I'll give Best Buy credit where it's due--they're great at making the sales experience smooth and…read moreconvincing. Unfortunately, the customer service and support after the sale leave a lot to be desired.
In January 2024, we purchased a high-end GE washer. I was a little hesitant since I prefer simpler, more basic machines, but my husband prefers the latest tech. Consumer Reports gave it decent reviews, and we purchased the extended service plan to cover our bases. We thought we'd be in good hands.
Just over a year later, the washer stopped spinning. We contacted Geek Squad, and the technician who came out was courteous and professional. He said we needed replacement parts, which we ordered. When the technician returned, we were told the parts were incorrect. More parts were ordered, but even with the right ones, the repair didn't resolve the issue. At that point, we were told we needed a replacement washer.
Unfortunately, our model was discontinued, so rather than a simple exchange, we had to pay the price difference for the new model and purchase a new five-year service plan--an additional $300 not long after we had already spent $900+ on the original machine.
We called Geek Squad to arrange delivery and specifically asked them to note that the washer would need to be carried up two flights of stairs. We understand that's a tough ask, but we wanted to be upfront. Delivery day arrived after about a month of waiting without a washer. One of the installers immediately started voicing complaints about the stairs, which continued throughout the visit. He wasn't as difficult as a previous installer who claimed the machine wouldn't fit--despite a Best Buy rep having come to measure in advance and confirm that it would.
A few hours later, the washer was in and running a test cycle. We even gave the installer a cash tip and some refreshments to show appreciation. Unfortunately, once it hit the spin cycle, it shook violently--clearly not level, which should have been addressed during installation. We went to return an unused part (which we were required to purchase) at the store and asked the Geek Squad representative if someone could come out and level it. He told us we'd need to call a number, as he couldn't help us in person without charging. He was polite and doing his job, but it was frustrating to be told to go home and make a phone call for help that could have been arranged then and there--especially since we'd paid for installation and an extended service plan.
This entire experience felt like a series of dropped balls. From incorrect parts to long delays, extra fees, and avoidable installation issues, the process was exhausting. I would not recommend purchasing a major appliance from Best Buy if you're expecting reliable after-sales support. The in-store team is generally friendly, but they're limited in what they can do, and the larger system seems to prioritize process over people. As for Geek Squad, I understand the job can be tough, but consistent negativity from technicians doesn't inspire confidence.
In short, for anything more than a basic, inexpensive item, you may want to look elsewhere.
