About This Listing
Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine is a nonprofit publisher based in Washington, D.C., specializing in consumer advocacy and local business reporting. Founded in 1976, it provides research-backed ratings and reviews to help readers make informed decisions about services, products, and local businesses in the Washington metropolitan area. The organization operates independently, funded by subscriptions, donations, and grants, rather than by advertisers, which allows it to focus on unbiased evaluations. The magazine publishes annual guides and digital content covering topics like healthcare, home services, financial products, and government services. While specific publication frequency isn’t detailed, its work is known for in-depth reporting, including investigations into industry practices and comparisons of local providers. The organization also offers a website with searchable databases and additional resources. Hours of operation aren’t publicly listed, but the office can be reached by phone during standard business hours. For readers seeking practical information, the publisher’s website and phone line (+1 202-347-7283) are the primary points of contact. The office is located at 1625 K St NW in Washington, D.C. Visitors should confirm hours in advance. The publication’s high rating (4.8/5 from 30 reviews) suggests it is widely trusted for reliable, data-driven consumer advice. Subscriptions and digital access are available through the website.
Located in Washington, District of Columbia, this publisher is part of the News Directory 3 catalog of US news sources.
Reader Reception
Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine has received strongly positive aggregate feedback (4.8 / 5) from 30 readers, representing an established reader voice for the Washington, District of Columbia market.
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What visitors are saying
“Washington Consumers’ Checkbook is honestly one of the best places to find good companies. You can tell the reviews are real and not just paid ads like other sites. Every time I’ve used it, I’ve ended up hiring people who actually knew what they were doing and didn’t rip me off. It’s super easy to use too. I really trust it way more than places like Yelp or Angie’s List. Definitely recommend checking it out if you want real reviews and not a bunch of fake stuff.”
— Shane Banks · ★★★★★
“Outstanding resource for virtually any service in the Metro DC area. They don't take advertising from the companies being rated, so there is no conflict of interest. I select service providers with high ratings and a lot of reviews, and have been very satisfied with each of them.”
— Gary Rosen · ★★★★★
“I'm here to tell you that if you don't subscribe to Consumers Checkbook magazine you are missing out. I never have any service done or hire any vendor in the DC metropolitan area without first checking price and quality with CC. They base their ratings on actual surveys of customers and secret shoppers. They have no bias and are completely reliable.”
— Christian Martin · ★★★★★
“Please STOP the pulsating banner ad that you display on the side of web pages. Very distracting for someone trying to find a job on the internet. It comes up every minute on my screen. I love your books and website but this web ad is not nice at all.”
— Susan · ★☆☆☆☆
“The original "Consumer Reports" for plumbers, contractors, appliance repair, doctors and many other service providers in the DMV area. An indispensable tool for making knowledgeable decisions on all things local that cost money. Their healthcare guide (extra cost, but available for free through libraries and for most Feds) comes out during open season and offers a super helpful crosswalk of all the current health insurance options available.”
— Bill Santry · ★★★★★
“Consumers' Checkbook is an indispensable resource for any DC area resident. We are lucky to have it at our disposal because few other places in this country have a similar resource of such high quality.”
— David Katz · ★★★★★
“I've been using their information for years. Really helpful. I prefer it to Angies List since there is no ulterior motive in selling services.”
— Mark Johnston · ★★★★★
“My go to source for vendor information. No ads and certainly not Angie. Used for 20 years.”
— Jim Goldsmith · ★★★★★
“Valuable customer-supplied information to help make informed purchasing decisions. Information is lacking on smaller companies.”
— Dennis Sutch · ★★★★☆
“We’ve been using Checkbook for many years. Highly reliable.”
— Ched Bradley · ★★★★★
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine located?
Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine is located at 1625 K St NW, Washington, DC 20006, United States. It is in Washington, District of Columbia.
What is the phone number for Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine?
You can call Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine at +1 202-347-7283.
How is Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine rated?
Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine has an average rating of 4.8/5 from 30 customer reviews on Google.
Does Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine have a website?
Yes. Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine's official website is http://www.checkbook.org/.