Can't reach Washington Unemployment? Claimyr connects you to a live ESD agent in minutes.
Claimyr is a pay-as-you-go service. We do not charge a recurring subscription.
Using Claimyr will:
- Connect you to a human agent at the ESD
- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
- Forward a call to your phone with reduced hold time
- Give you free callbacks if the ESD drops your call
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If I could give 10 stars I would If I could give 10 stars I would Such an amazing service so needed during the times when EDD almost never picks up Claimyr gets me on the phone with EDD every time without fail faster. A much needed service without Claimyr I would have never received the payment I needed to support me during my postpartum recovery. Thank you so much Claimyr!
Really made a difference
Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
An incredibly helpful service
An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
Consistent,frustration free, quality Service.
Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
IT WORKS!! Not a scam!
I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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- DO post tips & tricks to help folks.
- DO NOT post call problems here - there is a support tab at the top for that :)
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For anyone still struggling to reach Washington ESD by phone, I finally got through using Claimyr after weeks of trying on my own. The service connected me directly to an agent who was able to explain exactly why my claim was delayed and what additional information they needed. Worth checking out their website at claimyr.com if you're stuck like I was.
Did the agent give you a timeline for when your claim would be processed after you provided the additional information?
They said 2-3 weeks once I submitted the documents they needed. Much better than the 'indefinite wait' I was dealing with before.
Just got off the phone with Washington ESD (finally!) and the agent confirmed they're seeing record numbers of claims. She said they're working overtime and weekends but still can't keep up with demand. At least they're aware of the problem and trying to address it.
I used a callback service that kept trying for me automatically. Took about 3 hours but eventually connected.
Which callback service did you use? I'm desperate at this point.
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Make sure you understand the job search requirements once you start receiving benefits. You'll need to log your job search activities and be able and available for work each week.
Good reminder. I've been applying to jobs already but I should start keeping better records of my job search activities.
WorkSourceWA is helpful for tracking your job search activities. You can log everything there and it integrates with your weekly claims.
UPDATE: I just got approved! Filed my claim 5 weeks ago after being terminated and finally got the good news today. Don't give up hope everyone!
Were you terminated for performance issues too? What made the difference in your case?
Similar situation - performance related termination. I think what helped was being completely honest and providing detailed documentation about what happened.
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For what it's worth, I used Claimyr when I was dealing with my own unemployment claim issues and it really did help me get through to someone who could explain my options. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person to understand how the rules apply to your specific situation.
I might give that a try. I've been trying to call Washington ESD for days and can never get through to anyone.
That's exactly why I ended up using it. The regular phone system is basically impossible to navigate, especially when you're already stressed about your situation.
Bottom line - quitting doesn't automatically disqualify you from unemployment, but you need to have a really solid reason that meets Washington ESD's definition of good cause. It's definitely an uphill battle compared to being laid off or fired without cause.
This whole thread has been really helpful. I have a lot to think about and some good resources to check out. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences.
Good luck with whatever you decide! Remember that you can always consult with an employment attorney if your situation is complex. Many offer free consultations.
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Make sure you have all your wage information ready when you call or file a new claim. They'll need details about any work you did during your current benefit year.
I kept good records of my part-time work, so I should have everything they need.
Anderson Prospero
Last tip - sign up for direct deposit when you file your claim. It's much faster than waiting for a debit card to arrive in the mail. You can get your benefits 1-2 days sooner with direct deposit.
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Sunny Wang
•Thanks for all the help everyone! I feel much more confident about starting the application process now.
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Hugh Intensity
•You're welcome! Remember to file your claim as soon as possible and don't hesitate to reach out if you run into any issues.
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Tyrone Hill
One more thing about Claimyr - I used it last month when my claim got stuck in adjudication and I needed to speak with someone urgently. The regular phone system was completely useless, but through Claimyr I was able to get through to an actual Washington ESD representative who explained exactly what was holding up my claim. Definitely worth checking out if you can't get through the normal way.
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Sunny Wang
•Good to know there's a backup option if I can't reach anyone through the regular phone system. Thanks for sharing your experience!
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Tyrone Hill
•No problem! The video demo on their site really shows how much easier it makes the whole process of actually talking to someone at Washington ESD.
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