Get a local British Columbia phone number

The 604 area code is a vital part of British Columbia's telecommunications infrastructure, serving the bustling Lower Mainland region of the province, including cities such as Vancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey.

About British Columbia

British Columbia has a unique telephone numbering plan that includes a central office code, also known as an exchange code, which identifies a specific geographic area, and a subscriber number, which identifies a specific line or service within that area. British Columbia is known for its diverse and rugged landscape, which includes everything from lush rainforests to towering mountain ranges, and from sandy beaches to arid deserts. It is also home to many unique and endangered species of plants and animals. It is also known for its burgeoning film industry, particularly in Vancouver which is often referred to as Hollywood North.

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604 Area Code

604 is a telephone area code in the Canadian province of British Columbia, encompassing the Lower Mainland region, which includes the city of Vancouver and its surrounding municipalities such as Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, and others. It was one of the original 86 area codes assigned in 1947 and was split in 1997 to create the area code 778 which serves the same region.

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Benefits of a Local Phone Number

There are several reasons why it can be beneficial for a business to have a local phone number.

Familiar and Easier to Remember

This can make it easier for customers to contact your business and may increase the likelihood that they will choose to do business with you. Local phone numbers may be more convenient for customers, as they may not incur long distance charges for calls within their area code. This can make it easier for customers to contact your business and may encourage them to do so more frequently.

Build Trust & Sense of Community

These types of numbers may be more trusted by customers, as they may perceive businesses with local numbers as being more established and reliable. They can help to build a sense of community and local presence for your business. This can be especially important for small businesses or those that rely on local customers.

No Long Distance Fees

Local phone numbers can make it easier for customers to reach businesses. They are also more convenient, as customers may not incur long distance charges for calls within their area code. This can make it easier for customers to contact your business and may encourage them to do so more frequently.

Improved Customer Experience

Localized numbers can be used to route calls to the most appropriate location. For example, a business with multiple locations can use local phone numbers to route calls to the nearest location. This can help improve the customer experience and increase the likelihood of making a sale.

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The 604 area code covers the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia, Canada, including the cities of Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, and more.

The 604 area code is from Canada.

The 604 area code is from British Columbia, Canada (CAN).

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