08000236178
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TimeLine of events for phone number 08000236178
- Fraudulent call about debt. FalseNov
2024Difficult encounter with salespersonMar
2023Insurance offer for washing machineOct
2022Unexpected call after talking to companyApr
2022Received silent call from programApr
2022Praised for their excellent serviceDec
2021Scammed by fake Homesheild companySep
2021Suspicious call regarding warranty renewalMar
2021Reported potential scam phone callMar
2021Reported phone scam targeting appliance insuranceJan
2021Wife scammed by fraudulent insurance callOct
2020Upset about insurance sales callAug
2020Inquiry about unknown warranty contactJul
2020Scammer pretending to sell warrantyMar
2020Washer service scam warning providedNov
2019Beware of washing machine scamNov
2019Cold sales call, seeking financial informationNov
2019Warning of washing machine warranty scamNov
2019Warning about fraudulent activityNov
2019Unanswered call, wary of scammersNov
2019Beware of Bitcoin scamsOct
2019Suspicious, scam phone call warningOct
2019Beware of phone insurance scamsOct
2019Positive experience with Homeshield DirectSep
2019Warning about scam phone callsSep
2019Elderly father scammed with fake insuranceAug
2019Warning: HomeShield scam call detailsJul
2019Mother with dementia scammed unknowinglyMay
2019Various companies sold warranty scamsApr
2019Phone insurance accidentally, company reimbursed fullyJan
2019Resisted giving card details to callerOct
2018Cold called about washing machineOct
2018Satisfied with HomeShield Direct warrantySep
2018Cold call results in refundAug
2018Questioned insurance renewal, requested bank detailsAug
2018Suspicious call, asked for bank detailsJul
2018Cold calling not permitted without permissionJul
2018Research company before taking planFeb
2018Reported experience with fraudulent companyFeb
2018Home Shield Direct legal servicesFeb
2018Ex-employee claims company scams customersFeb
2018Suspicious, but ultimately trustworthy serviceFeb
2018Warning about cold call scammersJan
2018Negative review warning about scamJan
2018negative review of appliance serviceJan
2018Vouch for legitimate extended warrantiesJan
2018Positive experience with appliance coverJan
2018Homeshield direct: legit and reliableJan
2018Cold call scammers, avoid at allJan
2018Warning about deceitful cold call scammersJan
2018Troubles with insurance refund requestDec
2017Suspicious call asking for detailsNov
2017Received warranty call, no complaintsOct
2017Unsolicited call caused distressOct
2017Positive experience with Home ShieldOct
2017Positive experience with repair companySep
2017Scammed, demanded refund for paymentSep
2017Fast, reliable home warranty serviceSep
2017Service plan issue resolved with engineerSep
2017Claims home warranty service is suspiciousSep
2017Scam insurance conned mother twiceSep
2017Reinstates white goods warranties reliablyAug
2017Scam call asking for bank detailsJul
2017Renewal offer higher than expectedJun
2017Company exploited vulnerable stroke victimJun
2017Suspicious call about washing machine insuranceMay
2017Fake insurance company offering savingsMar
2017Positive experience with extended guaranteeOct
2016Number Of Searches: 647 Number Of Comments: 66 First Seen: 10 October 2016 General Reputation: negativeThis number has recently been searched from Pyrland(Somerset) and Ridley Stokoe(Northumberland).
08000236178 has 66 comments of which 24 x neutral and 31 x negative and 11 x positive
08000236178 Summary (Read all comments)
Phone number ☎️ 08000236178 👆 is reported as a company offering extended warranties for household appliances, primarily washing machines, with mixed reviews. Some customers have received prompt service and genuine coverage at competitive prices, while many others warn of aggressive cold-calling tactics, misleading sales practices, and difficulty cancelling. Vulnerable individuals, including the elderly and those with health issues, have reportedly been targeted and overcharged. Calls often request bank details, raising concerns about potential scams despite the company's claims of legitimacy. Caution is advised; never provide payment information unsolicited, and verify coverage and company credentials independently. Complaints highlight the risk of duplicate or unnecessary insurance, with a number of users disputing charges and seeking refunds. Overall, vigilance and due diligence are strongly recommended before engaging with these callers.
Reports on phone number 08000236178
2 yearsGot a call from someone claiming I owed money, which is totally untrue.4 yearsSomeone called about a washing machine cover. I pretended to have dementia but this dodgy caller still tried pushing me to buy and even tried to set up a direct debit straight away, even after I kept saying I had serious issues. Found it funny at first but then it turned a bit aggressive.4 yearsGot a call about insuring my washing machine, they dropped the price from a hundred quid a month down to just six!4 yearsGot a call from that number a moment ago. I picked up but no one said anything, bit odd since I was just chatting with Homeshield about an hour back. Definitely weird.Homeshield4 yearsGot a call from that number just now. When I picked up, nobody said anything, was a bit odd. Funny thing is, I was chatting with Homeshield about an hour before that, really weird timing.Homeshield5 yearsthey provided a solid service overall5 yearsLost £258 to some con artist posing as HomeShield. It’s awful. Tried ringing 0800236178 to cancel but can’t get through at all. Frustrating!Homesheild6 yearsGot a call from an Asian guy named Charlie, who said my warranty needed an update and gave me a number to call if my washing machine broke down. He tried to sound legit, saying he’d send some paperwork through. But my washer’s well over 8 years old, so the warranty definitely expired ages ago. He rang me from 01273961850 and gave me another number as a backup too.Charlie6 yearsGot a call about my fridge and freezer, they asked me to confirm the brand, so I purposely gave a different one. Then they started asking for my bank info, I said I’ve changed it, and she asked for the updated details. When I said I never share that stuff over the phone, she tried saying she could set up a new direct debit anyway. Yeah right, that’s basically asking for bank details on the phone! She gave her name as Leuca and told me to call her back on this number. Total SCAM, watch out everyone!!!!Leuca6 years0800 023 6178 - TOTAL SCAM. They called my wife asking about the brand of our oven, which we supposedly had insurance on. Said the policy was due for renewal and that they should already have that info. Then they tried to get her to give some missing digits to "update" her bank details. Obviously, she just hung up. These scammers need to be tracked down and locked up for good!!!6 yearsI wasn’t home when the call came through. My wife, who recently had a stroke and was a bit disoriented, picked up and ended up giving them her bank info out of panic. They claimed our washing machine’s insurance was about to expire and needed renewing. We actually already pay a way cheaper insurance to a different company. Even though she mentioned this, they kept pushing her, insisting their offer was the best one. They wanted £19.99 a month for a machine that cost us just £350. Honestly feel like we’ve been ripped off.6 yearsGot a call trying to sell insurance to my 87 year old Mother-in-Law, again. These people are a waste of time and energy.6 yearsGot a call about some washing machine warranty. I rent the place and I’m not sure how they got my number for this.7 yearsSomeone called me asking for bank details to extend the warranty on a washer I don’t even have. Then the bloke started arguing and talking over me, insisting I was daft for not getting a warranty on my ‘Whirlwind’ washer - which is actually a Siemens. He even told me I was stupid and should just listen, claiming he’d save me money. I told him flat out I knew it was a scam, and he just laughed, saying it was worth a shot. Honestly, I was stunned at how cheeky he was.7 yearsGot a call out of the blue about some washing machine service plan - total scam, watch out!7 yearsBeware of these dodgy cold callers saying they want to sign you up for a washing machine service plan. They’re just trying to get your bank info. Don’t ever hand that over to strangers on the phone. You’ll end up losing your cash!7 yearsGot a call from someone called Sean claiming to be from Homeshield, trying to talk about a warranty for my washing machine. He gave me a freephone number and an extension to prove he was legit, but he didn’t know anything about my machine or that it’s actually 8 years old and no longer under warranty (which I never told him). It was pretty obvious he was fishing for my bank details, then he suggested setting up a direct debit as some kind of guarantee because I wouldn’t share my financial info. Felt like a typical cold sales pitch. Had an English accent too.SeanHomeshield7 yearsGot a call about renewing a washing machine warranty I never signed up for. Watch out, this sounds like a scam aimed at catching people out.7 yearsLOADS OF CHEATS HERE. NEVER HAND OVER YOUR BANK INFO.7 yearsThey rang but I wasnt in, as far as ive seen scammers dont tend to use 0800 numbers, they more often use 020 London codes or some random number from who knows where. But hey, I could be wrong!!London7 yearsbeware of those bitcoin scams, theyre totally fake and nothing to do with real business whatsoeverBitcoin7 yearsGot a call from 08000236178 about some washing machine cover. My wife got tricked a bit because they already had her name, mobile and address. After chatting for a few minutes, they started asking about payment. First thing, they wanted her credit card number (she refused). Then they asked how she’d pay and suggested bank transfer - also no. Then they asked again for the 16 digit card number. What do these people think we are, robots or what? Absolutely NO WAY we gave anything away. This is total SCAMM!!! Number to watch out for is 01273 936305.7 yearsTotally dodgy! They tried to get my dad to pay for a washing machine insurance he never signed up for. Never, ever share your card details on a call. Legit companies don’t ask for stuff like that on the phone, so watch out for these cheeky scammers!7 yearsDon’t really get why people are mad, I accidentally ended up with three policies from D&G, Knowhow and Homeshield Direct. Then Sean called me saying my Homeshield payment didn’t go through. Turns out they cut my bill by £90 a year and cover basically the same stuff for my washing machine. If you ring Homeshield, ask for Sean - he kept chatting about his goal to be a rock star. Good luck to him!D & GKnowhowHomeshield DirectSeanHomeshield7 yearsJust had a ring from someone called homeshield. I’m pretty clued up, so didn’t fall for their nonsense. Seriously, don’t ever hand over your bank details to anyone who rings you, even if they claim it’s about your council tax. The council always writes to you, they don’t phone.Home Shield7 yearsGot a call to my elderly dad saying his washing machine and fridge freezer insurance was up. He’s a bit muddled and ended up paying £258 twice for a fake 3 year plan via his visa card!! All the money is gone, and the paperwork looks dodgy with no proper address. It’s awful how they target a vulnerable 94 year old man like that. Now he’s stuck with double insurance on loads of appliances. Hope those scammers get found and put behind bars soon.7 yearsSome scumbag tricked my mum, who has dementia, into paying for a washing machine warranty she doesn’t even own. Absolute rubbish people, no shame at all!!!8 yearsSomeone tried to sell my mum, who suffers from Alzheimers, a warranty. Luckily for us, four other businesses with similar names had already contacted her, so the bank spotted it straight away. Sadly, my mum has been caught out by these scams to the tune of about £700 over the past year. None of these companies ever gave any paperwork, like policy documents or contact details - just took the money right from her bank account. Names to watch out for include Domestic Protect, Payment Solutions, Repair and Assure, BTG Home Solutions, and Home Shield Direct - all scammers in my experience.Domestic ProtectPayment SolutionsRepair and AssureBTG Home SolutionsHome Shield Direct8 yearsGot a call about insurance for my washing machine and went ahead with it, gave them my card info. Later on, I remembered I already had coverage with Know How. Rang them back and they sorted it out, gave my money back with no hassle. Proper genuine firm.8 yearsCant remember the callers name or his manager (I had just got up), but the first person passed me to his manager who kept going on about how safe it was to share card details over the phone. I quickly said no to the warranty insurance for my washing machine from their firm. This number is meant to be for the engineer coming to fix my machine, so I wanted to keep it safe! Maybe the number is legit, but there’s no way I’m giving card info to any cold callers!8 yearsGot a cold call asking about my washing machine. I said yeah, I still own it. They didn’t have my email or account info when I refused to give bank details for some extended warranty. I told them they could just email or send me the offer by post. The guy said I could talk to his manager but I said no thanks. Told them again to send info by email or post, then ended the call.8 yearsHomeShield Direct Ltd seems to be a legit firm that provides extended warranties for household gadgets. I arranged a 3-year cover through a polite chap named Mark, if memory serves. I paid in 12 monthly instalments, each £19 via direct debit, which covers me for the full term. So far, I’m pretty happy with how things have gone.HomeShield Direct LtdMark8 yearsGot a call from someone named Jordan Yates claiming they would renew my washing machine insurance. They asked for my bank info, but I wasn’t about to share that.Jordan Yates8 yearsThey rang me up wanting to renew my washing machine insurance and then straight away asked for my bank details. If it was genuine, why would they need those again for a renewal? When I asked why, they started getting all annoyed and rude. I just ended the call there and then.8 yearsHad two calls from unknown numbers today, neither left a voicemail. I thought cold calls without consent have been banned since April last year? Seems like these might not be as legit as everyone claims.9 yearsRecieved a call from this firm, was a tad iffy at first so i looked them up and they seem alright. I havent signed up for anything yet but cant spot anything dodgy about them, its just like domestic and general, selling warranties.9 yearsI had a chat with these scammers claiming to sell a Bosch washing machine I never owned. I think the bloke was Ross Denham, some so-called supervisor, telling bare-faced lies. A couple days before, I got a call from India about surveys, clearly fishing for info, all of which I made up. Then these guys ring back trying to charge me £228 for something I don’t even have. This sort of company deserves to be shut down, honestly.BoschRoss DenhamIndia9 yearsSo I came across this firm called Home Shield Direct. From what I gather, their services are perfectly legit and seem to have a decent reputation. Don’t really get why there’s so much bad talk around them.Home Shield Direct9 yearsI was actually employed there once, but got sacked because I tried to assist clients properly - they're total crooks, and Neil is definitely the worst guy in the bunch!Neil9 yearsWas a bit suspicious after reading the reviews, so I gave them a ring just to check since I thought me mum might've been scammed. But then, just a fortnight later, she ends up with a brand new washing machine. That’s gotta mean they’re legit, right?9 yearsTotal rip-off - completely deceptive - avoid at all costs, they dont give a toss about you or your device, just lining their own pockets - probably against the law.9 yearsIts not a scam or anything, just a firm offering extended warranties once the manufacturer’s guarantee runs out. Loads of companies do this, its completely legal, and this one actually has decent prices. I know someone who has their coverage through them!9 yearsTotal rip off - completely dishonest - steer clear, they couldn’t care less about you or your stuff, just lining their own pockets - feels dodgy to me.9 yearsTotal scam cold caller - you can tell the positive reviews are just made up by the company themselves! All the good ones are obviously fake!9 yearshomeshield direct seems pretty trustworthi and dependable to me.Homeshield Direct9 yearssigned up for cover back in feb 2017 with them, then when my appliance broke down i rang the free 0800 number, got an engineer round within 2 days who replaced the faulty part. service was decent and the machine’s been fine ever since. proper happy with how they handled it.9 yearsThese lot are total scam artists doing cold calls - they get all their info from data brokers, then ring you up with dodgy lines aiming to rip you off without offering anything worthwhile. They even chuck bogus reviews on their site to cover their tracks. I actually worked there, so I’m well aware of their tricks. The sales manager, a bloke called Matt, is one of the worst in the game. Honestly, don’t fall for their nonsense and just say no straight away.Matt9 yearstotal and clear cold call scammers - they get your details from data brokers - then ring you up with dodgy offers just to grab cash with no plan to deliver any real service - they even post fake positive reviews online to cover up what they do - i worked there once so i know exactly how they operate. sales boss is a guy named matt - easily one of the worst fraudsters in this field! dont believe them - always say no.Matt9 yearsmy dad's got heart issues and recently had a kidney infection. when he was feeling pretty rough, he somehow ended up agreeing to some insurance for a washing machine he doesn’t even use, since he sends his laundry out. when i asked to get back the £228 charged to his debit card, they wanted his sort code and account number. they might be legit, but their methods seem a bit sketchy to me. at the moment i’m still trying to get that refund, no luck so far.9 yearsjust a couple days before that call, someone rang asking about my washing machine. they told me the warranty ran out and tried selling me a new one. they even asked for my card info but couldnt even tell what brand or model i have! i only got mine this year and it has a 2 year warranty.9 yearsThis number called me quite a few times and I finally decided to answer just to see what it was about. Turns out, they told me my washing machine wasn’t under warranty anymore and offered to extend it for another 3 years. Since my machine’s already about 6 years old, I figured why not and accepted. They sent all the paperwork over 3 days after. So far, no issues with them at all.9 yearsI got a call out of nowhere around 11 in the morning, just as I was dozing off really heavily. The person on the other end was trying to say I had to renew my washing machine insurance. Now, I’m 70 and have epilepsy, so I was almost about to give them loads of personal info. Luckily, I recalled I already have insurance with another company and said so, then they just cut the call. It left me feeling uneasy all day. I keep wondering how on earth they got hold of my name and details.9 yearsi deal with home shield direct for over a year now and they been totally legit, had 2 visits for repairs no problems. not sure why people say otherwise, the number does match whats on their site so looks real to me.Home Shield Direct9 yearsI signed up for a 3 year cover on my washing machine costing £228 without checking any reviews first. After the engineer came to sort out my machine, I can honestly say this company and phone number are legit and nothing to stress over.9 yearsThey tricked me into paying £228 by telling me my appliance needed renewing, then fibbed about a one-time fee of £76. I’m really hoping to get my money back, but who knows if that’ll happen.9 yearsBack in April this year, I signed up for a service plan for my Indesit washing machine. There was a hiccup recently and they first tried to sort it by guiding me on the phone, but it didn’t really work. So, they ended up sending out a technician to get it properly fixed.9 yearsThey rang me after the guarantee on my Candy washer had run out, offering a cheap extension that would cover me until 2020. Said they were from Homeshield Direct. Had to call them out at first, but after two months the engineer showed up the very next day. Quick and dependable, honestly no complaints about this firm.Homeshield Direct9 yearsGot a call from 0800 0236178 saying they were from Home Sure, but after looking up their website the number didnt match. They said they were selling me an extended warranty for my washing machine but oddly had to ask what brand it was! Then they tried to get my bank details over the phone to “pay” for it. Seems a bit dodgy to me!Home Sure9 yearsMy mum got tricked by some dodgy insurance lot who were pretending to be from Appliance Serve. They managed to scam her out of £175 the first time, and then again took £228. Thankfully, the bank stepped in and reversed the second payment.Appliance Serve9 yearsIt’s a service that renews your white goods warranty. Trustworthy and dependable company.9 yearsGot a call saying they’d give me a free warranty extension for my telly. Then they asked for my bank info - why on earth would that be needed for a free extension? I just ended the call straight away.9 yearsgot a call about a discount on renewing cover for my hoover washing machine. they wouldnt say which company they were from. the “discounted” price was actually higher than what i’m already paying. when i said i wasnt gonna give my bank info on the phone, they just hung up on me.Hoover9 yearsMy mate, who’s still recovering from a stroke and wasn’t really able to think straight, got sold an insurance plan for their washing machine, costing £228. They told him it’d cover everything up till 2020. Honestly, these kinds of callers need to be put to an end, it’s just not right.9 yearsGot a call from this number trying to sell me insurance for my washing machine, they even knew the exact model. But the offer seemed fishy since it only lasted until 2020. Felt a bit dodgy to me.10 yearsThese lot claim to be your white goods insurance provider but it’s a total scam. They trick you into signing up by promising big savings with their "special offer" today. Don’t fall for it!10 yearsI had a rather pleasant conversation with a gentleman named Mark who rang us up, presenting an option for an extended warranty on our Bosch washing machine. I was taken aback that they already had our information, but everything seemed legitimate upon verification. He proposed a fixed monthly fee of £8, and considering I was shelling out £14 monthly with Domestic and General, I decided to make the switch. It's been a real money-saver - I've managed to save £72 annually! I’d definitely recommend giving them a try.MarkBoschDomesticGeneralSubmit Your Own Report (0800 023 6178)
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