Suppose to pay for Services which I never used ...

Posted Wed July 28, 2010 1:30 am, by kams m. written to Verizon Internetworking (DSL)

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I had online requested Verizon to install High Speed DSL internet at our home in Tx in Jan 2010.The initail process of purchase got over and Verizon had sent us the modem.But when technician came to our home to switch on internet(since we were unable to do it through instruction CD),I was informed that Grande has contract for our whole society and they will be unable to provide servies at that time.Hence I was requested to send back modem.I did that immidately and Vz also recieved it.But after 4 months I was schocked to see letter from collecttions that we have $21.64 pending with verizon,when I enquired with collections they routed me to verizon ,since they didnt have any details.I circled back with verizon and came to know that it was shipping fees of modem,which I dont need to pay,it was by mistake.They also told to dispute the amount with Verizon as well as with collections.I did the same.I was also informed incase of any issues ,I will be informed by mail or certain comunications.3 months passed without any communications but day before yesterday I got the letter from another collections agencey asking for same amount on behalf of verizon.I was so frustrated but still I clamly spoke with my collection agencies (who again routed me to VZ) as well VZ customer services.Talking to customer service for 1 hour ,they again finally agreed that it was a glitch and I dont need to pay the amount.But when I asked for wriiten confirmation they routed me to their customer finance department .While Talking to them ,I was informed that I have to pay this amount to get out of collections,they said they cant see what customer service has infomed me nor any updates saying we dont have to pay anything and unfortunately I was back to zero.I am so frustrated now that I have not used VZ service for an hour but then also due to misscommunication from VZ I have to pay $21 and also have to bear negative mark in my credit score ..Its really not the matter of paying some bucks ,but it really shows that there is no customer care in VZ.Nobody knows anything,they whole company is like black whole and customers are fools to get attracted by their customer loaylity myths.

I would really request my fellow friends to not go to this service provider ,who dont even listen to their customers problem.

REMOVE my $21.64 from my account as promised by their customer services and give me in written that I wont be bugged by ANY collections agency in future .

I have really had a worst experience with VZ after just ordering the equipment.GOD knows what is happening to people who are using it.

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Re: Suppose to pay for Services which I never used ... by Donno Posted Wed July 28, 2010 @ 1:18 PM Yes, this is horrible customer service. Unfortunately, it is typical for Verizon. It is interesting that they are not arguing that they didn't receive the modem. The shipping charges are CLEARLY Verizon's responsibility. I am so sorry you are going through this. Don't let this one go. As you say, it isn't the $21. But more important that the seemingly endless lousy customer service at VZ is the black mark on your credit score. I'd go with the BBB and anyone else you can think of. I would also call VZW customer service back, tell them what happened in the Finance office and that you won't go away until this is resolved. If someone tells you it was a glitch and they fixed it, get their name/id number. I'm sorry VZ is putting you through this. Despicable. Reply Re: Suppose to pay for Services which I never used ... by RowdyRetailer Posted Wed July 28, 2010 @ 9:06 AM High speed DSL??? There isnt such a thing, that made me laugh. good day Reply You are incorrect by Donno Wed July 28, 2010 @ 1:11 PM