Guilford County Directory Lookup
Guilford County has about 540,000 residents and is the third most populous county in North Carolina. The county seat is Greensboro. High Point is the other major city in Guilford County. This phone directory provides numbers for all key Guilford County government offices, courts, and departments. Whether you need to call the sheriff, clerk of court, or tax office, you will find the right number here. Use this Guilford County phone directory to reach offices in Greensboro, High Point, and Archdale.
Guilford County Quick Facts
Guilford County Government Phone Numbers
The main phone number for Guilford County is 336-641-3383. This connects to the County Manager's Office in Greensboro. Staff can help with general questions and route calls to the right department. They also coordinate public records requests for all Guilford County offices.
Guilford County has offices spread across Greensboro and High Point. The phone directory includes lines for social services at 336-641-4967, public health at 336-641-7777, and the Board of Elections at 336-641-3836. Emergency Management can be reached at 336-641-7872. Each department in Guilford County keeps its own records. You can request these by phone or visit in person at the office location in Greensboro.
The Tax Department phone number for Guilford County is 336-641-3363 for property tax and assessment questions.
Guilford County Sheriff Phone Directory
Call the Guilford County Sheriff's Office at 336-641-3694. The main office is at 400 W. Washington Street in Greensboro. This is the number for incident reports, accident reports, and arrest records.
The Records Division processes all record requests during business hours. Concealed handgun permits go through 336-641-3363. The Detention Center can be reached at 336-641-2700 for inmate information and visitation details. Animal Control is at 336-641-5990. The Guilford County Sheriff also handles civil process services for court orders and legal documents. You can search inmate records and arrest inquiries online through the Guilford County Sheriff's website.
Note: For emergencies in Guilford County, always dial 911.
Guilford County Court Phone Numbers
Guilford County has two courthouse locations. The Greensboro courthouse is at 201 S. Eugene Street. Call 336-412-7300 to reach the clerk there. The High Point courthouse is at 505 E. Green Drive with a phone number of 336-822-6700.
The Clerk of Superior Court handles civil, criminal, traffic, estate, and special proceedings for all of Guilford County. You can search court records at the NC Courts page for Guilford County. Public access terminals are at both courthouse locations. Copy fees are $0.25 per page with extra charges for certification. Traffic citations can be paid online or at the clerk's office in Greensboro or High Point.
Here is the Guilford County clerk of court page on the NC Judicial Branch website.
Both courthouses serve Guilford County residents for all case types.
Guilford County Register of Deeds Directory
The Guilford County Register of Deeds phone number is 336-641-7556. This office has two locations. The Greensboro office is at 400 W. Market Street. The High Point office is at 325 E. Russell Avenue, Suite 101.
Visit the Guilford County Register of Deeds website for online searches and office details. The office records deeds, mortgages, and liens for all property in Guilford County. They issue marriage licenses for $60. Both parties must show up with valid ID. Birth and death certificates cost $10 each. Marriage certificates are $24. Public access terminals are at both the Greensboro and High Point offices for walk-in research. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Below is the Guilford County Register of Deeds website where you can access records and find office phone numbers.
Call 336-641-7556 to reach either the Greensboro or High Point office.
Guilford County Public Records by Phone
Public records in Guilford County are governed by NC General Statutes Chapter 132. Most government records are open to the public. You can view records for free during business hours. Copies come with fees.
Guilford County uses an online portal through NextRequest for formal records requests. You can also email the Clerk to Board's office at clerk2board@guilfordcountync.gov or call 336-641-3383 for help. Written requests should describe the records you want and include your contact information. Response times vary based on what you are asking for. Some records are exempt from public access. These include ongoing investigations, personnel files, and Social Security numbers. Most other Guilford County records are available to anyone who asks.
Note: Free inspection of Guilford County records is allowed during normal business hours at any county office.
Using This Guilford County Phone Directory
Guilford County offices are open weekdays. Most open at 8:00 AM. Courts open at 8:30 AM. If you do not know which office to call, start with 336-641-3383. That is the main county line. Staff will point you in the right direction.
Have your details ready when you call. A case number, name, or parcel ID helps staff find your records faster. Many Guilford County departments accept requests by mail and online too. But calling is the fastest way to confirm hours, check on a request, or ask a quick question about Guilford County services. All Guilford County phone numbers use the 336 area code.
Cities in Guilford County
Guilford County includes Greensboro, High Point, and Archdale. All county offices serve the entire county. Use the Guilford County phone directory numbers above to reach any department.
Nearby Counties
Forsyth County borders Guilford County to the west. If you need phone numbers for Forsyth County offices, check the page below.