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Verizon Fios is a 100% fiber optic network providing customers with high-speed internet. Fiber optic cables allow data to move at some of the highest upload and download speeds available. Verizon offers fiber optic internet, TV streaming and home phone services as individual services and in bundles. Fios is shorthand for the full title of Fiber Optic Service.
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- Can bundle with other Fios products
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- Only available in certain states
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Reviewed Nov. 23, 2021
I have been dealing with Verizon for about a month now after moving into my new apartment, and since then I have received the absolute worst customer service experience I have ever encountered in my life.
Reviewed Nov. 12, 2021
My bitcoin account got hacked and the ip address ** from New York Queens is that one who did the hacking, I contact Verizon the ISP that the ip address is coming from to complain about this user using the internet service to hack accounts. Verizon has not replied back to none of my messages, I have also called and the support keeps telling me I need to call this department. Something needs to be down to these people who are using your internet to hack accounts
Reviewed Nov. 8, 2021
I was paying high for the Verizon FIOS internet service so I decided to move. They have been charging me for the device for the past 7 years and giving very less speed, but was paying more compared to my neighbors. Their site or app won't work most of the times when we try to update our information. So I decided to close their service. I moved to a different service provider and then called Verizon to cancel my service. They are charging me for an additional month, since their efforts to retain did not work. Such a cheap company that offers a very bad customer service and swindling customers by making false claims. Their service or website/app doesn't work many times which makes us frustrated, when you have decided to move out. I feel like they are deliberately doing this to charge the customers more.
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2021
My father passed away in 2020. Verizon Fios continued to auto bill and withdraw funds from his account after his death. Once that account was closed, they continued to bill for services and eventually sent these past due amounts to a collection agency for fees for an additional 6 months after his death. When I approached Verizon on all of this, Verizon politely informed me that there was nothing that they could do. In reality, they owe us for the services that we automatically removed from his account. God Bless Verizon.
Reviewed Oct. 25, 2021
An agent from Verizon came to my door to sell me a home internet. On the internet installation date, two technicians came to install it. During the installation, they messed up our house electrical box causing damage to itself and damage to one of our bedroom's air conditioner. This occurred within 15 minutes after the technicians left my house.
My husband immediately called the main technician back and explained him the issue, we were scare we're going to catch a fire. The technician said he was coming to inspect the electrical box in the morning. The technician came next morning. He didn't want to fix our electrical box. I called Verizon and made a claim, Verizon sent the technician manager to inspect, he said they were not going to fix our electrical box neither the AC and he said he was going to talk with his boss to see what they can do about it. He never called back. We had to hired a private electrician and pay him to put something in the electrical box while we wait on Verizon to fix it. Verizon hasn't contacted me back yet. The electrician we hired confirmed to us that the electrical box was damaged by the Verizon technician.
Reviewed Oct. 20, 2021
I was upset and perturbed when I got on the call with a customer service rep called Jay bc I had gone into specifically the Fios website about 2 weeks ago and PAUSED autopay bc I only had half of the bill owed...the IT dept never received the notif and I was deducted 120 dollars today which put my account (checking) into the negative and I was already late for an appt and decided to hurry home to take care.
Mr. Sam ** was so nice and explanatory and took care of the issue and refunded the monies and set up my new notifications and eased my worry about the account going into neg. He was pleasantly helpful and I hung up with a nice feeling of how they received my concern and handled it in a few minutes with no problem. Thanks to Mr. Sam ** who was the supervisor and also in future to call and ask for him if I needed. I highly recommend fios bc the other company I had been using wasn't as efficient and also more expensive than fios so a great thanks today and I won't worry about my checking acct now and will apparently receive the refund in only 2-3 biz days as opposed to the standard 7-14 days!! Wow thanks again Mr. **!!
Reviewed Oct. 14, 2021
I want to review a Rep whose name was Mike at the Orange Plaza location in Middletown New York 10940. This man helped me tremendously with very little effort. He seemed very educated and comfortable with what he was doing and how he went about how he solved my issue. I would like to see more people like him.
Reviewed Oct. 7, 2021
I am writing this with serious disappointments. On Thursday the 09/30 I saw a technician from Verizon worked in my next door neighbor. Since then I lost my service (internet connection). And Friday the 10/01 I chatted with live agent for about 3 hours trying to fix this issue while I supposed be working. Unfortunately Nothing was fixed. But the agent set up a service for me on the 10/02. After the technician fixed my service on the 10/02 they screwed up my neighbor's service. And the same day we lose service again. Then I chatted and called the customer services. No one was able to help. Then a supervisor spoke to me, hang up on me before resolving the issue.
Then I call back again 10/04 Monday. After 3-4 hours in a call I was connected with a gentleman name Leonard who was able to figure out that the service was sold to the same exact address twice. Then he said he fixed it by making basement apartment 1 and 2. Which separates the address. Cause in the same address there is 2 basement apartment. And he set up the service again on the 10/06. Technician came fixed it about 4 hours later we lost the service again. Now exactly 6 Days we are out of service back and forth, where technician came 3 times fixed our service, and screwed up our neighbors service. When they came to fixed our neighbor's service they messed up our service. This is a joke. How Verizon's internal systems allows to sell service to same exact Address twice???
You guys came fixe the service this morning and it's now Out again. The router is yellow. This needs to resolve and credit me for 3 months free service because I have to go through this Non-Sense. In past 6 days I at least chatted for 8 hours and spoke to representatives, Supervisor, and manager for about 12-15 hours to fix a issue that I have nothing to do with. And I wasn't able to work in Friday the 1st. Me and my wife mostly work from home. It's really frustrating what is happening. I seek urgent attention of hire management to take this matter serious and fix the issue ASAP and courtesy credit me in the highest possible limit.
Reviewed Oct. 6, 2021
My bill is extremely high and I’m considering getting rid of cable and just using the internet to stream. The monthly rate is insane. A lot of people I know don’t have cable anymore just internet but even Verizon internet service is expensive.
Reviewed Oct. 6, 2021
I am glad they added weather channel back to the roster! Never really have any issues. If I do, just resetting the box top usually fixes it. Wish the price was a tad cheaper. I did have some discounts from work, but seems like one was revoked for some reason.
Reviewed Oct. 5, 2021
Verizon internet services is very reliable. When I travel I have no problems with the internet. No drop calls. It's very fast too. They are always ready to answer your questions regarding their service. It's a little pricey, but I love it.
Reviewed Oct. 4, 2021
Wait for service is intolerable. They never come in the time period that was stated. Last time I had a problem, it took 3 trucks of technicians to solve it. Even then, it didn't work as well as it should. Wish I had another alternative for cable service.
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2021
Verizon Fios is very reliable, making it worth the money. I have the 3 tier service (home phone, tv & internet) at a reasonable price that is less than the other area providers by about 25%. People tell me how much they're paying and I gawk! It's like they're being ripped off to me.
Reviewed Oct. 2, 2021
Good quality internet as long as installed correctly data speed and quality of latency is good. The equipment that they provide is good however you can purchase the equipment instead of renting it which would save you money on the service itself because they charge a monthly rental fee otherwise. Verizon has won JD Power for Excellence for a few year in a row and in comparison to other providers that I have experienced, the service and quality of their product internet and tv quality is superior and they also offer more channels than other carriers. A lot of people may say it's just internet or just tv but when it comes to pricing but it matters where you getting what you pay for. Pay attention to the upload and and download speed that other providers offer. People believe that streaming is download only however, it all depends where you are getting your content and streaming from that decides.
Reviewed Oct. 1, 2021
VERIZON Fios provides me with the fastest and reliable internet service. At times my office colleagues would complain that their services is down or they are getting intermittent service. My internet service with Verizon has always been reliable. I was so relieved not to have these challenges.
Reviewed Sept. 29, 2021
This is the best cell service for the area we live in WNC because of all of the mountains surrounding our area of the mountains. We also use them for our WiFi in our motor home. I would highly recommend this company and the customer service is outstanding!
Reviewed Sept. 29, 2021
I have been a customer of Verizon Fios for 8 years now. I can honestly say we have had very few if any issues. When I contact tech support the wait is usually minimal and the technician has been very knowledgeable and friendly. Would stay on the line till the issue was fixed. Verizon usually follows up the next day to ensure the problem was fixed.
Reviewed Sept. 28, 2021
This service is really good. Top notch. However the price is way too high. Other internet services are too high as well. So if we have to pay way too much we may as well pay for a top quality service.
Reviewed Sept. 27, 2021
Never had an issue with my provider. My prices never went up. Very happy with the customer service. Will recommend them to all my family and friends. I have had them for 5 years+ and would not go to anyone else.
Reviewed Sept. 27, 2021
Verizon is no longer user friendly! Their price plans are never great. Worse, they’re constantly trying to lure customers into expensive add-ons. God forbid you need to speak with a live person: trust me, don’t hold your breath!
Reviewed Sept. 26, 2021
Verizon has pretty decent uninterrupted service but I believe they are the most expensive. They wanted to raise my bill $30.00. After 53 years I told them to cancel my landline service and my bill still went up $10.00. That's ridiculous!! Go Figure.
Reviewed Sept. 26, 2021
Customer service is really good when you call and you can actually get ** done in a reasonable amount of time the service all over and sucking free internet and it's pretty cool to make available and so easy to get a hold of and and then I can watch over I'll go.
Reviewed Sept. 25, 2021
Unreliable, so slow, you not only can have a cup of coffee, you can have breakfast too! Waiting on home page to load. I have spoken with Verizon several times with no success. I was using what they call a jet pack. The only good thing it was portable so when traveling you could find spots that worked much faster.
Reviewed Sept. 25, 2021
The service is not always predictable with regard to downloading especially in late afternoon. It is not clear whether this is a manipulation or more traffic. Late night surfing the net seems most efficient.
Reviewed Sept. 24, 2021
To start with I have had VERIZON FIOS. I THINK VERIZON FIOS COULD BE A LOT BETTER BUT THEY HAVE THEIR ISSUES. I have had Verizon Fios for a year now. First thing is they do not tell you everything. They leave some stuff in the dark. For example, my beginning price was $50. After like 4 months it went to 60. I call. They say my price went up all because I DIDN'T ENROLL IN AUTO PAY. I do not think auto pay should make a bill go up ten dollars in price cause I didn't want my credit card information saved on the web or my account page. From the start they also did not tell me about that either. Once it happens and you go to call them asking what made my bill go up ten dollars well the customer rep says, in order to receive service for 50 a month you have to enroll in auto pay. I believe they should tell you everything about what you sign up for.
Reviewed Sept. 24, 2021
Although we rarely experience the one gig speeds that have been promised, overall the service is excellent. On the rare occasions when it has been necessary to request customer support, we have received not only excellent telephone support but when necessary, the next day Fios technicians on site.
Reviewed Sept. 23, 2021
Out of 24 hours in a day can connect for about an hour. Will not connect to the TV so cannot stream at all. We keep getting told that they are installing FIOS, but it’s been over a year. It is crazy with today’s technology to not have high speed internet/WiFi.
Reviewed Sept. 23, 2021
Too expensive, but offers great service. Should more protection from virus. Many promotions to add cable. Can have too much red tape or time to reach for repairs. Should have yearly upgrades without paying extra monies.
Reviewed Sept. 22, 2021
I've been trying to leave Comcast for years now, but, unfortunately, in my area, there were no alternatives. So, I was very happy to see that Verizon now had a home internet option in my neighborhood. I spoke with customer service before ordering, to make sure I wasn't signing up for something actually worse than Comcast. Well, that's exactly what happened. I received a box three days later, that - 1) did not include a wire to plug the modem into any outlet; and 2) specified that I must mount the modem to my window! The modem is a big, ugly, clunky white box. So, of course I didn't want to do that. I can't imagine who would.
Also - for all this - it was actually $10 more a month than Comcast! If all that were not bad enough, when I tried to chat with customer service to get this hideous thing out of my house and shut down any bills that may be in the works, the customer service was way worse even than Comcast! And there are whole SNL skits based upon how bad they are! It was unbelievable. I was on the phone/chat for an hour before anyone who would actually help me was able to speak to me. What a disappointment!
Reviewed Sept. 22, 2021
We are located in a semi rural area that does not have the population density which motivates any typical commercial provider to provide us with current technology Internet access. We have to use our Verizon telephones as hotspots or a WiFi device to connect to the Internet. This relies on Verizon‘s Internet wireless connection. Over the last two years it has gone from reasonable to horrible. At times Verizon will drop phone calls. They continue to claim towers will be updated nearby and it is not happening.
Reviewed Sept. 22, 2021
Not reliable at all; day or night. Impossible to get in a Zoom class and stay on! Constantly losing connection-being reconnected in a 30 minute class. Unable to get anything out of class! Finally changed carriers, now I can stay in a class 2 hours or more!
Reviewed Sept. 21, 2021
I have their service for a little over two years - and CONSTANTLY had issues with service cutting out. Every time I'd contact their chat it was a robot and took me at least 10 min to connect with a person. Even then, most of the time they could not help me and I'd have to call. When I'd call the number they gave me without fail would send me to Verizon cellphone service and the representative would tell me they couldn't help and I'd have to call another number (BUT IT WAS THE SAME NUMBER). For over a year we had issues and they just told us to reset the router which would often time not start working for hours. Then, they finally sent out a tech and he said our wires were bad (had to replace them) and said we should get a new router. The router we had we were renting from Verizon and he said the new router would work much faster but our service price and everything would be the same.
We were renting a house so when I started service I did not want to be under a contract. When I called to cancel service a few months later they said we had begun a new contract when they switched that router and were charging me a cancelation fee. I called them and explained how I was never under contract. This was when I first received my bill in July. The woman said she understood, there must have been a miscommunication and said she would not charge me. She gave me an call ID in case I had issues.
The end of July I get an email that they charged me the cancelation fee. I called them and the representative I spoke with this time told me that the call ID I had didn't exist. She had the worst attitude, was arguing with me that I signed a contact. When I asked her to send me the contract, she told me because my service was ended she couldn't send it to me. After literally arguing with her for 20 minutes, I asked for a supervisor. The supervisor looked into it all, agreed (again) to credit my account because it was not clear I was in contract. She said the money would be sent back via my direct deposit but to call the billing department. I called them and they assured me it would be sent that way. I communicated to them then I did not want something sent via mail because I was moving, they assured me it wouldn't be. That entire call process lasted HOURS.
Then, in the middle of august when nothing had credited to my account, I again tried to call billing. Had to mess with the whole calling Verizon cell number having them try to transfer me, getting disconnected, and having to recall multiple times. That entire call lasted an hour. The man I spoke to in billing said at that time, it showed they credited my account but it may take another billing cycle to show up. He again assured me it would go into my account.
Now here we are in September without a refund. I just called them again (this is a total of 4 times since I ended service with hours of time spent talking to them) and they freaking told me they sent a freaking card to my old address with my refund back in the beginning of August. This is after I told them THREE times I didn't want it sent that way, but if it had to be I'd give them a new address. After they told me THREE times it would be sent back via direct deposit. And THREE times I've had to call them about this refund when I shouldn't have been charged in the first place.
I would never ever recommend their service. It's sketching, cuts out all the time. Their representatives are the hardest to get ahold of, they are disorganized, and straight up rude. I have never been treated so badly by a representative in my entire life. I never write reviews, this is my first one ever. But I feel so strongly about how ** they have been that I needed to warn people. DO NOT RECOMMEND.

Reviewed Sept. 21, 2021
I receive excellent service and great signal at my home. I have an LG DUAL SCREEN Smartphone and Verizon has the best service of ALL OF THE CELLPHONE COMPANIES. I tried the mother THREE and for the last 4 years I have been with Verizon. I am 100% satisfied.
Reviewed Sept. 1, 2021
It has been 8 month since I made my order.. I paid for all equipment and still no tech came down to install.... They canceled on me every time after waiting the whole day home.. And no customer service to help.. Horrible. Horrible.
Reviewed Aug. 28, 2021
I switched service, and it has been nothing but a big nightmare. My service keeps going out constantly. I try troubleshooting with technical support, and they keep saying "WE ARE GOING TO FIX THE PROBLEM!" Nothing ever gets resolved. I'm on my second box and the same problem returned. I'm in the process of looking for another provider. Oh and may I add that the $100 prepaid gift cards all of the sudden turned into Verizon gift cards that can only be used to purchase their products. "SCAM ALERT!"
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2021
I've been waiting over 8 days to have my business phone line and internet service installed. I've spoke to multiple customer service reps, Supervisors and Dispatchers, but was given the run-around for 8 days. I've even sent emails to CEO's at their Corporate office, but have not heard back. Now, I'm being told they can't get to me until Tuesday, which will be a total of 12+ days. Is it ok for my business to lose revenue for 12 days, but if we owed them $1, they would be quick to shut off our service. Is that fair? I don't think so!! At this point, I think a 1 Star is being too generous!!! Verizon really needs to get their act together... I'm Very very disappointed, and so should they!!
Reviewed Aug. 19, 2021
From day one there was always concerns. They sent a rep to our home to explain what the Fios experience would be. We signed up with him there. In the first couple months we had problems logging into our account only to find out the rep wrote down a different password that the one we had given him. Next the wi-fi left a lot to be desired, rebooting the router numerous times a month. We have never paid the same amount more than twice - small changes to accounts happen often most for a dollar or under but they add up. I was a Xfinity customer for over 20 years but thought this "FIBER-OPTIC" was the upcoming best option. Well it's not. Along with the network always timing out and not being able to watch PLUTO without it stopping after 10 minutes or so. BEWARE.
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2021
Extremely poor service and connection. I have to call them almost every month (if not more frequent) to get my internet connection fixed. Every time I call they confirm they see a problem and "they're fixing it". They have me reboot everything, do this, do that and it'll work for another few days before it again stops working. Not happy!
Reviewed July 28, 2021
I’ve already told Verizon how I feel about their service, attention to detail and their clarity about what was sold to me and why they screwed up so badly. 1). They sold me a deal whereby they automatically deduct the monthly fee from my account. First time of billing, I’m getting late notifications. 2). I had to call 3x before someone came out to correct an install issue. I had a screw drilled into my finished basement. They closed my ticket twice w/o advising. Told them a credit might be nice given I needed to sparkle, sand and repaint. Never heard a word. 3). I was told I’d be given exactly what I had w Xfinity. Not true at all. Prior seasons are blocked.
Reviewed July 10, 2021
So I really think how funny it is I’ve never had Verizon in Mass but yet they appear on my credit report.. Just ruined my credit for something I never had.. I’ve been trying to fight it.. Haha they keep saying I had it.. So watch out.. they're a ** company and lmfao they’ve done this to me before also.. This is the same account they said I had… Again I never had them… I really hope they step on a lego.
Reviewed July 8, 2021
I switched services from Spectrum to Verizon based on the pricing and incentives. The first week of service was an nightmare as each morning the internet service would be down. I'd spend much of the day texting/calling to get service restored, often retrying fixes that I had already tried (I was a pro by day 2). Service would get restored late in the day so I'd lose a day's work/pay only for it to be out the next morning. No one could ever tell me why the service went down. This went on for and entire week. Lost an entire week's pay.
Now it's time to redeem the incentives. Getting Discovery+ loaded was very easy (why not, they want me to forget to cancel service in a year), a little harder to receive the streaming box and absolutely impossible to get the $100 gift card. The site won't open. I tried Firefox, Bing and Explorer. The chat representative sent me to the gift redemption # which is either busy or doesn't answer. It seems very convenient that this should incredibly difficult to redeem. Still on hold...
Reviewed June 21, 2021
My front-to-end experience with Verizon Fios. I switched from Xfinity to Fios in late 2019. First point of frustration- inconsistent communication about what speeds were available for my residence. Online, I was told 50/50mbps (!) was the fastest I could get. Mind you, I lived in a townhouse community in a downtown metropolitan area. While surprised such a low speed was the best offering given so many of my neighbors had Fios, I went ahead.
First burn was being told I couldn't have some sign-on promotions offered and promised due to my speed plan. Even when I explained 1) I had no other speed plan choice available to me 2) the reps I had spoken/chatted with assured me I could have the promotion and 3) the Verizon site's own T/Cs said "any speed plan", in the end I didn't get the promo. I even submitted a customer experience complaint about the inconsistent messaging (website/advertisement/customer service vs. actual offering) and nothing came of it.
Just know once you're on contract the customer service attitude is very much "deal with it". I let it go and was set up for autobill and things were fairly uneventful. The speed was acceptable but not impressive, and actually became particularly problematic during covid when we started work/school from home. When I called in about higher speed plans, I was told the highest offering for my address was 75/75mbps.
Here's the seedy part- when I went back online to check offerings for my location as if a new customer however, I still saw 50/50mbps as the best offering.The contradiction made me very leery about paying more for the additional 25mbps, so opted to stick it out on the 50/50 plan and fall back on hotspots when needed. Other than subpar speed, no issues with billing/service- that is, until it came time for us to move. As with past internet providers, I called well in advance of my final service cycle to schedule termination to fall on my move-out date. When I inquired about procedures, I was told repeatedly all I had to do is return my equipment and to expect a final, prorated bill within 30 days of service termination.
I was autobilled however the full amount of another month of service after termination and move out. This led me to call in and cancel autobill and reverse the charge, and was told again I would get one final prorated bill reflecting the shorter, terminated service period. Also, just an FYI because I very much wanted to make sure I was just charged the prorated amount, and not a full month only to wait months later for a credit/reimbursement, I've contacted Verizon 6 different times in calls/chats since my initial termination request. Calling is the classic sit on hold for 40min and possibly get routed to the wrong department.
Here lies the kicker again. Suddenly today, despite my service being disconnected, I get a brand new bill for a full month. Having been waiting on that final, prorated bill I naturally called in to figure out what was going on. Today I was routed to billing services in customer service. For the first time in all half dozen contacts, I was told there actually is no proration for termination of standalone internet services. I am expected to pay for a full month of service.
Rest assured, had I known that, I would had my service terminated on exactly the last day of my previous cycle and would have toughed it out via hotspot on my last couple days prior to my move out or something else. And I would not have wasted hours of my life on hold with different Verizon departments trying to work out my final bill.
When I explained that all previous contacts told me to anticipate proration, I was promptly told to read the terms and conditions emailed to me at the start of service and that I could be emailed those again (for the record, I double-checked my inbox for those T&Cs and were not emailed to me at the start of service, but that's beside the point). And then I was told my only option was to send a physical complaint letter to Verizon Executive offices.
I hope you can imagine how frustrated I feel by the whole experience- the inconsistent messages received from different departments (FYI, when I brought up how chat and phone reps previously spoken with confirmed my final bill would be prorated, these billing services reps just said those departments didn't know what they were talking about and pointed out my liability to carefully read the T&Cs as a paying customer).
In the end, I basically deduced and asked if all the hang up about proration was due to me having standalone internet service, which the rep confirmed was the case, because "discounts were for package customers". Personally, I don't consider proration- i.e., only paying for what you use- a "discount", but a reasonable right as a customer for any utility or service- it just makes sense.
So here I am, having never paid late or been a problematic customer, hours down the drain on calls/chats diligently working to ensure this termination would be smooth, stuck paying a full month for just 10 days of service. I just wish the very first rep I spoke with when I called about termination told me this one plain and simple fact. Instead, I'm first hearing about this loophole for standalone internet services and slapped with a full bill with no remediation but to write a letter. Yes, I feel frustrated and defeated. Thanks Verizon Fios for the kick on the way out.
Reviewed June 4, 2021
Before I get this started, let me just say two things. I think I've written a review 3, maybe 4 times, so this isn't something I'm accustom to doing because I'm not generally the guy to write bad about something unless it really feels shady. 2nd, there were very nice people throughout my experience with Fios trying to get my issue solved for an hour and a half. With that said, it's about to go down.
When we got the fios fiber optics internet we were sold a bill of goods. I did a good amount of research switching internets. We were a wireless house and our internet in our building was slowing more and more as we went on. We were with Optimum and they had us, after 3 years with their company, for slow internet and a rented router (something that wasn't told to us at the time) at a price a 1/3 more of what we were paying when we first got the service. We were paying $100 for the same internet they were selling to new customers for $40.
I found Verizon Fios and they were offering the fastest internet with a free router, and deals to boot (got echo and a camera w/ the new internet after switching to Verizon, just like the commercial says). When we got the internet, being sold by their rep, I was told there would be no obstruction to the internet in any capacity.
I asked if the internet would slow down if it was shared by other people in the building. I was told no. What I wasn't told was that if there are similar services in the building it can sometimes slow down your internet. I was told that I could use my phone outside within a block radius of my router and I would be able to connect to my internet at the same speed. What I wasn't told was this was a lie. Step outside the apartment and the internet vanishes.
I was told that there are no obstructions to the internet, not a wall, not a elephant, not a bus, nothing. The internet connects through the fiber optics wires so you're good. What I wasn't told is that if a wall or walls is in the way, even in a small apartment, your internet will slow down from room to room, sometimes not working at all. I wasn't told that the internet has a fifteen foot radius (obstructing walls included) which is what I was told by a supervisor after asking to compensated for an extender in order to actually have the "fastest internet around".
They said since we were offered a free router there's no way they can allow a free extender as well. Two things cannot be free under the same subscription according to Verizon, their system forbids it. The router is apart of the deal for becoming a new Verizon customer so their system is basically saying if anything else is wrong with their service, it is "impossible" to offer another deal. The extender they are offering can either be rented for $10 a month or bought for $200 outright. At a quick google search away I found the #1 rated Fios compatible extender on ** for $129.
Ultimately, fiber optics through the "#1 Fastest Internet Provider Nationwide" is the fastest internet available, IF, you don't have walls. And Verizon will do just about everything, including lie, to let you know that it's the "fastest internet around" to get you to buy their service. And when it comes to fixing the issue with a simple extender, Verizon will do everything in their power to tell you their limits.

Reviewed May 22, 2021
Not as advertised, has no range, Verizon offers an extender that absolutely doesn’t work and the speed was 5 G, I’m only getting 600 mb within the same room hence the rest of the house gets less than a hundred mb. Verizon promised that the equipment gets better only that it never did. My kids complaint of bad internet and slow which they couldn’t do their work online.
Reviewed May 3, 2021
Last week Verizon suddenly told us our plan had "expired" even though we've been paying every month for years. We were sent a new router but we were required to return the old router or else pay. Returning was hell on wheels. One store in Bowie Town Center said "Oh no, we only do wireless" and sent us to Upper Marlboro. The store in Upper Marlboro said we needed an appointment and made us wait and watch for a appointment appeared on our phone. Then, finally, after using two hours of our time, they took the old equipment. It's time to file an anti-trust suit against Verizon, in my opinion.
Reviewed April 16, 2021
My order was confirmed for "Most TV" which is the most expensive TV package. After 1 day of working about 140 channels included in the plan disappeared and message on the screen said "You are not subscribed to this channel". Screen said also "click Info" and after clicked message was "We found your order and you need to reboot STD", which I did and screen backed to "You are not subscribed". I called tech support and some Indian guy from Mumbai or Delhi told me that yes, I have "Most TV" but these channels are not subscribed to. I told him to look for channels again because I have list of these channels in Most TV package. Three different tech support people told me the same thing. Spent 3 hours on the phone with them.
Finally, they transferred me to a "billing" and billing dept. person told me that 'Yes, these channels are included in my package" and for about 2 hours they tried to restore them with no results. Lady tried to re-issue a new order (exactly the same) and these 140 channels didn't come back. Lady gave up and after spending 5-6 hours of my time I still don't have these channels, paying for the service meanwhile. Verizon trying to save money by using cheap labor overseas, India I guess and these people have no knowledge and worthless. That in time when because of COVID we have high unemployment in our own country. Also, if you have a problem and working during the day you have to take a day off, because service department hours 8AM-7PM and after that only Indian tech support which is worthless.
I just have 2 months of service, paying $230 per month and have only frustration. Oh, lady from billing department offered me $5 credit for my problems, like you give a quarter to waiter for a "good" service. Another problem, I ordered Gigabit Internet speed for $95 per month and when installed, in the room 10 feet away from the modem I had only 20-30 Megabit speed. They offered WiFi extender for $10 a month. Pure scam. I'm thinking to go back to cable. Was cheaper and better.
Reviewed March 27, 2021
Must say I am not happy with the new gigabit router! Does not have the extended range promised and your support staff is horrible, they blame each other and just pass the buck. Then to call into the call center means an hour on hold only to speak to a rude supervisor named Arthur. I would discourage anyone to get into a contract with Verizon, they will promise you good service then deliver nothing.
Reviewed March 27, 2021
While the packages are a better value than Comcast, their Customer Service is piss poor. Multiple calls to Customer Service to get them to honor the promotions I was offered when I signed up. Customer Service Manager basically told me "oh well" and nothing he could do to help. I pay for the most expensive TV, internet, DVR, etc. and have found the experience frustrating to say the least.
Reviewed March 3, 2021
If you lost internet and you may pray to God, wait to fix or dial 1800-837-4966 then go on vacation come back one 1 week later you will still hear.... "We are sorry all our representatives are still busy, you will hear music until your call is answered."
Reviewed Feb. 26, 2021
Since I switched to Verizon Fios there has been a constant upcharge of some sort every month. I would have to spend hours on the phone trying to reach someone to talk to and adjust over charges that would only get credited on the next billing. I am not sure if this is a trick to kept people from leaving but so far their false advertising, no customer service and overcharges is the worst service. I have never had this issue with Comcast. It’s an overall terrible service!!!!
Reviewed Feb. 24, 2021
It has only been 3 days since I have disconnected some of my service with FIOS and within 3 days of doing so, I have been getting 3 or more automated calls telling me to return my equipment. I understand that I have 30 days to do this even though I did plan on returning things right away since I always do so. I called the procurement number and was harassed by the representative there over and over again, stating that I had equipment to return to them. I kept telling her that I intended to return it right away but she kept going on as if I was a criminal and I was in court on trial. This nonsense has to stop. Verizon, reduce your cost and provide better representatives. There is NO excuse for giving Americans less. Stop the harassment!!!!
Reviewed Feb. 15, 2021
Made change to service which resulted in additional changes of channels I was not made aware of. After 7 representative and over 6 hours on phone for two days then hung up on, issue still not resolved. They said I had to wait another 24 hours because I requested too many changes in a short period of time. Finally got a corporate woman who made change immediately. So unfair and lack of concern of my time and no compensation offered.
Reviewed Feb. 15, 2021
I inadvertently converted my month-to-month contract to 24-month contract (after the original 24-month had expired and reverted to month-to-month). When I realize that all the discounts were gone, I tried immediately - next day, next day... for several days - all within 10 days - to revert to the month-to-month. When I finally got that to happen after much "ado", I was charged the buy-out fee of $350! This is to switch from Verizon FIOS contract (within 10 days of its being initiated) back to month to month - NOT moving to another ISP. This is just pure RIP-OFF!
Reviewed Feb. 8, 2021
Worst experience ever had with Verizon Fios internet because of following reasons:
- Their website never works.
- Support page don't work.
- Call back takes 2 hrs.
Reviewed Jan. 29, 2021
I call customer service dept 32 times but no help, this department is very rude and did not listen to my complaints. However I think the CEO need to know what's going on with the rude obnoxious customer service that have been given.
Reviewed Jan. 27, 2021
I have been with Verizon Fios since 2011-2012 when they first came to my area. When they actually cared about what they were selling, when the service was excellent and they were and they were on the top of their game. There wasn't another service provider in the New York State area that could touch Verizon. Customer Service was outstanding, repair installation all around excellent. It wasn't until other providers finally started to produce half of what verizon had to offer that Verizon decided to branch out. Now while I understand the world is changing and technology is advancing, but what needs to be learned is when something is not broke "DON'T FIX IT".
The automated service that runs test on your service when you don't need a test ran interrupting everyone who is watching tv or on the internet. Representatives telling you on it's your router. You need to update your router after they have looked at your account and tried to fixed the problem and couldn't, so you agree to rent the new router but once you get it you have another rep telling you on the extender you have is not compatible with the Fios new router. So now you have a dilemma. Get the new extenders or not. Verizon also offer extended warranty service on your TVs, phone, home entertainment, computers, etc. When I first purchased this I had no problem with the process to get my computer fixed.. Recently I had issue with my computer I was giving the run around and finally when I got a rep she put the repair in wrong.
A few days later my 65 inch tv stopped working, to avoid getting the runaround I decided to put in the request on line....big mistake. The my request was denied 3 times, however they were sending so many denial letters to my email that when they final approved the claim they were still sending denial letters that I went out and brought a new Tv and now the online service has been out in New York for over a week and what good is having out the home DVR when you try to watch something you recorded when you are not at home and you get the message you can't watch this due to copyright infrigement.
My 2 year agreement has expired and you keep sending me an email, however why would I sign a new 2 year agreement paying 22 dollars more for services that now are as good. I don't even want to get into the fact you no longer do emails since you purchased AOL. You have upgraded Aol to have the quality filters that were provided when you were verizon.net.. Any not using Verizon Fios you are really not missing out on anything. I have everything verizon offers and I used to brag about your services to everyone. Even encouraged a few to switch, now I wouldn't waste my time. Truly disappointed.
Reviewed Jan. 26, 2021
This company is horrible. It is nearly impossible to actually get through to talk to a human being, and when you finally do, their "customer service" staff are incredibly rude and unhelpful. Dealing with Verizon is a huge, roundabout, unproductive pain.
Reviewed Jan. 16, 2021
I feel like Verizon stole from me. I have a auto pay set up for $80 a month. But somehow they were able to take out $284 without my permission. I have been on the phone several times for more than one issue. Still not resolved anything. I have been paying for gig service but it runs like AOL. They told me it's because of my router. I was told it is 15 extra a month. That is why the service is slow. So why would you provide that router with gig if you know that would make the service slow. Why am I paying for gig service for. MAKES NO SENSE. I was never informed there was a new router until I called to complain.
So Verizon told me because of the inconvenience they would waive the fee and informed and me the supervisor approved everything. I have been waiting for the new router for weeks. I contacted Verizon to find out what is going on. Because of course why would they follow up to see if their 10 plus year customer issues was resolved or satisfied. Now they don't know nothing about it. Verizon opened a case but now it's closed. Never was informed of nothing. Worst customer service ever.
Reviewed Jan. 9, 2021
For one, they changed their tv guide. It's very slow and horrible to navigate. 2nd they sneak in a contract on you when getting replacement equipment for their horrible service, so when you are dissatisfied with them like I was they will charge you $450 to cancel for breach of contract. On that note I wasn't cancelling everything, just Television. I don't consider that breach of contract. Their service has gone to the dogs and they are borderline illegal..
Reviewed Jan. 9, 2021
I have used Fios for about 5 years. There service is excellent. I switched to Optimum for one day because they are cheap. Unfortunately, you get what you pay for. I immediately switched back to Fios. Lesson learned.
Reviewed Jan. 8, 2021
Verizon did a poor job with my move and installation and has missed numerous appointments they scheduled to fix the problem. I have spent hours on the phone with their automated systems and voice to voice trying to get service.
Reviewed Jan. 8, 2021
Great TV service + DVR, along with the fastest WiFi and internet access all wrapped up in 1 pkg. Tried Comcast, and learned their internet/wifi speed too slow for my comfort compared to Verizon FIOS. Convinced fiber optics is the better "vehicle" for tv/internet.
Reviewed Jan. 7, 2021
Awesome service and fantastic customer service...Never had an issue..Quality service..I would definitely recommend Verizon Fios to others...I had other competitive service and they can not compare to Verizon..Best customer service I have experienced..Friendly, professional staff..
Reviewed Jan. 6, 2021
These Verizon FiOS staffs are crooks. They cheated me out of a $99 charge after we made an agreement on Saturday, December 5th, 2020 at 8:31 AM to waiver the $$99.00 setup fee because my service (equipment modem) was already set-up by a technician in October. I disconnected it that month because I was barely home and called the representative to "re-activate" the line. After I was offered the promise to waiver the set-up charge by the representative, they mentioned on the phone that it will be annotated to protect my account from being charged. Shortly days later, after I received the bill. The $99 charge was still on my account, and I calmly called them back to apply the waiver. Suddenly, the phone rep says, "what waiver? I don't see an annotation of a waiver on your account, thus your $99 charge is sustainable, do you have any other questions?"
I explained to the rep to launch an investigation of the phone call records on the recorded line for December 5th, 2020. They refused and denied to investigate the phone records and decided to pick and choose the evidence to contend that there was no annotation on my account due to their own rep’s mistake and uses their own mistake to charge me for that set-up charge; it was the most horrible and disgusting treatment that I have ever seen. I was telling them that they are scamming me, but they continue to deny it and wanted to use their own evidence that they framed me for to take my money. It was disgusting and appalling, and is considered dishonesty.
If you can choose another internet company, please don't do business with Verizon Fios. They abuse the customer's trusts and lie to your face to take your money, the rep told me, "NO, WE DON'T INVESTIGATE PHONE RECORDS BECAUSE THOSE ARE LEGAL ISSUES." I responded, "Well, this is becoming a legal issue because you are cheating my money." The rep says, "Well, go take it to court then." That was the most unprofessional customer service and disgusting treatment I have ever endured; they are shams. They have no remorse for stealing your money and even after they apologized, they refuse to offer me the waiver and pretended like they never said it and denies the phone conversation ever happened, and talks to me like I’m crazy; it was cold and heartless. Only do business with Verizon Fios if you want to be scammed. They offer false promises and lie to you after they receive your order. My grievance was never resolved.
Reviewed Jan. 6, 2021
Great when it works. Reaching a live person at Verizon to report a trouble is nearly impossible. Add to that the double security passwords etc to gain access online adds minutes and frustration to every attempt. Even attempts to reach your Verizon router on myfiosgateway or 192.168.1.1 are blocked by all browsers because Verizon refuses to use a HTTPS secure certificate, unbelievable! Stopping a Verizon FiOS van on the street confirms even the installers are not exempt from this simple access protocol so they all use private workarounds.
Additionally, Verizon (per an unnamed installer) falsifies the speed check by only allowing tests from their network interface, not from the Router to the Net, to assure you see a speed in the high 900s. I worked for Verizon in various capacities for 27 years and even with insider knowledge I can't reach someone when I need assistance--their phone bots only allow contact for certain pre-specified conditions, never an "Other Issue" box to check to get a simple answer.
Reviewed Jan. 5, 2021
Absolutely the worst experience. Worst web design, worst customer service. The company always tries to rob you with unnoticed bill increases. You could waste your time to speak with customer service to get your issue fixed.
Reviewed Jan. 5, 2021
FIOS is good. Great signals. Sometimes problems and lose channel or channels. Too many wasted channels I will never watch. They finally got the programming correct so I don’t spend 10 minutes getting TV to work.
Reviewed Jan. 4, 2021
I have been trying to get a refund for my mother, when she cancelled her service after 30 plus years of never being late or missing a payment it resulted in hold times of 26 minutes or more just to be referred to someone who could possibly deal with the request. I was transferred once and referred once. We closed her account in September and still have not received the refund owed per her final bill. I'm sure if I wanted to open an account I would get instant service. We are not happy and I would give Verizon a failing grade for customer service to loyal customers.
Reviewed Jan. 4, 2021
Choices are limited in this area, and I've tried them all. So far, Verizon is much better overall--connectivity, reliability, service and pricing.

Reviewed Jan. 2, 2021
Verizon provides reasonable internet and cable service at a high-cost premium and with zero customer support. It is not possible to reach Verizon in the case of problems and they will rarely resolve issues quickly when they occur.
Reviewed Dec. 31, 2020
They are HORRIBLE with customer service! Every time we experience issues (and it happens quite often), whether it be on demand isn't working, trouble connecting to internet, phone problems, etc they are NEVER available to help. When they are available, it's after HOURS of effort trying to reach them! Disgraceful!
Reviewed Dec. 31, 2020
The premium channels, HBO, STARZ, etc., that cost extra, have little in the way of good movies. That goes for On Demand as well, unless you want to rent movies. Plus, their monthly charge is too high!
Reviewed Dec. 30, 2020
Great service, but the price is too high and it goes up monthly without notice and no explanation. The internet is really good, but there are times of the day it is very spotty. They need more plans more affordable and to begin thinking that the streaming services are taking a lot of their market.
Reviewed Dec. 29, 2020
Navigating is complicated and sometimes their service is not only not helpful but downright adverse: they do not apply discount and the differences in packages is not explained; breakdown of which one includes specific premium channels. You blindly choose and hope that you have the best deal.
Reviewed Dec. 28, 2020
Relatively good service - at least they aren't Xfinity (Comcast)! Only issues have is remote tends to stick on certain buttons even though try to keep it clean and the cost keeps going up - plus for no good reason they took away The Weather Channel for 2 years (it's thankfully back now).
Reviewed Dec. 27, 2020
Various contract options too complicated and feel like a "bait and switch" encounter. Fees and other charges aggregate over 20%, which is outrageous and need better disclosure in all ads. On a day to day level, whether turning the TV on or off, I generally encounter some type of advertising requiring further actions. This is especially annoying when turning the TV off.
Reviewed Dec. 27, 2020
They are a decent cable company. My only issue is with is the cost. Why so expensive? And who has the time to watch all those channels? They should have plans where you pick the only channels you want.
Reviewed Dec. 26, 2020
Fast speed and in general reliable service. When I am watching TV there is no problem with channels. Many times it is difficult to get a fast answer over the phone but I am still pleased with Verizon.
Reviewed Dec. 26, 2020
I went from Comcast to Verizon Fios, I remember that Comcast would always do work on Sunday afternoons when I would watch football. It was so frustrating. Why wouldn't they do upgrades or fixes on the weekdays when people are at work. Also the bill was extremely high. There are so many options for free tv now. All you need to internet. Say no to high bills.
Reviewed Dec. 25, 2020
I believe that Wifi should be Free for all citizens. The Verizon TV package is not a good value. Before, you pay for cable, but still see commercials, you pay for premium channels but Verizon wants you to rent or buy to see the laters releases.
Reviewed Dec. 25, 2020
Overall very expensive for basic service. A major pain point is the constant refreshing needed to be done after an upload. There are constant uploads with no advance notice. But no improvements to quality of performance.
Reviewed Dec. 18, 2020
Verizon switched plans without asking me. The cost is too high. Poor tech support service, computer voice response horrible. Store salespeople lie and are rude and I’m sure they get bonus for switching plans without informing customer.
Reviewed Dec. 14, 2020
My internet was too slow and too weak; I had many zoom meetings where people couldn't hear me and connection was dropped. Called tech support. Got a new router for $60. Still terrible. Got and installed a new router. $30. Still terrible. A week calling tech support, different people saying they fixed it. Not fixed. Couldn't get higher speed in my neighborhood in Manhattan because I don't live in the "right" neighborhood. Finally Fios came to my building. Paid for the highest speed possible. Now tv in my bedroom can't connect. It used to. A couple of days later, I discovered Verizon had changed the landline I use for professional work, family, doctors. Just changed it without my knowledge. Calls go to voice mail.
I discovered the new number by calling customer service and it asked if I was calling about the mystery number. I had a long chat, 2 hours, with online support but he couldn't help me because he couldn't call my old number. Why waste my time if you can't help?? Turns out, "due to COVID," offices are closed on the weekend, when I discovered the problem. So Monday, today, I called customer service. Got an idiot. I gave her my simple landline number 6 times. I gave her my long account number 3 times. She said I couldn't get my number back. I must. I ask for someone higher up. The line went silent. After 10 minutes, I hung up.
Then it took 45 minutes to get another live person! He was better; found my account immediately. He had to switch me to "customer service." Who was he then? He said it would be another long wait but I had to get to the hospital for a test. I scheduled a call back for 2, at this bogus number they gave me. I got the call at 2, but "all agents are busy assisting other customers." So why did they call me? I am on hold again. I have a life. I have work. I have a medical condition that requires doctor visits. Instead, I have put many weeks into calling Verizon.
They screwed it up. It is not on me. I need a few hundred dollars back for my time, pain and suffering. Here is what I recommend. If you want a landline as I do, stick with copper wire, not Fios, which goes down if there is a power outage. Get cable for internet. Costs much less and more helpful and it works okay. I finally got a ring after being on hold for 10 minutes, but there is no one there. After 10 minutes, I was finally connected to a recording in Spanish that I didn't understand. Then someone came on. She spoke some English. She has to transfer me to customer service!!!! What was I holding for all that time if it was the wrong department? Tech support. She said I should have pressed option 3. There was no option 3! Besides, this was a call back which should have been from the right department. Another whole day lost. I have much work to do, urgent work. Not resolved yet.
I am on hold again. They said it would be 35 minutes. The woman in tech support said she would get me to someone right away. Lies! Verizon is the worst company I have ever dealt with. Avoid Verizon at all costs. Don't believe technicians who tell you it is fixed. Don't believe them when they say will put you right through. Use cable.
Reviewed Dec. 12, 2020
My mother has been a Fios customer for about 5 years but she's moving and I decided to get internet and phone service for myself since I'm staying in the home. I also work from home right now using my computer which requires internet access. FiOS was supposed to be installed yesterday and they never showed up. Then they said they wouldn't be able to reschedule until Monday, which puts me in a bind for work. I didn't get much work done because of their screw up. I decided not to deal with them and going with Comcast instead.
Reviewed Dec. 12, 2020
Verizon Wireless is the only non-satellite ISP that is available to me - less than 5 miles N of a well populated town in heavily populated FL. I’m under 4 miles from one Verizon tower - under 5 from another. Their coverage map shows fully red/excellent coverage (now & 6 years ago when I started with them). The coverage has been decent at times - but many prolonged periods I've had near no/uselessly slow connections. Eg 15 MINUTES to complete an eBay purchase. Support is fairly useless. Some will try - others just blow you off. I’ve learned enough to ensure it’s not my eq before I even bother calling but I can only do so much. If you gripe long & hard enough Support tickets get created & they may check the tower SW. But the response to those is Always “eq working normally”. So you’re SOL.
Often things slowly get back to minimally acceptable/useable. Their latest conclusion is that 4 miles still isn’t close enough to a tower. 5G will at least upgrade the eq but no one has any idea when that’ll occur. Despite Verizon’s ads - 5G only functions in just a handful of extremely large cities. The rest of us don’t count & the coverage maps are pure lies - that there well aware of yet never change.... I’d go satellite or switch to any other provider if I could find any that weren’t also lying creations, but from all reviews it’s a common problem. You pay huge amounts of $ yet receive no guarantee or trial periods if it doesn’t function sufficiently. I’ve come to the disillusionment that ISPs are are all scumbags...
Reviewed Dec. 11, 2020
I feel it is very expensive but others seem to be also so have not much choice in the matter. Their service on the phone is terrible. Some are rude. It took me days and many hours of aggravation to get a billing error adjusted. This went on for approximately 10 months but it would cost too much to cancel my contract. In desperation I contacted the Corporate office which took several attempts and aggravation until finally I got someone to respond. I now do not have a contract and am looking at other offers available in my area before making a decision to change or not.
Reviewed Dec. 10, 2020
I would highly recommend Verizon Fios internet. I never have a problem with my service. I also have cable and landline with Verizon. If I ever have a problem with my cable tv, I called the tech department and I get it resolved immediately- the tech team is great. I tell my friends that have Spectrum or Time Warner to switch over to Verizon Fios if they are having problems with their service. I have been a customer of Verizon for 47 years and have no reason to change. Try them - you will be very satisfied.
Reviewed Dec. 9, 2020
I moved out of the US and requested to disconnect my internet services. I kept getting charged for three additional months after I officially submitted the cancellation request. I even got an email confirmation that my internet was disconnected. I called customer service five times to investigate why this was happening. Every time I was on the phone for 45 minutes and I had to explain everything to the agent. The agent was clueless and could not explain why I was being charged; every time the agent raised an investigation. I was promised that I would get a call from a manager, but I never got a call! In total, Verizon Fios ended up charging me an extra $400 for additional fees! This is a pure scam! Beware if you do decide to end your services.
Reviewed Dec. 9, 2020
Verizon is highly expensive for a limited connection that constantly disconnects me from my company's VPN. No good deals, discounts, or offers during this pandemic and customer services care less if I decide to switch to another carrier. I didn't bother to switch because I need the connection now so I can work from home and that is the advantage that Verizon has to keep their long term customers. Can't wait for this Pandemic to be over.
Reviewed Dec. 8, 2020
10+ year former customers here who will NEVER use Verizon Fios again! Because of COVID-19, my wife and I were without a home for nearly a year and had to live with her parents. We asked Verizon Fios to pause our service which they did. After 10 months, we were ready to move out on our own again. We called Verizon and set everything up for our new home. Then all of a sudden, we get hit with a $301.82 bill out of nowhere! We call and ask what this is about and nobody could tell us anything. Turns out, Verizon auto-activated our service without telling us and just started billing us. So we were being billed for a service that wasn't active, wasn't being used, and wasn't even installed anywhere!
We explained our situation with COVID and asked for them to remove this charge. They refused and basically said "rules are rules". So completely heartless. We said we would like to cancel the service and they just let us walk. Didn't even try to keep us as customers. We had been with them for 10+ years and had never missed a bill and they just threw us away like garbage and stole $300 from us. Avoid these people at all costs.
Reviewed Dec. 8, 2020
Not good at email system. Complicated structure. But good customer service. Be careful because they try to knock off people from commitment plans in order to up price by losing your recording. And their prices are unfair. 69.99 for new customers. 130 for regular customers. They keep going up and losing desired channels. I get just basics triple play and it works for me. It makes a secure reliable wireless.
Reviewed Dec. 6, 2020
It's a little bit confusion as to who the internet is run by, AOL or Verizon the service is not bad, every once in a while you may get some slow down where it can cause some connection problems but not too bad considering everyone is home now, support is good, they will stay until your problem is solved. Overall I give them a 7 out of 10 rating.
Reviewed Dec. 5, 2020
I'm paying too much for basic and wifi. The wifi is not as good as other carriers. A lot of times we get no bars and we have to reset. The wifi does not get good connections throughout the house. I'm paying for premium when it runs at a snail's pace.
Reviewed Dec. 4, 2020
They install only one piece of equipment but they charge for 2. Internet suck by the way and if any time you call a service to home it's a rip off. Good luck reaching someone on phone and when you try to explain they get rude. Cablevision
Reviewed Dec. 4, 2020
I am in the process of canceling my internet account with Verizon Fios as we are moving to a new location that Verizon does not service. We were told that we needed to send the router back or be charged a fee oft $180 for the equipment and were sent multiple emails about drop-off UPS locations with no information about needing a packing slip.
There was a link for "more information", which after click said we did need a packing slip to drop it off but no packing slip was provided in email. It said login to get a packing slip with either the Order number (Which I did and the website said "order not found") or log into your account (which I did and there is no packing slip available and no link to print one). It said call 1 800 Verizon when you do that he get the wireless Department and they stated they can help you and I can't transfer your call to the Fios side since I do not have a wireless account.
Spent an hour on the phone talking to Verizon Fios and was told we would recently email and they sent the same uses email without any packing slip information and just the length that does not work. Was offered an empty box to be mailed to me with the packing slip but I am not holding my breath that will ever show up. This is one of the world's largest telecom companies and they can't send a simple packing slip. The only obvious answer is that they're making it as hard as possible to do, just to make an extra $180.
Previously, One year ago we cut the cord and went to Wi-Fi only the created a dummy account that we do not have access to for a separate phone line and charged us 50 bucks month for the next 7 months for line but did not exist. We contacted them multiple times about these charges starting the first months that overcharged us and were told that there were correct this and refund our account and they never did. We had to contact our bank to make him stop charging us and still never were never refunded the money. Our bank asked us was asked if we had written confirmation that they made a mistake which of course Verizon would never send us as they said we would receive an email after each time we spent an hour on the phone with them about the same overcharging issues. This cost us an extra $350.
Reviewed Dec. 4, 2020
Overpriced, unreliable. Can't even reach customer service. I tried their Facebook page, but they are not helpful. I have their cell phone service bundled, and the phone often misses calls or sends them straight to voicemail.
Reviewed Dec. 3, 2020
Extremely reliable, good speed, reasonably priced, buffering rare. My only complaint is that it is always difficult to reach customer service by phone. They want you to use their website but that is not always useful.
Reviewed Nov. 30, 2020
On September a Verizon box outside my home (in the street) had a short circuit. I called Verizon and they came to fix it. Since then, they raised my monthly bill from $204 to $328 for charging me services I didn’t use. They say it’s a glitch in the system that is charging me 7 times/month for fixing a problem I didn’t even caused. They say they will create a ticket to have this reviewed but all stays the same and every month I have to call them to take it away.
Reviewed Nov. 12, 2020
You can never get anyone when there a problem with your service to report it for them to fix it. They have the worst customer service ever. Service is good. Customer service the worst. Don't waste your time with Verizon cause if there a problem with your service you will be waiting a long time to get someone to speak to about it.
Reviewed Nov. 11, 2020
More than five years ago, in Oct 2015 I had requested online to install Verizon FIOS at my apartment, but the technician could not install FIOS and left after spending 15-20 minutes. A month later, I got the bill for $128, I called and explained them that this incorrect billing as I never had the services installed, the billing department supposedly reversed the bill, but a year later, again I got this bill, and yet again, I tried to explain them this is the incorrect bill and rep told me they will zero out this bill. Five years later in June 2020, I received a letter from a Verizon collection agency, McCarthy, Burgess & Wolff, stating I owe $128, and yet again, I call Verizon and explained them and got it resolved.
In Nov 2020 (two days ago) when I tried to activate Verizon wireless phone line, again this bill of $128 showed up as an unpaid balance and for this reason my application was declined. I called Verizon, and they could not find this outstanding balance in their system, reps kept transferring me from one department to another and eventually advised me to call their collection agency McCarthy, Burgess & Wolff. The rep at the collection agency, told me I still owe this balance, because as per Verizon Policy "even if a person inquires about a services but has not actually subscribed or installed services, that person would still be billed". Not sure how Verizon can have this policy? Can you imagine if I open a business, and I bill everyone who would call to inquire about my services? I will be a billionaire in one year!
In summary, in the last five years I have made about 25 - 30 calls, spend about 20 hours to resolve this $128 outstanding balance, and each time I called Verizon, the bill was zeroed out, but it pops up again. I feel like Verizon is holding me against ransom. I wish there can be class action suit filed against Verizon and court should order forensic audit of their billing. Verizon is deliberately incorrectly billing their customers and incorrectly reporting it as delinquent account to the Credit Bureaus and sending them for collection at their discretion.
Reviewed Oct. 27, 2020
My bill was originally frozen before I needed to cancel and the 8 days it was "active" before the scheduled cancel, I was not even able to use the services. No one was able to come out and fix the outdoor line problems for the entire time it was "restored" and yet it was still on my bill. I must have called upwards of 10 times to sort out my final bill and every person I talked to gave me a different answer. They said it would be updated, they said they would call me to confirm and didn't and nothing was changed!
The last phone call I was on, the customer service rep just stopped talking. I could hear the office noise in the background and he just stopped responding. Confirmed no, nothing has been changed and this is the final bill and just left me on the line. The bill was also marked for service for an entire month after I had already returned the equipment. I asked multiple times, why does the bill say 10/26 when it should say 9/26 and no one was able to fix it or give me an answer. The customer service is an absolutely nightmare. I ended up paying the bill as is just to be done. Guess they got what they wanted.
Reviewed Oct. 22, 2020
I signed up with Verizon a year ago and I was having a technical problem. Verizon send a technician and they billed me $99 without repairing the issue. I called and spoke with Vlob & John. John is the most disrespectful, rude, dishonest, inconsistent supervisor ever. He has no customer service experience.
Reviewed Oct. 19, 2020
Our business bundle contract was renewed "automatically" at the end of its term and now we must pay a termination fee of 35% monthly fee times the number of months left on our contract. They said the notice that it will be renewed was on the bottom of the bill the month before. As a business that uses direct debit and paperless billing (which Verizon incentivizes with a monthly credit) we never look at our bills unless they are uncharacteristically low or high. This is a way to get more money out of their customers and their lawyers have written up all the answers to any questions asked to customer service. They said the FCC doesn't NOT allow this.
These terms are in the original contract (read fine print). Also, with business contracts it's common for different employees to take over handling of bills over years. It's a shady business practice that reaps them rewards and especially during COVID when people can't go to their offices or will have to get out of their contracts it's extremely immoral.
Reviewed Oct. 15, 2020
I have been contacting Verizon for 30 days- non stop. I have been on hold for 1-2 hours at a time. My phone line has been down and horrible WiFi. I cannot get anyone to assist and come out to help. On hold now. They take your monthly payment. With no customer service.
Reviewed Oct. 14, 2020
I am experiencing slow internet, frequent and sudden internet drops, and I can't change any of the settings. The Fios app gave me errors every time I tried to run the troubleshooters. After a struggle I finally got it to connect to an agent. The agent tried to sell me the newest router, as the old one was now out of date. Then, my phone, which had been on T-mobiles 4g LTE network, decided to connect to the momentarily available wifi which dropped me from the chat with the agent. Now I have no wifi, no agent, and no patience with a company that is clearly throttling older devices because they just released a new one. This company does not deliver on their promised speeds. I'm getting less than half of what I pay for on a good day now and they tell me that they have no reported outages. Most of the troubleshooters on their app don't do anything but bring you to a "Null" page. It's truly terrible service and Verizon doesn't care.
Reviewed Oct. 8, 2020
I turned my TV on and has a message to call them. I called and was informed my service was shut off for non payment. I said, "What are you talking about." They said I had a balance of 487.00. I said how a payment was made September 1st. They confirmed that it was and said, "You have an outstanding bill for 487.00." Somehow 135.00 month bill is now 487.00. The morons at Fios can't even give the same amounts. The 1st moron said 270.00. The second said 487.00.
Reviewed Sept. 29, 2020
(we need the internet obviously). We have received a new set top box... Still didn't work. Next we received a router. Still didn't fix the problem. Yesterday we had the outdoor box replaced... Ok cool. It works now. I was told to contact when problem was resolved for a substantial credit for services not working.
As for a credit $7.66. First it was 7 days lost service. Now they are saying 9 at a 10.00 credit. Think it's time to switch from Verizon? Terrible customer service and I feel kind of robbed. I have been switched from department to department a dozen time. They have completely disconnected from chat multiple times. I'm not asking for 5 months of bills to be credited. We did use the internet everyday, but come on Verizon. That is an insult.
Reviewed Sept. 26, 2020
Verizon FiOS and the Covid-19 pandemic. In our 55+ community I wanted to be the first to sign up for Verizon FiOS so I applied over the internet in early December. The advertised rate was $39.99 per month & order online to waive the $99 setup charge. So I placed my order and this is when hell began, surely not the free Disney offer suggested.
The technician arrived and installed FiOS. He agreed that I met the conditions for the free setup; but not the billing department. Upon speaking with them I learned that I was being charged for setup; and there was a host of other items included in my first invoice, added and subtracted to equal the $39.99. When I saw this and was unable to remove the setup fee I immediately cancelled Verizon FiOS without ever using the service. Calling Verizon is an experience I don’t wish on anyone. Usually there is a 45 minute wait and multiple levels of verification. The agents you speak with have no authority to deal with your issue and I have never been called back. Asking to speak with a manager is near impossible.
Since I closed the account without ever using any service I expected there would be no issues, how wrong I was. First it took Verizon two months to finalize closure; billing me for the unused service for the entire period. Next Verizon started calling me at 8 AM every morning demanding payment. Now they have sent the bill to a collection agency. I have spoken on several occasions to a representative Shantaie G., Executive Relations Manager, with no positive outcome. Please tell me if anyone has had a similar experience: **. Thanks.
Reviewed Sept. 24, 2020
I am still in shock. I disconnected my Fios account in Essex MD in May 2020 and moved out of state. My balance was 86.00, final bill. Could not return equipment because of covid. Finally on a trip back to Essex MD, my husband dropped off the box and equipment, in Sept 2020. I got a bill for $352.35!! They say because I didn't stop service until September! The rep didn't believe me that service ended in May!!!
Reviewed Sept. 21, 2020
I originally tried to contact customer service and was told I would be called back in an hour. Three hours later the phone rang. Then I took the time to set up an appointment. The phone rang on time, then I was put on hold for over 30 minutes before I hung up. Horrible!
Reviewed Sept. 21, 2020
I placed an order through mobile app - Verizon Fios for change of service (move service to be address) 13 days before change - I got confirmation on mobile (have screenshot), before few days when I called and make sure they said order not there and I’m using app. It’s my problem if their system does not show order it seems. Now I end up creating new order and that still failing and called support again. They helped me but I did not get same offer as a internet user (have screenshot of that too). And top of that support said it will take extra week as new order and now I need have family/friends stay at new home with extended vacation or leave early due to no internet. Never use Verizon Fios app as you won’t get support.
Reviewed Sept. 18, 2020
1. You will be tossed between the sales team and tech support team for NO reason. Every time I called Verizon customer service number 1 (800) 922-0204, it has been the same situation. You probably should block your calendar for the whole day to deal with an issue that no one will own or take time to understand. 2. A salesperson complained about the tech team and asked me exactly what can she do :)? And DISCONNECTED the call!! All my experiences with FIOS customer care/tech support shows that they are either not trained to deal with customers or are not skilled enough to troubleshoot issues.
3. I was told that downgrading my speed may help with my internet issue. And I believed the tech support person so agreed for it, and the downgrade happened instantly. Then when the issue was not related to speed. An order was put by tech support to upgrade the speed. The upgrade never happened (after 7 days). Moreover, I was charged more for no reason related to troubleshooting fixes recommended by the tech support that ultimately was unnecessary (need for FIOS router, etc.).
4. Now, I am on the call with tech support again to ask why the speed has not been upgraded? (Last night, while on chat the sales team told me to call tech support as they saw no issue with my speed). After 30 mins on a call with tech support, I was told that I will be forwarded to the sales team as tech support doesn't have the tools to fix the issue. After 2 hours on being the call, neither the sales team is available and nor is the tech support person's manager available to talk. I am at the mercy of the tech support member who is patient enough to not disconnect the call... until now. 4. Finally, my verdict is the customer service/ tech support team is WORSE than COMCAST. At least Comcast does not do petty things like hanging-up on you, not trying to understand the customer issue, etc.
Reviewed Sept. 15, 2020
I wanted so bad to have a good experience with Verizon FIOS. I switched from COX after 20 years. I actually had good service with COX but they kept raising the price. FIOS had a deal too good to pass up. They were so easy to get in touch with prior to the switch over. Once I switched and had a problem with one of the boxes I had to call customer support. Hours on the phone, no call backs as promised etc.. While on hold for over an hour I tried the online chat support which was slow as well. Eventually someone answered the phone, and gave me opposing information from what the Chat person said. I did schedule someone to come out between 12 -2:00. Of course they did not show. I dread calling back to reschedule because it becomes an all day thing. Get it together FIOS. For years you sent me offers, and had people knock on my door to get me to switch. It's much easier to keep a customer than get a new one.
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2020
Worst customer experience ever. Would not even give one star but had to since it was the only option. Placing a new order is a nightmare especially when you are talking to someone with a thick accent. When you get past that phase, you get to know that there is no Fios availability - despite the Verizon website confirmed availability for your address. Now calling a tech to install the fiber optic is another nightmare as the customer tech rep cannot do that because their end of the system does not let them do so. So cancelling and reordering is the only option.
When you get to that point of reordering you find out they have listed your phone no. wrong ... and not just by one or two digits, the entire phone no. is listed wrong. On top of everything, they set up the payment ahead of installing the service. They do not let you use your credit card. You have to set up your debit card or bank acc. info. Although the payment system enlists credit card as one of the payment options. Worst service, worst company, worst customer service so far I have experienced...and I had internet services from the third world countries I visited. Absolutely hate Verizon Fios!! Better to go for any alternative I would say!!
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2020
I been with Verizon for over ten year, back in April during Pandemic I was on line, saw Comcast has promotion in which most of my are IT and they prefer Comcast internet because the speed more stable for streaming than Verizon and I compare the price and speed with Verizon. Their window pop up from Verizon customer service for chatting, he offer me will increase my speed for the same price plus sign up auto payment take $149 off for insulation, but will have Verizon tech to come in to just the wiring, since I been with Verizon over ten year waive $149.
After 2 month waiting for Verizon tech come l and told me they reduce staff because Pandemic 19, every time I call wait time 45 minute to 1 hour or get hang up, Today I called billing customer check why they did not just my bill now. They told me different story that will adjust after the Verizon tech came which I been waiting for months since April. I ask to Manager. It got worst. She told me I will be charge $149 and does not have any record when chat with Verizon customer. DO NOT CHAT WITH VERIZON.
This lady introduce her self Donna manager and I ask her ID. She would not tell, and she told me I need to look at the actual bill. I need to download pdf. I believe Verizon hire this individual work at home. She sound like a cheap salesmen. No customer skill. Verizon corporation needs to clean up they staff and follow up with customer, not to keep customer, it is not going to work. Now 3 days prior my installation (a just a wiring because I am already have Fios) Thief now I being slam $149. I will shop for another internet provider.
Reviewed Aug. 14, 2020
I have been trying to get thru to Verizon for several days. Currently, I am on hold for 1 hour 42 minutes after getting a rep who had to switch me to a different department. Over the 12 years we have had Verizon, it has been one frustrating situation after another as our bill increases. The service is horrendous and the few times I have been able to get to a rep it's just exhausting as they read from their scripts trying to upsell. Most of the time I use the online app but I cannot due to my account or adjust the plan online. For the fees they charge, the service is nothing more than a scam.
Reviewed Aug. 10, 2020
On 08/10/2020 I was not able to reach someone at the Tech Support Dept. with long wait times more than 39 minutes on the line without success. Every time I called back and speak to a live customer service representative I was offered to have someone to call me back at a later time, when transferred to that option it was just getting disconnected.
My frustration is not just the network, Wi-Fi not working properly, but the Live Representatives are not understanding us the consumers frustration of not getting the service we deserve and I pay every month on time since I have the autopay already set up from when I first started with Verizon. The automated system runs test while on the line but later we lose internet, and Wi-Fi. They don't offer alternatives, I suggest they should at least provide a one time courtesy credit and then keep the services, and if it still happens without success or any change then I should have the right to cancel the service without an early termination fees being imposed.

Reviewed Aug. 9, 2020
I was transitioning to another carrier and didn't ask to be put in another contract and when I called to cancel I was advised that I was in a contract and had to pay $300.00 or my bill would go to collections. Spoke with the manager also and couldn't get a decent solution. I will never come back to Verizon Fios. They are too expensive and their customer service is not the best - they didn't even try to get me to stay with them. So long!!!!
Reviewed Aug. 9, 2020
I have used FIOS as a service for over 2 years now. We have enjoyed a good relationship until now. It is sad that FIOS chose to double bill me for a period during the Covid lockdowns and since then sent the claim to a collection agency without prior notice to me or even trying to reach out to me to sort out their issues. Clearly the company has leadership issues. I am looking for another service provider.
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2020
We have been Verizon Fios customers for a while. We upgraded our internet connection few months ago to gigabit (2 people working from home). We have experienced lot of issues and can't get a live person to speak with. I have called several times. Their automated online system only has few options to report. The chat option has very long wait times or the system kicks you out. I was waiting almost an hour on Friday to talk with support and online chat kicked me out. I decided to call right away 8am the next morning when they opened 95 minutes later I gave up. Least Five houses in our block has the same problem with Verizon Fios. The internet connection drops constantly and the speed is very low. Today I tried to watch a movie and got a message that the broadband speed is too slow and I need to watch the movie later. So, I am paying for a gigabit and technical support and I don't get either.
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2020
I cancelled my service with a balance of $200. Verizon said it was okay to make payments. When the balance was down to $50 and two days before I paid the last $50, unbeknownst to me at the time, they reported the $50 balance to the credit agencies. In my conversations with Verizon after the fact, one of their representatives actually left me a voice mail agreeing that this matter should not have “ever hit” my credit report since I was making payments as agreed. It was apparently done by an automated system. As he also stated in the saved voicemail message, the representative recommend to his supervisors that the negative information be removed from my credit report, noting among other things, my excellent payment history over the years I was a customer. His supervisors nonetheless REFUSED to follow their own employee’s recommendation or assist in any way.
Based on their own admission and all the facts in this case, Verizon has violated multiple provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, including, but not limited to, 15 USCA sections 1681(a)(7)(A)(i) & (ii) and 1681(a)(1)(B). Stay away! Just look at all the negative reviews. They have ruined people's credit even during a worldwide pandemic!!!
Reviewed Aug. 7, 2020
For a company who charges as much as they do, it's amazing how many hoops you have to jump through in order to get an actual person on the phone! Strange though, lol when I finally said I was canceling my account, they were able to transfer me to a live person asap! I spent half of my only day off being put on hold and forgotten about, being given wrong information and re-routed through an automated system that doesn't work. As soon as I find a company that I can purchase internet only services from, that's decent, I will never give Verizon another dime.
Reviewed Aug. 6, 2020
I took Verizon FiOS internet and after a week internet not working and I am trying to reach customer care since 10 days. I schedule cal back and I got call back after one days. When they call me. They said wait some representative will soon come. I waited for more than 60 min, no response. This happen two times. Still I am struggling to contact them.... Horrible and complete frustrating service.
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2020
I signed up to this site solely for the purpose of rating this app. I refuse to believe that Fios app has the 4.5 rating that it depicts on its site and I am just so tired of these dishonest and untrustworthy reviews. I have been a Verizon customer for over ten years. I write this review solely about their app. You CANNOT watch your shows without experiencing some sort of error message that kicks you out of the program. I have experienced this issue now on three iPads I have owned and now on my Samsung tablet. If you are lucky enough to access any of your dvr programs, as soon as you try and fast forward and/or rewind there will be some fatal error. I despise this app and am sickened at the fact that I spend $200+ /month and can’t watch a frickin show while I work out.
Reviewed July 31, 2020
Apparently now instead of just turning on the internet over the phone, they have a policy to increase the risk of their customers and their techs of getting covid by requiring their customers and techs to be within 6 feet for something that could be done over the phone. They have decreased call hours instead of increased call hours to increase the chance of their other employees to getting covid. Logically any company would increase call hours and have most people work/do their job from home and the ones that had to go to work would spread out between offices and cubicles keeping 6ft apart. Instead they decrease call hours to increase exposure, sounds rather backwards. They increase your risk by requiring you to be within 6 ft of someone who travels.
Reviewed July 31, 2020
The grass is not greener, you would only come face to face with true incompetence when signing up with this company. The only reason to switch is to only gain an appreciation for what you already had. Customer service, false advertisements and their techs are the fall of the company. It's on day 4 with no connection and it is allegedly due to a bad installation done to a neighbor.
My story is I was in the middle of a transaction online and everything was working fine that afternoon until I heard banging in my lobby/hallway, so I check and it's just Verizon "doing repairs". Ok, I think nothing of it and realize my connection should come back as soon as the job is done. Nope, that was not the case, I see him packing up to leave and I explained to him what happened that I have no connection and that it's an odd coincidence that as soon as he starting working my connection goes out. He denies the possibility and refuses to investigate or check his work, also says he can't due to not knowing my terminal number.
So, ok fine, I call and make an appointment for a repair tech. Day of appointment, tech doesn't call or show and I see my ticket closed before the repair window expires, despite I even gave a backup number a few hours before the window with a rep in chat, just in case because I knew something was up due to the "track my tech" not updating and was grayed out. So when I did I finally saw the location of the tech and he is in New Rochelle but that didn't last long. Ticket was closed minutes later. I got concerned. I call, I spent about close to 45mins waiting to get a rep finally to confirm tech isn't showing and it's due to "the reason for close ticket and they stated that No Access To Sub (Cus was not there). No answer @ Reachable number." Yet no one called on the call logs from a number starting "855" or anything from verizon.
The only contact from verizon was two "robo texts" asking if someone in the household had covid, which I responded to with a NO. Me saying this Once should've sufficed, but I digress. I believe the tech just didn't want to drive from New Rochelle to the bronx, most likely due to fear and or laziness. Saying I was not there is a flat out lie because he never left his county and 2, no call was ever made on any of the numbers provided because I have proof in my call logs which I would be very happy to share with his supervisor.
So from that I ask to make a official complaint or try to get someone to complete the task on the same day or next. Nope you cannot do neither. You cannot directly speak with anyone from dispatch or any supervisors whatsoever and have to wait for tickets to "close internally". There is no complaint center, email or call number on their site. Only thing that comes close to that is "app feedback" on the app, but this is more of a feedback tool for the app and not a complaint department to actually get a problem rectified during a transaction. This ordeal will not get investigated, I just have to eat crow instead. So I am left during the pandemic without any service, and forced to activate phone wireless services to tether to my pc. But, hey! That bill comes right away, no problem, no delays and YOU better pay unless you will be charged hefty late fees.
In Conclusion. I am out, I am done with verizon and will most likely be going back to my previous provider. It's been lackluster at best with verizon, since the very beginning. Along with shoddy sloppy installation in my home, lack of proper communication, professionalism and transparency as a whole. My previous provider had its issues, but when it came a time there was a service outage, rain or shine the problem will get fixed and I had service back in a matter of hours not even needing an appointment as long as it was an outside issue. So props to those workers working late hours fixing a stupid wire just so we can go about our strenuous days.
Reviewed July 30, 2020
So....being a long time Verizon customer I did the call back feature to get assistance to replace a Set Top Box.. Left a number to call back around 11Am.... Got a call around 4:58 pm just to get put on hold for 2 min and hung up on.. Office closed at 5pm... Horrible Company PERIOD.
Reviewed July 30, 2020
Verizon ran temporary line (500ft) that runs from my property to my neighbor's property to connect the network cable outside of my neighbor house. There are children that plays in the street and can easily hurt by tripping over the cable. I informed Verizon tech but no concerned showed. We have been having issues with our Verizon service for over a month now. My wife and I spent over 20 hours on the phone past few weeks waiting, due to "longer wait times" only to be told someone would have to come out to fix our service. Last 3 repair schedule was no call/no show. I waited again on the phone over 40 min and was on hold for 10 to 15 min and representative hung up (happened few times with other represent). I'm not sure what to do at this point. Under the current circumstances, I am working full-time from home. This is now costing me time and money.
Reviewed July 29, 2020
We have been having issues with our Verizon service for over a week now. My wife and I spent over 6 hours on the phone waiting, due to "longer wait times" only to be told someone would have to come out to fix our service. We waited again on the phone and were told they would have to call us back. We have now been waiting since 1000 AM this morning. It is now 5:30 PM and still no call. Under the current circumstances, I am working full-time from home. This is now costing me time and money. Still waiting. DO NOT USE VERIZON. We also found out that when your contract ends and they switch you to month to month, they do not tell you that they stop your line maintenance service and if you have an issue, YOU have to PAY.
Reviewed July 28, 2020
Don't sign up for FIOS at more than one address. I just spent 1 hr 53 min talking to eleven (!) customer reps to get my second account set up. Same customer, same name, some contact phone number, same billing info. But Fios makes you create two separate accounts. And you have to use two different browsers, because the cookies keep pushing you to the old account.
If Fios ever reads this: first, please allow one customer to have FIOS service at two addresses - don't you want to make it easy for happy customer to buy more of your services?; second, please explain all this to your customer reps, because it shouldn't have taken 1 hr 53 min; third, how can I use the FIOS app on both accounts (I don't think I can).
Reviewed July 21, 2020
I got a Verizon internet service for my mom and they are trying to rip her off. They first told her she will be getting a free installation and they still charged her for that in her monthly bill. We returned back their equipment and they still charged her for that. We set up auto pay and they still charged her a discount they said she will be getting. When I called to have it corrected, they told me the customer rep who said she will be getting those discounts and waive fees did not note it down.
When I requested to speak to a supervisor they told me they have no records of the conversation between me and the customer rep so it does not hold. So Verizon is telling me they don't keep records of the conversation we have with their customer representative. This is stealing at the highest level, ripping off an old lady. Amongst their incompetence is waiting in line for days to get their customer service to talk to. I am so so so so disappointed in verizon. This big company can do better than give these flimsy excuses. Ripping off an old lady. Not fair. Not fair.
Reviewed July 13, 2020
We are former Cox customers, we decided to try Verizon again. We left verizon because their phone help was horrible. Long phone wait, with horrible service. We are trying Verizon again, and right away, we are not happy. We were charged an initial set up fee for 99 dollars. They let us know after the fact, that we could have saved this fee if we registered online. This change could be a big mistake.
Reviewed July 12, 2020
On the TV one day it offered a free upgrade for $1.03 monthly. Subsequently the monthly bill increased by 40 dollars. Tried to call and got transferred 4 times than hung up on. Went to the "chat box" and was told the billing could not be adjusted on a weekend. Overall wasted a lot of my precious. It looks like a classic "bait and switch" followed by lots of work to have it undone.
Reviewed July 7, 2020
Our internet went down in the evening on 6/27. We decided to wait until the next morning to call it in and scheduled the earliest appointment slot we could, which was 2 days later, on 7/1. The internet worked for half a day, and then broke again, but the ticket was already closed by this time. So we had to schedule another appointment, and we chose the earliest we could on 7/4. On the day, just a couple hours before our appointment, we get the call that they don't have enough people that day and needed to reschedule. So I let them reschedule us to 7/6 evening from 5-7PM.
A different technician arrives at 8PM and then says it's too dark to fix things and that someone will work on it in the morning. In the morning, I chat with Verizon, and they get in touch with the local dispatch, and turns out the dispatch supervisor doesn't seem to know anything about this case. Now we are scheduled for another appointment on 7/10 and I am worried that they again might not be able to fix it.
It is really annoying that it seems like there is no communication between the different techs, and every time they send someone different and we have to explain everything from the beginning. Also, we have been with Verizon over a decade and we were paying $44.99 for 50/50 when it looks like new customers get 200/200 for $39.99 and Disney plus. Really feels like they don't care about long term loyal customers and use us to fund these special promotions.
Reviewed July 2, 2020
Verizon Fios is the WORST, well, I know Spectrum is worse but Verizon lack of customer service is just as bad! I moved to Williamsburg, Brooklyn 3 years ago and had only 2 options, Verizon OR Spectrum. Obviously I chose Verizon (even though I'd switched cell service to ATT 10 years ago because Verizon reps and customer service was bad then). Three years ago they sent out an incredible installer, everything worked great :). However when I moved apartments (within the same building), they sent out an extremely obnoxious installer whom I wanted to throw out of my apartment. I called customer service and complained and did receive (after 2 hours on hold) a rep who apologized for the installer.
Thankfully I'm leaving NYC in 10 days and now I have to wait an undetermined time to speak to a Verizon Rep ("you will be telephoned sometime today"). WTF does that mean? It means that Verizon truly doesn't care about customer service in a prompt and friendly manner. I telephone Con-Ed and immediately spoke with a rep to have my electrical service shut off on my move out date.
Update July 2, 2020, I was finally able to find a 1-844-837-2262 customer service number from a verizon a Chat rep. Yes, the number isn't listed on their "contact us" page. I call and speak to a very nice rep in the Philippines. I need to show proof that I'm moving to an area that doesn't have verizon fios coverage (thank God). I have to upload "Proof" that I'm moving there at a Verizon website otherwise they'll charge me $144 cancellation fee. In addition because I'm cancelling July 12 vs before the end of my billing cycle (July 2) Verizon will charge me the full month of $117. They won't prorate this bill. ONCE AGAIN VERIZON FIOS IS HORRIBLE. THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE IS VERY HARD TO REACH AND THEIR BILLING PRACTICES ARE SHAMEFUL. Buyer Beware.
Reviewed June 22, 2020
Verizon service will keep billing you even after you end the service. Beware. Keep a record of every time you call them to cancel because they lie about dates, I even sent my box back UPS, and they said that I didn't cancel even days after that, trying to explain to the representative then how could I have the UPS information if I canceled after I already sent the box back.
Reviewed June 9, 2020
Moved the service, returned the equipment. Waited whole day for installation, Tech Did not show up, no emails, no text. Then Customer service: Oh we cant install until unknown date but Dec 2020 is probable Date! Really you want me to wait for 6 more months until tech can come out! Then called to cancel the pending order, after 8 hours on phone and chat time wasted was able to cancel PENDING order. Then old Account is activated so spent another 4 hours on chat line and phone to cancel the old account! Also I got bill for not having service!! Really what was month to month service for. Your equipment is back, your service is not active, you cant even install new order, still send me bill for. VERIZON NEVER EVER AGAIN IN MY LIFE.
Reviewed June 2, 2020
We have been with Verizon for 2 years, and pay for the following services; Landline, 1 Gig Internet, Cable package and Cell phones. Verizon cell service has never been good in our Chevy Chase neighborhood, so Verizon provided us a cell booster for our home that works off our Verizon internet service. This helped but our cell service is still not great.
We have had no issues with our other services until 13 days ago. Our internet services stopped working at 11 am on Thursday June 21st, then our landline and then our TV service stopped. Of course, when the internet stops then our Cell phones completely stopped working in our home also. Over the last 13 days I have called Verizon 18 times we had three techs come to our house (the first two could not come inside due to Covid) and they have still not figured out why their services do not work at our house. The area manager Josh ** does not return calls. If anyone has ever called in to an internet/phone/cable service provider, you would know how very frustrating and very time consuming it is. I have found Verizon’s on-line social media support to be incompetent, management ineffective and indifferent. The last tech just left yesterday with any of our services.
Verizon has left my family vulnerable, with no access to calling emergency services should we have a need, our alarm system depends upon our phone line so is useless without it and no one at Verizon cares. This has interrupted my children’s schoolwork that is now all online, my wife and I’s ability to work. We have now ordered services from Xfinity. Due to the monopoly Comcast and Verizon have on our market I am not very hopeful it will be much better. The DC Government has done a disservice to its residents by allowing this market monopoly.
Reviewed June 1, 2020
I was a customer of Fios, I called up to move my service however due to the location they were not able to provide at the time. I called to disconnect and was advised that the contact penalty would be credited back once I returned the boxes.... Well now they charging me $260 dollars... Supervisors take no responsibility.. That’s after 2 days of calling... utterly pathetic customer service. Worst I ever saw or dealt with.
Reviewed May 23, 2020
Verizon FIOS has horrible Customer Service - they don’t care about the customers and ruined my credit when I cancelled service over $50.00. My final balance was $200.00, they said it was fine if I made $50 payments. I made three payments and right before I made the 4th, in violation of our agreement, they reported my unpaid $50 to the credit agencies. I called Verizon several times and they couldn’t care less and refused to do anything about it, but were happy to tell me it would remain on my credit report for 7 years - even though the balance at that point was $0. Wanted to buy a house, but interest rate went way up thanks to FIOS ruining my credit (over $50), making the interest rate on a mortgage go up substantially and resulting in the new house being unaffordable. Delete Share
Reviewed May 15, 2020
Mom died... She had two cable boxes and phone... I moved in house.. Wanted to cut off one box and phone.. Told me I couldn't and I would have to continue Paying her $210 bill instead of getting $139 everyone else pays.. I'm canceling as soon as Philly reopens.... What a disgraceful company.
Reviewed May 13, 2020
My family and I I have been a Verizon customer for over 20 years, both with Verizon Fios and Verizon Wireless. I moved in November, and called to let Verizon know that I would be ending my service. The person I spoke to confirmed I was now cancelled and gave me instructions to return my equipment. I did so, but noticed that I was still being charged a month later. I called back in and was told that no cancellation was put in and that I owed that month's bill. I asked them to conduct an investigation, because again, I am a Verizon wireless and Fios user, and they refused. Since my account was cancelled, I still had a remaining balance. As I worked to dispute the claim, my (now closed) account was put into collections, because it was closed with a balance.
My account was put into collections on 4/1, during the most chaotic time of the global pandemic. I received no emails that my account would be going into collections and to add to that, the amount that was listed in collections is more than I owed. I called Verizon's recovery and collections department several times to try to resolve the issue, and was met with attitudes, several failed call backs, and even at one point a fake email address. I paid the account balance on 4/15, not because I agree that I owe it, but because I didn't want my credit to continue to be harmed. Verizon didn't have the decency to even process that in a timely fashion. So over a month later I have no resolution, and a mountain of headaches. I will never give Verizon another dollar from my pocket.
Reviewed May 9, 2020
This review is for my experience with using Verizon Fios (internet only). This horrible experience started when I signed up for Verizon Fios back in December 2019, right away I experienced connection issue with one of my devices. Contacted support, spent hours trying to fix the issue, then I was told that the problem could be my router that I purchased outside of Verizon. Went to the Verizon store nearby and bought the Verizon Router. However, even with the Verizon Router the issue still existed. So I returned the router the following day.
An hour or so after returning the router my internet service was DISCONNECTED. I contacted the support via chat, and I was told when I returned the router It must have triggered the disconnection order and to get the service back I had to open a new account. When I called to get my service back I was transferred several times before I finally got someone who really tried to understand the issue and was able to help me.
Then a few weeks later received a bill from the old account charging me for the router I've returned. I have setup the automatic payment through my bank. So I called Verizon to ask for full refund, but the rep I spoke to was rude and insisted she would issue a refund but minus the tax. So I contacted my bank to reverse the charge, and I was able to get my money back. However, the following month they billed me again. Called customer service again, the rep was apologetic and she said she would cancel the bill and I could just ignore the bill.
The following month, I was billed again, so called again, the rep reviewed the account and said he would reverse the charges and also said that I was owed money for the early termination of the service when it was triggered when i returned the router. He even scheduled a follow up call, and he did the follow up call and assured me everything was okay and the refund was on its way. One month later, no refund and bill showed up again and today I found out I was reported to Experian. 5 months later still dealing with this, many hours wasted, and now negatively impacted my credit score.
Reviewed May 8, 2020
I called Verizon Fios several times in 2020 and every time I have been lied to by their customer service representatives. I spoke with a supervisor by the name of Mr. ** on 02/03/2020 and he promised me a new plan with a rate of $226.94 per month. My bill has never been $226.94. Every time I call to complain I get the run around and am told some difference reason for why my bill is not $226.94. I would not recommend Verizon Fios for your internet/cable/phone needs. They will lie to you to get you to sign up and then treat you poorly.
Reviewed May 8, 2020
This company is an absolute joke! Be warned, if you can get service through another provider, you are better off. The customer service you will receive through Fios is a nightmare. It took me 6 hours to get an order placed, having to use online chat, their website, and their customer service line. Multiple orders ended up getting placed because they couldn't figure out what they were doing.
Finally, after 6 hours, I had an order they were able to successfully get to go through. I receive an email the next morning notifying me of my install date with a 2 hour window. Then, 2 more days later, (3 days before install date), I receive a call notifying me that they are cancelling the appointment and would have to call me back with a new date. Absolutely ridiculous!! At this point, I cancelled my order. Why should I even start service when this is how it starts off. Hopefully enough people will voice their experiences to get enough people away from this company so they can go bankrupt!
Reviewed April 27, 2020
Incompetent in the extreme, useless, liars who almost always will leave you after a service call worse off than when you started and they think they can wipe it all away with "I'm sorry" after "I'm sorry". Scary to say am going to switch to AT&T for phone and DirecTV because these jokers are consistent at being awful to deal with. Wireless regularly disconnects from router, and the fixes are worse than accepting the problem.
Reviewed April 27, 2020
I have been a long-time user of Verizon, first with my landline then with internet. I have had nothing but problems - a lack of reliability with their internet service. I have been on the phone to their customer team in India I don't how many times; I have had technicians look at the problem first hand, tinker with this or that and pronounce the problem as solved for ever more. Verizon seems completely oblivious to my needs and now looking at other providers but fear that I may be jumping from the frying pan into the fire. I suspect there are not Great and Wonderful and Reliable providers just average to poor service providers. Sad.
Reviewed April 15, 2020
If you sign up for Verizon never accept any additional services even if they tell you it is free. I signed up for Verizon last year for the triple play bundle at 79.99. I did not, nor do I now, use the TV or phone, but I was assured that it was the same price as the 1G internet alone. They sold me on a free 90 day trial for upgraded tv with the assurance that it would be easy to cancel after the 90 days. I received an e-mail after the 90 days and logged in and selected the only option that said it would not increase my bill; there was no option to opt out of additional tv services and notice was given that selecting the option would change my service so I was no longer on triple play. Three months later I discovered that the new option was charging me almost double the initial price.
I called the company to address the issue. I told the representative and supervisor that I talked to that I was not trying to contest the additional fees for the months that I had paid without paying attention, but I would like my service returned to the originally agreed upon plan. I was informed that the same plan was now more expensive and my options were to pay more for the same service that I had agreed to or pay a termination fee for breach of contract even though their system was the one that changed my contract. I highly recommend not using Verizon, literally choose any other provider because they have predatory business practices and do not honor their agreements or customers. If you are going to use them DO NOT agree to any of the additional "free" services they try and sell you.
Reviewed April 14, 2020
Great internet, mediocre installers. I am being as honest and as thorough as I can be about my experience with Verizon Fios. What I really like about FIOS:
1) Great, reliable connection speed at reasonable price! 200 mbps for $42.66 incl. tax/mo. I had to sign up for autopay but there is no contract and autopsy isn't a deal breaker for me, the installation was free. Monthly charge includes the basic service modem but not a router. The reliability is amazing: speeds are actually higher than promised (286 down/380 up)! Optimum could only come close to 400mbps off peak hours, during the day it was hovering at 120-320mbps, optimum's upload speeds are capped at 40mbps at all times, by the way. Optimum also had a lot of weird outages (for service upgrades, etc.) at night but I haven't had one with FIOS since I switched.
2) No contract and no mandatory equipment you "must" purchase: you can buy a router, if you need one, however, as far as modems go it's provided at no cost and any router will work with it. You might not get the fast speeds if you buy an old router but you will be able to use the internet at 100mbps with the slowest one.
3) Customer service that answers when you call and an app that works: optimum's billing department was a nightmare and their app never once loaded without some errors.
What I didn't like about my experience with fios so far:
1) The installers were completely inept: they ruined my wall during the installation and didn't repair it because they, LITERALLY, didn't know how to patch a drywall. I offered them the tools but they didn't know how to use them! I didn't go after them and repaired the wall myself and they did apologize in the end but still, this should not have happened. I'm not an installer by trade but, even as a general contractor, over the years I ran miles and miles of cable, including coax and fiber, as professional, dedicated installers, shouldn't they be at least as good as me? When I saw how unprepared they were I offered to install it on my own but they wouldn't let me! Hire better installers, Verizon! Untrained laborers should not do calls, no matter how busy you are or how qualified YOU THINK they may be. Have them vetted and trained first, don't take their word for it!
Reviewed April 3, 2020
I signed up for Verizon almost two years ago. I thought good price and we had services before and no issues so why not go back? Big big big mistake. I’ve called customer service at least 25 times, used the customer service chat probably the same amount of times and the problems I have are still not fixed. The Tv picture freezes every 5 minutes. And won’t unfreeze unless you change the channel and go back or reboot the receiver box. It says the WiFi signal is low. Well the box doesn’t run on WiFi. Not sure why it still says that.
I’ve had service techs out and the fixed one TV, all the others are still doing the same thing. Verizon is the worst TV provider by far. I asked them to get out of my contract without having to pay the fee, they didn’t let me. I asked for compensation for the times I couldn’t use my Tv because the picture wouldn’t unfreeze and I was told I’d see it on my next bill. Well, that was 5 month ago and to this day nothing. I wouldn’t recommend Verizon Fios to anyone. Worst service ever!
Verizon Fios Company Information
- Company Name:
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