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KRESS Employment Screening

Build your team with confidence.

For over 30 years, KRESS has been trusted by industry leaders who can't afford to get employment screening wrong. Our background checks deliver the speed, accuracy, and reliability others only promise - so you can make the right hire every time. When it comes to protecting your business, there's KRESS - and then there's everyone else.

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  • 98% of reports delivered within 24 hours
  • Save 20% time-to-hire with KRESS
  • Trusted by industry leaders for over 30 years
Kress Background Checks are trusted by
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Know who you’re hiring, for total peace of mind.

  • Industry-leading screening services. Trusted by the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security, we deliver fast, accurate background checks that give you a competitive edge.
  • Fast, easy, reliable. Order background checks, drug screenings, and verifications online in minutes - no contracts, no monthly minimums.
  • Tailored to your needs. Custom packages, volume discounts, and dedicated support ensure your screenings fit your business requirements.
  • Accuracy you can trust. Our nationwide network of researchers goes beyond public databases for thorough, fact-checked results.

The process

Screening in four simple steps

  1. 1
    Step 1

    Invite the applicant

    Send a secure, branded invite in seconds - no setup required.

  2. 2
    Step 2

    Applicant completes

    They submit details and e-sign consent online, on any device.

  3. 3
    Step 3

    We run the checks

    Automated, FCRA-compliant screening across every jurisdiction.

  4. 4
    Step 4

    Get your report

    Clear, decision-ready results so you can hire with confidence.

Order online in minutes

  • Place orders quickly with our easy-to-use online system - no contracts, no hassle.
  • Access background checks, drug screenings, and verifications all in one place.
  • Set up your account in a day, with results delivered fast and accurately.
  • Get the support you need, with volume discounts and custom packages available.

Industry-leading candidate experience.

  • Get the best of the best.
    A seamless process that attracts top talent and keeps them engaged.
  • Faster decisions.
    You're not left waiting - and neither are your candidates.
  • Effortless for everyone.
    Easy for candidates, hassle-free for you.
  • Trust the process.
    Fully compliant, secure, and designed to get you accurate results - fast.

Testimonials

Hear From Our Clients

5 out of 5 stars
“Your “invite the applicant” option has changed my life! I can order more than a dozen background checks in about ten minutes!! That’s awesome!! I don’t have to fax or scan the resumes anymore and I don’t have to be the go-between person emailing the candidates and getting back to the screening company. I swear it has changed my life!!!! Keep it up KRESS!!!”
5 out of 5 stars
“Your service has proven to play a vital part in our hiring needs. In our environment, we always anticipate a certain amount of turnaround in our sales department. I feel confident we are making a better hiring decision because of your service and our turnover rate in that department proves it!”
5 out of 5 stars
“Awesome customer service!!!  Reports are always accurate and on time.  I have used a lot of screening companies throughout my human resources career and KRESS goes above and beyond. It makes a huge difference. Thank you!”
5 out of 5 stars
“Any HR Manager or Director that is looking for a cost effective yet highly efficient employment screening partner, I just switched to KRESS Employment Screening Inc and reduced costs by 45% and turn-around time by 20%. Call and have them show you the KRESS difference.”

The numbers hiring teams screen by

24-48hr
Average turnaround time
10M+
Background checks completed
99.9%
Compliance accuracy rate
50
States fully covered

Screen Smarter. Hire Better.

When it comes to background checks, KRESS is the gold standard.With over 30 years of experience, no contracts or monthly minimums, and custom-tailored solutions, we make it easy for you to hire with total confidence. Our fast, accurate screenings are backed by real human verification - so you're not just getting data, you're getting trusted, actionable insights. Whether you're ordering one check or a thousand, KRESS ensures you're always compliant, protected, and ready to bring the best talent on board. There's a reason industry leaders like ExxonMobil and GoodYear trust KRESS - and now, you can too.

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We handle everything so you don't have to.

Whether you're looking for a single background check or a full suite of employee screening services, KRESS makes it easy. No contracts, no complicated processes - just fast, accurate results that give you total peace of mind. With our expert support and user-friendly platform, you can focus on what matters while we handle the details.

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