Welcome to our Bakersfield, CA answering service, where our mission is to answer every call on behalf of your business promptly and professionally, any time of day or night. With Responsive Answering Service handling inbound calls, you can focus on running your business, while our virtual receptionists stand by to take care of your callers.

Bakersfield Answering Services Features

Our Bakersfield, CA answering services include:

24/7 Live Answering Service, including after-hours, weekends, nights, and holiday coverage

Virtual Receptionist

Call Screening

Appointment Scheduling

Dispatching Services

Message Taking and Delivery

Bilingual English and Spanish Answering Service

Business Answering Service for Every Industry In Bakersfield, CA

Regardless of your industry – from healthcare to government, from manufacturing to software, our specialized Bakersfield answering service agents are trained to understand and cater to the specific requirements of your industry. Responsive Answering Service is here to support businesses in all of Bakersfield’s key industries, including:

Bakersfield Answering Service Pricing

“How much does an answering service cost?” This is a common question we encounter, with the various pricing structures and service packages offered by different Bakersfield answering service providers.

The cost of an answering service in Bakersfield depends on the number of calls handled, and any additional features or customization you may need, along with a few other factors.

Answering services may offer several pricing plans:

  • Per Call: You are charged a set rate for each call answered by the service.
  • Per Minute: Pricing is based on the duration of each call. Longer calls result in higher costs.
  • Flat Rate: You pay a fixed monthly fee for a set number of calls or minutes.

Here are a few additional fee considerations to keep in mind when pricing out Bakersfield answering services:

  • After-Hours Support: Many businesses need phone answering services outside of regular business hours, which may mean additional fees.
  • Call Volume: High call volumes can also lead to increased costs if the service charges per call and/or per minute.

Be sure to get estimates from multiple providers, considering features and hidden fees, not just the base price.

At Responsive, we offer full-service plans starting at just $29/month. Our service costs a fraction of what you would pay a full-time employee to answer phones, while offering 24/7 availability and a full suite of features.

Some sobering statistics show that 92% of all customer interactions happen over the phone, but up to 47% of businesses let calls go unanswered. When you consider the revenue lost from these missed calls and the impact they can have on your business reputation, investing in a professional answering service becomes a clear and straightforward choice.


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The Best 24/7 Answering Service for Bakersfield, CA

Bakersfield, California, began in 1863 when Colonel Thomas Baker settled along the Kern River, founding what was originally called “Baker’s Field.” Incorporated in 1873, the city grew rapidly with the arrival of the railroad and became a key center for agriculture and trade. The discovery of oil in 1899 sparked a major boom, shaping Bakersfield into a hub for the petroleum industry. Over the years, the city has grown into a vibrant community known for its rich agricultural roots, energy production, and unique contributions to country music and culture in California’s Central Valley.

Bakersfield’s economy in 2025 is booming across several key industries that define the region’s strength and future. Agriculture remains the backbone, with Kern County leading California in crop production and generating over $7 billion annually. The oil and gas sector continues to be a major economic driver, as Kern is the nation’s second-largest oil producer, fueling jobs and local revenue. At the same time, Bakersfield is rapidly emerging as a renewable energy leader, hosting some of the largest wind and solar projects in the country. Logistics and distribution thrive here too, with over 50 major distribution centers benefiting from Bakersfield’s strategic location, including a massive new Nestlé automated facility. Adding to this dynamic mix, the tech sector is surging, with a $50 million Tech Innovation District underway, creating thousands of jobs in AI, cybersecurity, and software development. Together, these industries make Bakersfield a vibrant, growing hub where tradition meets innovation and opportunity.

If you’re a Bakersfield business operating in a competitive market with diverse industries like biotechnology or tourism, partner with a professional answering service is a must. By ensuring prompt communication with customers, regardless of call volume or time of day, you can boost customer satisfaction, capture valuable leads, and build a strong reputation in the local market. 

At Responsive Answering, we proudly provide professional answering services for businesses in Bakersfield, Kern County, and nearby cities such as Oildale, Shafter, Wasco, Delano, and Tehachapi.

 

Why Do You Need A Bakersfield Answering Service?

The first thing that comes to mind about answering services is often after-hours support. However, in addition to evening and weekend coverage, hiring a Bakersfield answering service means 24/7 availability, cost savings, flexibility, and bilingual support. It helps businesses and organizations focus, stand out, and offer a positive caller experience. The benefits of a Sacrament answering service include:

  • 24/7 Availability: For many Bakersfield businesses, calls can come in at any hour, day or night. Whether it’s a worried parent of an infant needing medical advice or a homeowner dealing with a plumbing emergency, our answering service provides uninterrupted 24/7 coverage.
  • Cost Savings: Partnering with a Bakersfield answering service means reduced overhead expenses compared to hiring full-time receptionists. This allows your business or organization to allocate your budget wisely, without sacrificing reliable phone support.
  • Better Customer Service: In Bakersfield’s competitive business environment, exceptional customer service is a must. An answering service guarantees that all calls are managed promptly and courteously, minimizing wait times and leaving a favorable impression on customers and clients.
  • Warm and Professional Greeting: Our virtual receptionists extend a friendly welcome to every caller, exuding warmth and professionalism in every conversation. We guarantee that each interaction is enjoyable and effective.
  • Scalability: Bakersfield’s expanding economy can bring fluctuating call volumes. At Responsive, we provide cutting-edge technology and expert virtual receptionists ready to scale up as needed. And, during slower seasons, you won’t face high fixed costs.

When you partner with Responsive, you can count on:

  • Local California Knowledge: Responsive stands out from other Bakersfield answering services with our deep understanding of Central California’s culture and local preferences.
  • Bilingual English and Spanish Speaking Agents: Spanish is spoken in approximately 56% of Bakersfield households. With our 24/7 bilingual answering service, your customers have the option to interact with your business in English or Spanish, whichever they prefer
  • Advanced Phone Technology: Kern County values technology, and will appreciate that Responsive has invested in cutting-edge telephone technology for managing nationwide call volumes and routing. With an average wait time of just 20 seconds, your calls are quickly directed to a skilled agent, minimizing caller wait time. 

We also provide appointment scheduling, message taking and delivery, and call screening services.

California Area Codes We Answer For 

We proudly answer calls from every area code in California, including: 

213 Los Angeles

310 Los Angeles (Westside, South Bay, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica)

323 Los Angeles (Central, East, South LA, Hollywood)

424 Los Angeles (Overlay: Westside, South Bay)

562 Long Beach, Norwalk, Whittier, Lakewood

619 San Diego, Chula Vista, La Mesa

626 Pasadena, El Monte, West Covina, Alhambra

650 San Mateo, Palo Alto, Mountain View, Redwood City

661 Bakersfield, Lancaster, Palmdale, Santa Clarita

669 San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara (Overlay)

707 Santa Rosa, Vallejo, Fairfield, Napa

714 Anaheim, Santa Ana, Orange, Huntington Beach

747 San Fernando Valley, Burbank, Glendale (Overlay)

760 Oceanside, Escondido, Victorville, Carlsbad, Palm Springs

805 Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Thousand Oaks

818 San Fernando Valley, Burbank, Glendale

831 Salinas, Santa Cruz, Monterey, Watsonville

858 San Diego (North County, La Jolla)

909 San Bernardino, Riverside, Ontario, Pomona

916 Sacramento, Elk Grove, Roseville

925 Concord, Walnut Creek, Livermore, Pleasanton

949 Irvine, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Mission Viejo

951 Riverside, Corona, Temecula, Murrieta

408 San Jose, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Campbell

415 San Francisco, Marin County

510 Oakland, Berkeley, Fremont, Hayward

530 Redding, Chico, Davis, Yuba City

628 San Francisco (Overlay), Marin County

818 San Fernando Valley, Burbank, Glendale

209 Stockton, Modesto, Merced, Tracy

We provide live answering services throughout Central California, including these zip codes in and near Bakersfield:

93301

93302

93303

93304

93305

93306

93307

93308

93309

93311

93312

93313

93314

93380

93381

93382

93383

93384

93385

93386

93387

93388

93389

93390

Whether you’re in the heart of Bakersfield or the surrounding communities, Responsive Answering is here to support your business growth and keep you connected with your customers.


Responsive: Answering Phones In Bakersfield 24/7

Responsive Answering is a privately owned nationwide telephone answering and call center service with legendary reputation in Bakersfield. We are deeply connected to the local community, with first-hand knowledge of the unique requirements of businesses here. 

Responsive stands out among Bakersfield answering services by combining the reach of a nationwide network with tailored solutions designed specifically for local businesses. Whether your company is rooted in Bakersfield or anywhere else across California and beyond, Responsive delivers personalized support backed by the reliability of a national answering service. Count on us to represent your business with professionalism and care, ensuring every call is handled just the way you want.

Answering calls is our mission. We don’t just answer phones; we represent your business with professionalism, local expertise, and a welcoming demeanor. 

Here are just some of our call answering statistics:

  • 24/7 availability (including weekends and holidays),
  • Trained professionals who specialize in our clients’ range of business categories,
  • Versatility to customize our accounts,
  • Our average pickup is on the second ring,
  • Our average queue time is 20 seconds,
  • Our average talk time is around one minute,
  • We effectively manage and route thousands of calls a day.
  • We take pride in offering one of the most enjoyable work environments: at Responsive our operators are the most important asset. 

Contact us today to learn more about Responsive Answering Service, or to request a quote.

Responsive Answering: The Key to Answering Your Calls

Don’t get locked out of new opportunities. With Responsive Answering, you can transform your customer service experience and unlock new opportunities for growth. By partnering with us, you’ll not only enhance your reputation for reliability and professionalism but also ensure that every call is an opportunity to build trust and drive more business. Contact us today to request a quote or get started! 

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