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Cuervo 06-09-2024 05:33 AM
This topic has been a repeated topic and with my own experience I found most of these providers deliver about the same amount of service. Occasionally there might be a promotion which is usually tied to some type of contract which might save you a bit of money.

The most important thing you should consider is what do you actually need, how many TVs are in use at any time, what are you using your computer for is it checking emails or gaming. Once you understand what you need then look at these companies and that will determine who to go with for the best service for your needs at a price you are happy with.

ColtsFan 06-09-2024 06:18 AM
We have had Comcast/Xfinity for several years. We have a package rate for home phone, internet, TV. We have been totally satisfied with our service. If they raise the price, we just negotiate and get it down. In fact, they just lowered our cost without us even asking.

gwenhwalker@yahoo.com 06-09-2024 06:38 AM
Just upgraded Century Link to Quantum which is now available in St James. $55 for life. No problem streaming

Blackbart 06-09-2024 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by prmason (Post 2339037)
We just switched to Quantum Fibre, $50.00 for life and that is the total bill, and I also live the St James. I was told that anything south of Buttonwood has fibre to the house. When we ordered it, about two days later a contractor came to the house to verify the fibre prior to the actual installation. A couple of issues we had, 1) we have LG TV's and there are some settings in the app that have to be turned off (only some LG's have this issue, not all) 2) because we have a concrete home getting through all the exterior walls was difficult so we needed additional hubs. The installation brings two hubs, but you get 4 for free, some technician will just give them to you, we had to get support to send a technician's out and he gave us the other two. One more thing, my service is 500meg, they also offer 1Gig for $75.00 for life. We are very happy with this carrier.
I have to agree with the quantum fiber for $50/month deal. I was very surprised to see the bills are exactly 50/month. No carrier fees or other taxes, etc…. It’s $50 even. I still work from home, and I have multiple WiFi devices. Four Amazon fire sticks, iPads, ring and Wyze cameras, etc…. The 500mbps throughput is great for my needs. HIGHLY RECOMMEND QUANTUM FIBER TO ALL.

huge-pigeons 06-09-2024 07:14 AM
You should search these forums 1st before posting. There are numerous and I mean many many posts about internet advice. You say you have 3 providers, call each 1 and see what they offer today, not yesterday, not a year ago. Most subscribers might not know the current prices these providers are offering. Then, after you find out the prices, then query these forums to see how people feel about X company.
As for speed, you have history living with a certain speed in your current house. If you think your current speed is too slow, then up it. Some providers will give you a better deal on faster speeds.

Girlcopper 06-09-2024 07:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Rwirish (Post 2339039)
$250 a month is pure robbery.
Agree! Who would actually pay that??

Bill14564 06-09-2024 07:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Girlcopper (Post 2339092)
Agree! Who would actually pay that??
If you add it all up, many of us do:
- Internet: $50
- Two phone lines: $100
- "Live" channels: $80
- Netflix: $20
- HBOMax: $17

Total: $265

There might be savings here or there but there are also more channels to purchase (Showtime, Disney, Peacock, Hulu, etc).

polirudb 06-09-2024 07:53 AM
I had CenturyLink for about 5 years with little to no problems. Quantum offered me a great deal to switch to them (they are both part of Lumens). They promised to match my rates and offered me several incentives to switch. I made the switch, the service is basically the same. I have had more service problems in 4 months than I did in five years with CenturyLink. The customer service is horrific, worse than Xfinity. They refuse to honor the price they promised and refuse to give me the incentives they promised. I have been fighting with them for over two months, terrible experience. I would not recommend Quantum.

Justputt 06-09-2024 08:15 AM
New homes come with Centric Fiber preinstalled modem/router/wireless set up and running (didn't have pay for it or installation), but it doesn't sound like that is in your area. If you have fiber, it may be worth checking out. We get 1G speed for $65 month, no contract or additional costs.

Gwiz4u 06-09-2024 10:58 AM
I have T-Mobile for $50 a month. It works perfect.
I don’t have to worry about Xfinity cost because they ripped off every time they want and try talking to them on the phone. Good luck.
You can try T-Mobile if you don’t like it you can return it

jacqueline larsen 06-09-2024 12:30 PM
I second that!!!

JoMar 06-09-2024 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by polirudb (Post 2339108)
I had CenturyLink for about 5 years with little to no problems. Quantum offered me a great deal to switch to them (they are both part of Lumens). They promised to match my rates and offered me several incentives to switch. I made the switch, the service is basically the same. I have had more service problems in 4 months than I did in five years with CenturyLink. The customer service is horrific, worse than Xfinity. They refuse to honor the price they promised and refuse to give me the incentives they promised. I have been fighting with them for over two months, terrible experience. I would not recommend Quantum.
What were your service problems. We have many neighbors that have switched and contine to rave about how great they are.

retiredguy123 06-09-2024 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Gwiz4u (Post 2339198)
I have T-Mobile for $50 a month. It works perfect.
I don’t have to worry about Xfinity cost because they ripped off every time they want and try talking to them on the phone. Good luck.
You can try T-Mobile if you don’t like it you can return it
If you have Xfinity, I would never talk to them on the phone about pricing. Go to the website and make an appointment at their store near Best Buy. You will meet with a live person who will help you to choose the best plan. Also, always know when your contract will expire, and make the appointment about a month before it expires. Many people have no idea when their contract expires, and they think that Xfinity has raised their price because the contract expires and their monthly discounts disappear.

cfranson 06-10-2024 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by prmason (Post 2339037)
We just switched to Quantum Fibre, $50.00 for life and that is the total bill, and I also live the St James. I was told that anything south of Buttonwood has fibre to the house. When we ordered it, about two days later a contractor came to the house to verify the fibre prior to the actual installation. A couple of issues we had, 1) we have LG TV's and there are some settings in the app that have to be turned off (only some LG's have this issue, not all) 2) because we have a concrete home getting through all the exterior walls was difficult so we needed additional hubs. The installation brings two hubs, but you get 4 for free, some technician will just give them to you, we had to get support to send a technician's out and he gave us the other two. One more thing, my service is 500meg, they also offer 1Gig for $75.00 for life. We are very happy with this carrier.
Hello - we are also buying a pre-owned villa in Collier. How can I find out for sure if I have fiber or not? The previous owner had Spectrum, and I figure this is my chance to do it right, IF there is fiber. Thanks for helping a newbie.

JRcorvette 06-10-2024 11:26 AM
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