Subject: Terrible Experience with Fred's Appliance - Avoid at All Costs
I am writing this review to share my utterly frustrating and disappointing experience with Fred's Appliance in Bozeman. In October 2023, I made the unfortunate decision to purchase a new washer and dryer, along with two pedestals, from Fred's. Little did I know that this would turn into a four-month ordeal of incompetence, poor communication, and complete disregard for customer satisfaction.
Firstly, the pedestals were delivered in the wrong color, and it took an unnecessary amount of time to rectify this simple mistake. Following the installation of the washer and dryer, the front door of the washer was damaged. Fred's had to send a new door, adding more delays to the process.
The real nightmare began with the pedestals. On the first attempt, the wrong, damaged pedestals were sent. They were taken back, only for the second attempt to result in damaged pedestals again. Fred's sent a repair person to fix the damage, only for them to find out that the pedestals had been returned to the store. This lack of communication and coordination wasted both my time and the repair person's time.
After three failed attempts, the pedestals were finally delivered, but it was only during the fourth visit that we discovered a fundamental flaw - I couldn't close my laundry room doors with the dryer pedestal installed. This should have been identified and addressed during the initial visits, but Fred's proved to be utterly negligent in their attention to detail.
When I contacted the store seeking resolution, they promised financial compensation. However, over a month later, Fred's has failed to follow through on their commitment. It is clear that they only care about making a sale and have little regard for the inconvenience, frustration, and wasted time they inflict on their customers.
In summary, Fred's Appliance in Bozeman has demonstrated a shocking level of incompetence, poor communication, and a complete lack of customer care. I strongly advise potential customers to think twice before choosing Fred's. They may be friendly when taking your money, but when it comes to addressing issues and making things right, they fall severely short. Buyer beware! read more