I applied two weeks ago to have CPI Security come out to my house and install one of their burglar alarm systems. They have a base system that they'll install for free but then they snag you with add-ons to run up the bill. I needed about $240 worth for which I wrote them a check.
They ran a credit check on me (mine is excellent). They ran an apparent title search on the house, which I had claimed to own to cut through the red tape given to renters. Well, OK, you got me there... I came clean and gave them the homeowner's name and phone number.
I've been living in the same house for almost 20 years and have an excellent rapport with my landlord. I was certain he'd have no problem with the installation and as it turned out, he didn't. But CPI insisted on running HIS credit; even though the service contract would be with me.
Now I have a FICO score just shy of 800; I have no idea what my landlord's is. I do know he's a professional engineer in the employ of the city and has lived here for at least 30 years... hardly a fly by night type of guy. A family man.
Well, since my landlord doesn't see any reason to give permission to run his credit, the installation has come to a halt. I can't say I blame him. What in the hell business is it of CPI to investigate his credit... since the service contract will be with ME? I can prepay if it comes to that. Money is not the issue. I just want the protection. My landlord wants to protect his privacy.
Am I being unreasonable? I'm at the point of asking for my money back (the check cleared several days ago).
-- Mortimer Schnerd, RN
snipped-for-privacy@carolina.rr.com.REMOVE