What happens if you don’t pass a DirecTV credit check?
Yeah, it’s annoying but it’s an important step for DIRECTV since they provide customers with a bunch of free equipment and dishes (not to mention the free installation). If you end up not passing the check or would rather not share your credit history, you’ll probably have to provide them with a small deposit.
How long does a DirecTV credit check take?
Part of the process of getting DIRECTV involves a necessary evil, a quick credit check (it’s a “soft pull” and takes about 30 seconds). Yeah, it’s annoying but it’s an important step for DIRECTV since they provide customers with a bunch of free equipment and dishes (not to mention the free installation).
How much does DirecTV charge for a deposit?
If you’re under 570, they may ask you to provide a deposit of anywhere from $50-$250, depending on the type of package and receiver you’re interested in. Keep in mind that’s a deposit not a fee so it’ll be applied to your upcoming bills. DIRECTV is simply looking for a bit of assurance and a deposit does just that. Do I have to pay the deposit?
Do I have to pay the deposit?
Certainly not, but you may have to work with DIRECTV to still get the service. That is, they may waive the deposit if you switch to the smallest package and/or an entry-level receiver. It’s a trade-off but it’ll get your service going.
As a last resort, have someone else sign up
Just as with any service or purchase, you always have the option of having a friend or family member sign up in your place (just make sure they live at the address). They’ll go through the exact same steps and none of the pricing will change, the bill (and liability) will simply be in their name.
