Frequently Asked Questions

We have put together some frequently asked questions pertaining to this section of our web site.

Is there a deposit required to sign up with BCN Telecom?
Is a credit check required?

Is a social security number required to do a credit check?

Can BCN Telecom provide local dial tone service to residential customers?
Does BCN Telecom charge an extra fee to put account codes on my lines?
Does BCN Telecom offer detailed billing reports?
Does BCN Telecom offer 24 hour Customer Service?
What is BCN Telecom's billing cycle?
Will I see my BCN Telecom calls on my local phone bill?
Does BCN Telecom reimburse the switching fees assessed by the local company?
Can my BCN Telecom bill be paid automatically each month by credit/debit card?
Can I pay over the phone with a credit card or check?
Can certain areas be blocked from calling a toll free to prevent misdials?
Does BCN Telecom charge a monthly fee to have a toll free number?
Does BCN Telecom contact my current long distance carrier to close my account?
How long does it take to switch to BCN Telecom's service?
What is the Universal Service Fund?
How do I sign up for BCN Telecom service?
What is a P.I.C.C. fee?
Does BCN Telecom contact my current long distance carrier to close my account?
How do I access my bill online?

 

Is there a deposit required to sign up with BCN Telecom?
No deposit is required.
   
Is a credit check required?
A credit check is required only when ordering ten or more lines.
   
Is a social security number required to do a credit check?
Yes.
   
Can BCN Telecom provide local dial tone service to residential customers?
No, we cannot.
   
Does BCN Telecom charge an extra fee to put account codes on my lines?

No, we do not.

   
Does BCN Telecom offer detailed billing reports?

Yes, BCN Telecom offers reporting by account code, location, call duration, time of day, day of month, by area code, by country, and/or by longest calls/most called number.

   
Does BCN Telecom offer 24 hour Customer Service?

Yes, we do.

   
What is BCN Telecom's billing cycle?

Billing for the previous month is mailed between the 5th and 7th of the month and due by the 25th. If bill is paid late, BCN Telecom accesses a 1.5% finance charge on the balance due.

   
Will I see my BCN Telecom calls on my local phone bill?

No, BCN Telecom bills separately unless we are your local company.

   
Does BCN Telecom reimburse the switching fees assessed by the local company?

No, we do not.

   
Can my BCN Telecom bill be paid automatically each month by credit/debit card?

Yes, it can. You may note this request on your original order or by calling Customer Service.

   
Can I pay over the phone with a credit card or check?

You can pay over the phone with a credit card (or Visa/Mastercard debit card), but not by check-by-phone.

   
Can certain areas be blocked from calling a toll free to prevent misdials?

Yes, they can.

   
Does BCN Telecom charge a monthly fee to have a toll free number?

No, we do not. You are only charged for what you use. Please note, you will be responsible for ANY call that comes in on the toll free, including misdialed calls.

   
Does BCN Telecom contact my current long distance carrier to close my account?

No, you must contact your current long distance carrier to do this. We highly recommend making sure you are switched to BCN Telecom before doing so.

   
How long does it take to switch to BCN Telecom's service?

This process usually takes 4-6 business days. BCN Telecom must first input your information into our system. After this takes place, your local phone company will be notified to direct your calls to BCN Telecom. If there is a problem with switching at the local company, this may slow down the process.

   
What is the Universal Service Fund?

The USF is a federal fund that contributes to advanced telecommunications services for U.S. schools, classrooms, health care providers, and libraries.

   
How do I sign up for BCN Telecom service?

Orders can be completed over our webpage, via fax, or U.S. mail.

   
What is a P.I.C.C. fee?

A Primary Interexchange Carrier Fee is a FCC regulated fee charged by the local phone company to BCN Telecom. We pass this charge onto you. This fee is not charged to residential customers or single-line business customers.

   
Does BCN Telecom contact my current long distance carrier to close my account?

No, you must contact your current long distance carrier to do this. We highly recommend making sure you are switched to BCN Telecom before doing so.


   
How do I access my bill online?

Go to BCN Telecom's homepage to customer log in". Put in customer log in number, password (if you've never accessed this feature before, your password is "password"), and invoice date you would like to view.

   


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