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Time Warner Residential Support

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Time Warner Residential Support number

800-892-4357
Toll-free·Calls Residential Support· See main phone number & contact info
Q:

How do I talk to a human at this Time Warner number?

A:Press 0#, then 2, then 0#
Q:

Does this phone number work 24/7?

A:No. Hours for this phone number are Mon-Fri 9am-5pm EST. The least busy day is Sunday, and the most busy day is Monday. See below for more and to learn where this data comes from.
Q:

How long will I have to wait to speak to Time Warner Residential Support?

A:The average hold time is 15 minutes. The longest hold times are on Thursday, and the shortest are on Tuesday.

All Time Warner customer service contact information

This is the #2 most popular Time Warner phone number out of 9. Click above to go back to the main customer service number and other contact information, including Time Warner email addresses, twitter handles, and live chat options.

More Time Warner Customer Phone Numbers

Customer Service

800-892-2253
Main phone number · Toll-free · Mon-Fri 8am-11pm EST · Keep pressing 0 ·

New Customers

888-615-0301
Toll-free · Mon-Sat 8am-1am, Sun 8am-12am EST · Press 1 to order service, press 2 for customer service ·

New Customer Concierge

888-715-3291
Toll-free · Mon-Fri 4am-9pm, Sat 4am-4pm PST · This phone number is for setting up new service only. Talk immediately with a live person who can help you compare and choose packages. Super knowledgeable and friendly representatives ready to take your call, compliments of GetHuman. ·

CableCard/Tivo

866-532-2598
Toll-free · 24 hours, 7 days · For the Cablecard and Tivo department · Cable Card Support line - Please tell me the number associated with your account or your account number.

Business Class Sales

866-689-3678
Toll-free · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm EST · For all new Business Class sales · Spectrum - Please tell me the phone number associated with your account.

Mobile Internet

888-662-4577
Toll-free · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm EST · Direct to human for 4g mobile service · Please tell me the number associated with your account or your account number.

Customer Service

212-484-8000
24 hours, 7 days · Calling this Time Warner number should go right to a real human being ·

New Customers

844-781-3963
Toll-free · 24 hours, 7 days · Press 1 ·

How do I get through the phone menu to a real live person?

GetHuman researchers routinely call this Time Warner phone number to document the phone system.
Here is our latest tip for weaving through the phone menu to get to a real person the fastest:  Press 0#, then 2, then 0#
Here is how our research team describes the way the Time Warner phone system greets you:  Spectrum - Please tell me the phone number associated with your account.
Below are some clips we've found from Time Warner's phone menus and tips that help give an idea of what you will encounter when you call. We've highlighted why they are important as well:

They may need the phone number on your account

"Welcome to Spectrum. This call may be recorded for quality and security purposes. Please tell me the phone number associated with your account."
Excerpt from a call with Time Warner
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 12:54 PM

They may ask you to say or enter information

"Or your account number, or say, I don't have an account."
Excerpt from a call with Time Warner
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 12:54 PM

What are the hours and when should I call?

Time Warner operates the call center for this 800-892-4357 phone number Mon-Fri 9am-5pm EST.  The short answer is that you should call on a Wednesday. This observation and the following section are based on analysis of a sample set of 51 calls made in the last 90 days using our free, web-based phone (see above).
An important note: busy times vs hold times vs best time to call
When we refer to busy or less busy times, we are talking about the volume of calls. The busiest times are when the most people are calling this Time Warner phone number (least busy times have fewer people calling). This high call volume does not necessarily mean that you will have a long hold time when you call. Companies like Time Warner staff their call centers differently based on the time of day and day of the week, so you may experience a shorter wait on hold at the busiest of times. When we refer to the best time to call, we are referring to the optimal combination of lower call volume and shorter wait times.

The least busy time to call

The least busy day to call Time Warner is Sunday. The most busy day to call Time Warner is Monday.  Again, this is based on a sample of 51 calls made with our AI-powered, web-based phone in the last 90 days.
Mon
Monday is the busiest day
Busiest
Tue
Tuesday is 36% less busy than Monday
Wed
Wednesday is 64% less busy than Monday
Thu
Thursday is 9% less busy than Monday
Fri
Friday is 36% less busy than Monday

The shortest wait on hold

We measured the shortest hold times to be on Tuesday. The longest wait in the queue on average occurs on Thursday. 

The best time to call

In summation, the best day to call Time Warner is Wednesday.  

Why call this Time Warner number?

Below is a sample of recent calls to Time Warner, and their purpose. Are any of these similar to the reason you are trying to call?
Request to resume service: I called and said our service is on hold for two months, but we had an emergency and we need it turned back on.
Taken from a call on Saturday, June 8, 2024 11:40 AM

Calling this Time Warner Customer Number

2024-06-08T00:00:00.000Z

Time Warner (Spectrum), also known as Charter Spectrum, is a wireless, cable television and Internet service provider. With customers in 41 states, Time Warner (Spectrum) operates a busy customer service department.

Why do Consumers Call Time Warner (Spectrum) Customer Service?

While there are plenty of online customer service options, many people still prefer to ask questions, manage service and resolve problems over the phone. Here are some common reasons why people call Time Warner (Spectrum) customer care:

  • Starting new service
  • Changing or canceling service
  • Technical support questions
  • Upgrading devices or adding new devices to a plan
  • Billing questions and issues
  • Transferring service to a new residence
  • Scheduling and rescheduling installation and service calls

When to Call

Time Warner (Spectrum) offers support from its U.S. call centers 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

Best Way Use Time Warner (Spectrum) Phone Customer Service

Here are some tips for effectively using the Time Warner (Spectrum) customer service phone system:

  • Calls are answered by a voice-activated system, but you can hit *99 and use a touch-tone system instead if you wish.
  • Time Warner (Spectrum) offers a dedicated line for people who are relocating and need to transfer service to their new home. If you are moving, use this line to find out whether you can take your service with you.
  • Make sure you have the information necessary to help the customer representative find your account. You'll need your account number (which should be on your bill. You can also find your account number online via the Time Warner (Spectrum) website.
  • Have a pen and paper handy so that you can take notes during your call.

How do People Feel About Calls to Time Warner (Spectrum) Customer Service?

As you might expect, customers express a range of opinions about the quality of Time Warner (Spectrum) phone-based customer service. While some people feel

One area of particular frustration is the company's billing practices. Many people feel that their bills are too high and often make good faith attempts to negotiate a better deal with customer service representatives.

Unfortunately, there are reports of Time Warner (Spectrum) not making the necessary changes to a customer's account after verbally agreeing to a lower price or additional services. This may indicate that the company's customer service systems are not recording verbal agreements between customers and representatives correctly.

Media Cases

In one case, a woman who is disabled became very upset at the way she was treated by Time Warner (Spectrum) when it came to negotiating her bill. She wanted a specific package at an advertised price but was constantly told by representatives that she would have to pay twice the advertised amount.

After contacting company executives, the customer was able to negotiate the price she wanted on the advertised service package.

What Can Be Accomplished Via Time Warner (Spectrum) Phone-Based Customer Service?

Most customer issues can be addressed in a phone call to Time Warner (Spectrum) customer service. These issues include service starts, transfers, changes and cancelation. They also include billing issues and technical support.

What Can't be Handled Over the Phone?

Repairs and replacement of devices and equipment must be dealt with by either shipping or bringing the items to a repair center. However, customer care representatives can provide instructions on how to ship items or tell callers where they can bring an item for service.

What Can I do if my Call to Time Warner (Spectrum) is Unsuccessful?

There are situations in which your best efforts at communicating effectively with a telephone customer service representative fails. While this is frustrating, there are often things that you can do to address the situation and get a resolution to your concern or complaint.

Call again: Problems with customer service representatives can be the result of inexperience, poor training or a simple personality clash. Call again and speak to a different representative in hopes of getting a different outcome.

Try live chat: Time Warner (Spectrum) offers a live chat option via its website. If you are the kind of person who communicates better in writing than over the phone, live chat may be a good option for you. This method also provides you with a written record of your conversation.

Reach out over social media: Contacting Time Warner (Spectrum) via its social media accounts is another option. As with live chat, you'll have a record of what the representative has told you, which is important if you have to escalate your case.

Visit a retail store: Visiting a Time Warner (Spectrum) retail store allows you to talk to an associate in person. This can be an excellent approach if you are having problems with equipment or a device, as the associate can inspect it on the spot. You may also find that it is easier to work out your issues face-to-face.

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