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Problem Solved

Problem Solved is a weekly consumer column that fixes reader problems. From broken laptop computers to faulty kitchen appliances, nothing is off limits for this feature. Each story brings a fresh problem and solution in an engaging and succinct Q&A format.

She says Home Depot messed up her kitchen.

Home Depot messed up my kitchen. Can you help me fix it?

January 30, 2024May 16, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

Why can’t Home Depot fix the mess it made after installing the appliances in Angela Jenkins’ kitchen? It’s time for answers.

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He installed his GE water softener outside -- could that be the problem?

Help! My “outdoor” GE water softener doesn’t work (and I think I know why)

May 3, 2024May 10, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

Paul McKnight’s “outdoor” GE water softener stops working, and he thinks he knows why. Not only was it installed by an unauthorized plumber, but it turns out it’s an indoor unit. Can this filter be fixed?

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Her CardCash gift cards are worthless.

These CardCash gift cards are worthless. Can you help me?

January 31, 2024May 9, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

Gesine Van Der Meer’s gift cards are worthless. Why won’t CardCash, the company through which she purchased them, offer a refund? And is there anything our advocacy team can do to help?

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A Sprint customer service nightmare

I need out of this Sprint customer service nightmare

January 31, 2024May 7, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

Sprint offers to lower Kenneth Lynch’s phone bill but then pulls a fast one when his wife tries to upgrade her phone. Will the carrier go back on its word?

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What happened to her Target gift card value?

Help! My Target gift card is zeroed out

January 31, 2024May 3, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

When Joanna Lee’s Target gift card is suddenly worthless, is there any way to recover the missing money? Perhaps.

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Home Depot forgot her delivery

Home Depot forgot to load my dishwasher on the delivery truck. Can you help?

January 31, 2024May 3, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

Where’s Kelly Prescott’s dishwasher, and why won’t Home Depot and its subcontractor deliver it? Also, will the company ever compensate her for three missed deliveries? Find out.

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North American Moving Company delays her moving.

Why won’t North American Moving Company deliver my belongings?

January 31, 2024May 1, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

After a difficult relocation from Georgia to Pennsylvania, Lori Nelson’s moving company won’t deliver her belongings. What can she do to shake things loose?

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Home Depot promises Kelly Spuzzillo's new GE appliances will be delivered Jan. 8. No wait, make that Jan. 22. I mean, Jan. 26. Will she ever get her refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and stove?

Hey Home Depot, where are my GE appliances?

March 25, 2025April 26, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

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A $2,500 MasterCard billing error! Is the cardholder out of luck?

January 31, 2024April 24, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

While on a tour of the Arab market in Jerusalem, Jonathan Rosen pays for lunch using his MasterCard. But instead of a charge for about $20, he gets a bill for $2,500. Why won’t his credit card issuer reverse the charges?

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These “free” $200 Best Buy credits are way too expensive

January 31, 2024April 19, 2018 by Christopher Elliott

Peter Bowers has a problem with his Best Buy credits, and there’s no point calling the Geek Squad. Is this voucher case fixable?

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