- It Doesn’t Take Much: Physical phone number books made of paper have become terribly outdated. Mobile phones are never listed in them, addresses change too quickly for the phone directory to keep up, and there are always at least five “H. Johnsons” that you have to call just to get the right number. Directory enquiries, used either by phone or online, can change that. They find the person you’re looking for using a name, address, or even just the post code.
- It’s Inexpensive: Groups like 118 do have pay-to-use services, but their automated service, 0800 118 FREE, is paid for by advertising and therefore costs nothing to use. Other sites like 192.com can search for any number or address for free unless that information is unavailable from any other directory. In cases such as those they charge a flat fee. It may cost a bit, but it’s better than hiring a private detective to hunt down your old college roommate. Other services like www.phonenumber.co.uk offer a automated service to find the number you want
- Not in the Phonebook? No Problem!: Maybe your mobile broke and now you can’t remember the phone number of that cute girl you went on a blind date with. Maybe punching someone’s name into a search engine brought up a lot of useless information about other people. Maybe the person you’re looking for just never registered their number. With the advent of the mobile phone there are millions of people who are not listed in the phone directory. Directory enquiries has access to those and can get you into contact with them immediately.
- Everything’s in One Place: There are times you will need more than just an old friend’s phone number or address. There are businesses you need to find or a mobile phone you need to get in contact with immediately. With directory enquiries you can find out not only an address, but how many people live in the house, how old they are, who their neighbors are, and what their property value is.
- Got a Question?: Directory enquiries now have subdivisions that deal with any other question you might have. Available to call or text, 118 118 will answer any question from “How much is cab fare?” to “What are cinema times?” Directory enquiries can get you information quickly so you can contact your boss, make it to the meeting, and know what time the train departs.