Anderson Plumbing, Heating and Air Named BBB International Torch Award Winner for Marketplace Ethics

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwired - Jun 25, 2014) - Yesterday San Diego-based Anderson Plumbing, Heating and Air was presented with the BBB International Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics at the first Annual BBB Self-Regulation Conference at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, DC. 

Anderson Plumbing, Heating and Air was one of only three companies in the country to receive the BBB International Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics presented by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to recognize businesses exhibiting outstanding ethical practices and contributions to building marketplace trust. Two of the three companies are from San Diego -- Anderson Plumbing, Heating & Air and HD Supply Facilities Maintenance. The third company, JC Restoration is from Illinois. Four other companies were honored with a new International Torch Award for Ethics.

"This year's winners have set an example for businesses of all sizes to follow, and we applaud their unique contributions to upholding a fair and honest marketplace," said Mary Power, President and CEO of the Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. (CBBB).

The BBB International Torch Award for Marketplace Excellence is given to a business that demonstrates "superior commitment to exceptional standards that benefit its customers, employees, suppliers, shareholders and surrounding communities."

Mary Jean Anderson credits a lot of her success to her mother. "My mom would always tell me 'Show me your friends and I'll tell you all about you.' Listening to my mom, I knew I wanted to surround myself with companies who championed ethical business practices. BBB Accreditation was a no brainer and I am so proud and honored to be able to share this amazing award with my entire team of plumbers, drain specialists and HVAC technicians, as well as all of the outstanding managers, sales professionals and office staff."

Anderson Plumbing, Heating and Air has been serving San Diego County since 1978 and specializes in plumbing installation and repairs for both residential and commercial including drains, water heaters, trenchless sewers and pipe repairs. Anderson Plumbing Heating and Air offers 24-hour emergency service to the greater San Diego area. Visit their website at andersonpha.com for more info.