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Carrin Run

Result of PVR hard drive error

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Phoned Shaw Direct tech department and told the technician about the hard drive error notice on my tv screen.He took me through the steps and corrected the problem. Then he told me because of what he had to do to fix the problem,I lost EVERYTHING I had taped on the PVR!

Also , I found out, I had to go through all the stations and get rid of all the stations that I was not subscribed to and click off the stations I do not use on the programming guide.

Are you telling me they can't fix This problem without everything being lost on the PVR and then having to reset all the stations?

This is pitiful in this age of technology!

It's time to find another tv provider. Anybody got some suggestions ?

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Guest

I caneelled my service sent back the receiver can’t get anyone on the phone and some collection company want $300 for Shaw when my current bill is zero add me to a zero or one star rating

Glen G Ckq

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Review my Channels

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As of this review I have been sitting on hold for over an hour. Shaw has discontinued their very convenient call back customer option.

I have also been waiting for the chat rep. Finally after waiting in the queue and answering their request for account number and pin the chat rep said they have to step away and another rep with be with me shortly. Back in the queue...

number 37! If you have a concern better be prepared to waste your time!!

User's recommendation: Find another provider. Customer service is worse than poor

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Anonymous
map-marker Toronto, Ontario

80% Price Increase in 12 Months

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I'm on LTSS Digital Lite package. In August 2023 it as $20/month.

Just received notice it is going to $36/month. Even with the made up b.s. discounts like Autopay discounts, the increase is 40% Tried calling but had to hang up after an hour.

Tried Live Chat but after half an hour I'm still at queue position 28 when I started at 38. I knew it was going to get bad when Rogers took over Shaw but didn't think they would jack pricing this bad.

User's recommendation: Think twice before joining Shaw/Rogers

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Guest

The exact same thing happened to me. I'm going to call them and ask them what case such a steep increase in prices.

I would be interested to know which channels you are receiving. I have always wondered about what I should be getting.

Marcelle Ajc

Cannot get my ppv channels

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Service was respectful, professional , had to deal with not received ppv orders. Was credited, and received 4 free movies for my difficulty with direct satellite, I appreciate that.

User's recommendation: Be patient, life happens , you will be assisted

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Anonymous
map-marker Ardrossan, Alberta

I have been a long time Shaw customer before rogers took it over, I was quite pleased with the service for a long time, since rogers took it over it is horrendous.

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PPV's I order are not complete or so pixelated you can't watch it, PVR's are the same incomplete..I have several that are trying to rerecord as I write this. A tiny bit of weather renders watching TV impossible.

I am seriously considering switching to Bell or hope that Telus has fiber optic in our area soon, I know they are working on it. Goodbye rogers and shaw

User's recommendation: DON"T USE SHAW OR ROGERS SOOOO BAD

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Guest

Do not use Bell!! They are horrible.

Anonymous
map-marker Chatham, Ontario

Misinformed by agent

I was on Lts service (a few free channels to replace old analog signal for rural areas).

They offered basic package for a discount, and told me I could go back to Lts program anytime.

That wasn't true. I tried. "That program has expired, can't sign anyone up now"

Also, currently on hole for 1 hour 25 minutes as I try to cancel my service.

User's recommendation: Don't deal with Shaw.

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Mike L Sug

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Crap service.

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Losing signal repeatedly. Little rain or cloud no signal.

They sent someone here nothing wrong here. There th cheap to boost signal.

At least bell was quick to boost signal. Deserves 0 rating

User's recommendation: Stay away

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Wayne R Qrv

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| map-marker Saint-Laurent, Quebec

Poor or none existent customer service

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I phoned 1 week ago to pay my bill which I did, and was assured that the confirmation would appear in an email. That did not happen.

Today I phoned at 4:25 CST and was given hours of up to 5:00pm but was also informed that office for financial matters was closed. I then resorted to the chat only to find I was number 20 in the queue. There was an option to cancel the app.

I have today received a robot call to inform me of my unpaid bill. and have been effectively blocked to talk to someone about this situation.

Cons:
  • See my comments

Preferred solution: Nothing

User's recommendation: Do not expect proper customer service

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Lorne W Mmh

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| map-marker Sundre, Alberta

Unreliable

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Called for their services on a Saturday in Sundre, Alberta. They had everything hooked up by Monday.

Not sure what really went wrong but I had satellite cable for only five hours before the signal was lost. I called the same day and they initially suggested a technician might come the next day, then informed me it would be on Friday.

Friday morning I received a call from Shaw Direct now saying they're sorry, but there won't be a technician in the area today and we'll have to reschedule for next Wednesday. I returned their receiver, thinking this isn't customer service as I'm sure the future issues would have been just as difficult.

Cons:
  • Poor customer care

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Move forward with another option

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Anonymous
map-marker Ridgetown, Ontario

Not impressed.

I phoned this company as a long time customer. was on hold from 125*-***pm.

Went on net and virtual assistant keeps asking same question. i want to get a basic package.

User's recommendation: Do not go with Shaw if you want service,ie speaking with someone.

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Larissa Vkv

We’ve been Shaw customers for over 20 years. Our receiver stopped working, they said they’d mail a replacement unit which should take 7-10 days. What?!? We only have one tv connected to the satellite,

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With only 1 tv connected to the satellite, we have no viewing options. They refused to send a technician, who is 30 minutes away, to bring a replacement.

Horrible customer service.

Were a big sports family so no we cant watch games or the Olympics.

Very disappointed!! Dont become a customer.

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Manford Etk

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No longer affordable

Monthly charges keep increasing

and they are no longer affordable. Would like to speak with your loyalty department

User's recommendation: Don't have any

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Guest

Just cancelled due to price increases, the price went up and channels went down

Shamara Hxf

Customer Service

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They may be friendly, but 3 different customers service reps could not solve the problem...after 10 days they were to send a service technician who did not show up. When I called Customer Service, they said the Appointment was for the next day.

I said I work next day and wouldnt have made an Appt for that day.

I asked to speak to a Manager or have one ph me. So far, Ive not had a call back.

Donna

User's recommendation: Poor customer service if there’s a problem

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Anonymous
map-marker Winnipeg, Manitoba

Can't get a straight answer without having to pay extra $2 to have issues resolved..

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I would like to speak to someone who doesn't have a extremely heavy accent that I can't understand. I am so frustrated and angry

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Travian Sfs

Complaint customer service

Updated by user May 04, 2024

Waiting for a house visit to fix the issue with smart home monitoring. Camera is off line .Calling is not effective-?very poor service the last year or two!Not impressed!

Updated by user May 04, 2024

Waiting for a house visit to fix the issue with smart home monitoring. Camera is off line .Calling is not effective-?very poor service the last year or two!Not impressed!

Original review Apr 18, 2024

Rajiv was exceptionally kind , He listened to my complaints. He was understanding and thorough.

He gave 5 star service and ensured that future account verification was easier - with a red suggestions.

Thank goodness for this help!

Suggest less questions and more use of

One time text verification for customers who have disabilities.

Cons:
  • Difficult to make a complaint
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