FAQ’s About Employment Background Checks & Verifications

How long does a background check take?

Pre-employment screening takes 3-4 days, closed all holidays.

What makes Employers Reference Source special?

Our services for pre-employment screening are comprehensive and rely on both trusted database sources and personal follow-through. Sometimes it takes solid digging through public records, as well as numerous personal calls and interviews to get to the truth about a candidate.

What advantages exist for consistent employment background checks by employers?

First, background checks and verification helps companies from hiring someone intentionally misstating their backgrounds. Secondly, our employment screening service helps confirm that your choice is justified for a qualified candidate.

Isn’t the cost prohibitive to do employment background checks on every employee?

When comparing the cost of pre-employment screening against the risk of just one negligent hiring suit or liability claim, pre-employment screening becomes insurance against extraordinary court costs and increased insurance rates.

Are there intangible advantages for using ERS as an employment screening service?

Companies find that employees operate with a higher sense of security and morale can be enhanced when everyone is treated equally in this regard.