t have the time, tools or talent needed for a repair or replacement, but by dialing 0861-HANDYMAN, you get offered renovation, maintenance, expansion and other services such as decorating, carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing as well as general repairs. When we are aware of repairs that need doing, how often don’t we allow it to deteriorate because we simply don’t know who to call for a fair priced, professional service.

There are times when things conspire against us, often when we are expecting guests for a couple of days. A burst pipe, a cupboard threatening to come off its hinges; problems always seem to occur at ludicrous times, at night or out of trading hours; and it’s at times like these, when 0861-HANDYMAN is so easy; you know someone is out there ready to help.

A good word number tells the consumer that your company has been around for some time, as well as proving to the consumer that your business is established, having the most recognizable phone number pertaining to your industry as opposed to the handyman down the street

Don’t overlook inexpensive but proven ways of getting the word out that you are available. 0861-HANDYMAN reinforces the type of work done. While it is usually easy to find a handyman in phone books; it’s the handyman who is remembered around town by his easy number who you call, and his outstanding emergency support will keep you going until more professional help can be mobilized, but available 24 hrs a day, an easy to remember, unique number has the ability to get you sorted … quickly.

Word numbers are visual; by using your own creativity, your ads and marketing material will all blend together to be an investment for the future of your business.

More and more consumers want a personal touch, and 0861-HANDYMAN fills the gap, providing a great service and tremendous convenience, and have resulted in record sales. Whether you are stuck in traffic or out shopping, a simple phone call has amazing accessibility and allows you to call a handyman… now!

October 20, 2008   No Comments

0861–FLORIST BLOSSOMS INTO A FRUITFUL BUSINESS

Fresh flowers always make your day go better, are indeed the most beautiful and appealing gift for any occasion, simply because they convey so much without saying anything. Do you want to send flowers to your near and dear ones in distant places? 0861-FLORIST is your lifeline when you need to send flowers to someone quickly and you don’t have a phone directory on hand. Why? Because the number tells us exactly what the company sells, lets us know that the product is affordable, and gives us an easy, quick way to get in touch—with an unforgettable word number.

Do you have the right word number for your business? Have you grasped the enormously critical but simple concept of a unique and appropriate word telephone number; a number that makes it easy for your customers to find you when they want to send a gift?

If you want to sell a product or service, then the focus of your ad should be the product or the service, like 0861-FLORIST. Theres no mistaking what this business is about, the number is professional looking and helps build a substantial image in the consumer’s mind.

When you use a number like 0861-FLORIST, a whole lot of things happen -

  • the word number stays in the consumer’s mind for longer

  • increased response rates

  • credibility & prestige

  • stronger presence in the marketplace

  • increased repeat calling and word of mouth

  • better customer service and customer feedback

  • additional sales avenue


Word numbers are used to build customer relationships as well as capture impulse buying because of the heightened brand recognition. Your customers know who you are and how to contact you.

A good word number like 0861-FLORIST can result in substantially reduced advertising costs or increased sales, and studies show that a good word number used in radio advertising produces fourteen times more telephone calls than an ordinary telephone number. Dramatic results can also come with billboard and TV advertising, and satisfied customers will refer your number for beautiful flowers and service to others.

October 20, 2008   No Comments