There are over 100 internet yellow page websites on the web, similar to www.getphonenumbers.net, allowing people to find local businesses in their area. The advent of broadband to the masses has made it easier to find a local business with a simple web search rather than using the old print yellow pages.

One major benefit to online yellow pages is the updated information. Most print yellow page directories are printed once a year. If a new business opens after the print and distribution of the current directory, they have to wait up to one year to have their phone number and information published in the print yellow pages. Most online yellow page websites allow for monthly, and sometimes daily, updates.

Pete Clark owner of Flowers by Peter says "Online yellow pages allow me to update my online coupon with different offers each month". Clark continues, "In February I can offer Valentines Day specials and in May change it to offer Mothers Day specials. I can not do that with the print yellow pages."

As these online yellow page websites evolve, they become true Local Search Engines providing much more information than the print yellow pages ever could. These Local
Search Engine website provide directions, ratings and reviews, links to websites and some even offer a click to call option.

Recently Local Search Engines have added features that allow you to compare businesses side by side, allowing the end-user to compare businesses services, brands, hours of operations and even types of payments.

Local Search websites are not strictly operated by yellow page publishers either. More and more local websites are adding Local Search and Online Yellow Pages features to their websites. Most local television station websites and local newspaper websites allow you to search for businesses in their area.

So the next time you need to find a local business like a painter or landscaper, chances are you will find them just as easy online at www.getphonenumbers.net than you will with your print yellow pages.