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SDI Unreachable for a Week - Any Success Stories or Tips?

I've been trying to get in touch with SDI for almost a week now and still can't reach anyone. It's so frustrating! Has anyone else had this problem lately? Any tips on how to actually get through to a real person?

Jayden Hill

Ugh, I feel your pain! I've been trying to reach them for TWO WEEKS straight. It's like they've disappeared off the face of the earth or something. 🤬

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LordCommander

Two weeks? Amateur hour over here. Try two MONTHS. I'm starting to think SDI is just a myth at this point. 🤡

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Lucy Lam

Guys, have you tried calling at different times? I had luck getting through early in the morning, like right when they open.

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Jayden Hill

@profile 3 Yeah, I've tried that. No dice. It's like playing the lottery, except the prize is just talking to a human being. 🙄

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Aidan Hudson

I found a method that actually works to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Zoe Wang

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Connor Richards

$20 just to talk to someone? That's ridiculous. The system is so broken.

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Aidan Hudson

I know it sounds crazy, but after weeks of trying, it was worth it for me. Got through in about 2 hours instead of days of calling.

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Grace Durand

Just used it myself. Can confirm it works, but man, it's sad we have to resort to this.

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Steven Adams

Here's what I've learned after dealing with SDI for months: 1. Persistence is key. Keep calling. 2. Try different times of day. Early morning or late afternoon can be better. 3. Be prepared with all your info when you do get through. 4. If you get a unhelpful rep, politely end the call and try again. 5. Use the online portal as much as possible for simple stuff. 6. Document EVERYTHING. Names, dates, call reference numbers. 7. If all else fails, contact your local representative's office. Hope this helps someone. Stay strong, folks!

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Isabella Tucker

Wow, thanks for the detailed advice! I'll definitely try some of these tips. Especially contacting my rep, hadn't thought of that.

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Alice Fleming

This should be pinned to the top of the subreddit. So helpful!

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Hassan Khoury

have u tried sending a fax? I know it sounds crazy but I got a response within 48 hours after faxing my inquiry. old school ftw 📠

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Victoria Stark

I swear SDI is gaslighting us all. "We're experiencing higher than normal call volumes" MY ASS. It's ALWAYS like this. 🙄

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Benjamin Kim

Preach! 🙌 I'm convinced their hold music is just a psychological torture experiment at this point.

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Samantha Howard

lmao true. maybe we should start a support group for SDI hold music survivors 🎵😭

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Megan D'Acosta

Guys I finally got through yesterday! Here's what worked for me: I called exactly 3 minutes before closing time. I think they were too tired to dodge my call lol. Worth a shot!

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Sarah Ali

Genius move! Gonna try this tomorrow. You're the real MVP 🏆

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Ryan Vasquez

Anyone else notice that their website is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? Coincidence? I think not. 🕵️‍♂️

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Avery Saint

Pro tip: if u get put on hold, put ur phone on speaker and go about ur day. I cleaned my entire apartment, made dinner, AND watched a movie before someone picked up. At least I was productive while waiting 🤷‍♀️

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Taylor Chen

This is the way. I've started learning a new language during my hold times. By the time I get through, I'll be fluent in Spanish AND still not have my SDI issues resolved. 😂

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Keith Davidson

Unpopular opinion: maybe if we all stopped calling for a week, theyd have time to catch up and fix the system. Just a thought.

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Ezra Bates

Nice try, SDI employee 👀

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Keith Davidson

Lol I wish. At least then I'd know what's going on 😅

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