While the winter chill can still be seen in the distant mountains, we embrace the coming of another season...summer. It already feels like August with temperatures quickly surging into the 90's. And as we inch closer to the summer months, many have already begun the task of home improvement and construction. What home project do you have on the agenda this summer?
Genext is your choice for home technology solutions. Our commitment to providing straight answers and simple, cost effective solutions is what sets us apart from the competition.
Been putting off installing that security system and monitoring service to protect your home while on vacation? Setting up a Home Theatre for the ultimate TV viewing experience? Or are you tired of changing the thermostat and interested in automated lighting and temperature control. What ever the need, contact Genext to hook you up with the best deals on home technology.
We continue to be blessed with a consistently high work load. Some of our current and upcoming projects include the Tour of Homes, Sunserra and developments in Desert Aire and Ronald, WA and our schedule is filling fast. It's only the start of construction season and we are booked weeks in advance, as builders and homeowners rely on Genext to get the job done right the first time. Professional, superior customer service is key and has helped Genext continue to grow over the years. Genext partners with the industries leading manufacturers with the highest capabilities ensuring our customers receive top of the line products, partnered with professional and responsive installations. Contact Genext today to learn more on how we make technology work for you.
Genext Voice: It's Your Call™
By now, most of you have heard about our new phone service, Genext Voice. Well, in case you aren't aware or have yet to make the switch to Genext Voice, here are the latest findings on the tremendous growth in the new phone technology know as VoIP. TeleGeography's research indicates that 5.4 million U.S. households now subscribe to a VoIP service, up from 2.7 million just one year ago. Overall, VoIP penetration among US households has increased to 3.5% or almost 3.9 million households in January, up from 2.9% six months before.
In terms of voice quality, 67% of early-adopter households say VoIP matches that of traditional landline service, while 19% note that VoIP provides even better quality than wired phone lines. In terms of service reliability, 71% say VoIP and traditional landlines are equally reliable, while 16% say VoIP is more reliable. TeleGeography projects that by year-end 2010; VoIP will have attracted over 21 million subscribers, nearly one in five of all U.S. households!
The growth of VoIP can be attributed to many things; more households are converting to high speed Internet connections. As well, consumers believe the service is reliable, good quality and inexpensive. Genext Voice offers a competitive and affordable value starting at just $14.99 a month for 500 Outgoing/Long Distance minutes. And Genext Voice provides an entire Feature Pak, for FREE.
Check out how much the Genext Voice Feature Pak would cost with a traditional phone service.
Join the millions of consumers making the switch to VoIP this year. Contact Genext today and sign up for Genext Voice. Save money by bundling your Internet, TV and Voice Service…all on one bill.
Genext Welcomes Two New Faces
We're Growing - Career Opportunities Available
May started with two new faces here at Genext. We are pleased to introduce to you Jacob Ebel and Michael White. As Genext continues to grow and dominate the Valley with superior customer service, there developed a need for additional staff to service our ever growing customer base. With the rollout of Genext TV and Genext Voice, our new telephone service, we can't keep our phones from ringing.
After a lengthy interview process, Jacob and Michael were selected as the newest members to join the Genext Team. Both have undergone extensive training as Technical Service Representatives and both exemplify exceptional customer service having previous backgrounds in customer care and the delivery of excellence. Jacob and Michael bring positive attitudes and many years of knowledge to the Genext Team.
Jacob Ebel, originally from Yakima, moved to the Wenatchee Valley a short time ago after serving in the U.S. Army. Jacob's most recent position was at Home Depot where he worked as a Customer Service Associate. Jacob has several years' Customer Service and Management experience, enjoys working with people and has a strong interest in computers and technology. Jacob is currently working towards an Associate of Technical Science degree in Networking Administration at Wenatchee Valley Community College.
Michael White grew up in Bridgeport and moved to Wenatchee after graduating High School. Since Jacobs move to Wenatchee, he has worked in the Customer Service industry, most recently, assisting customers in the Electronics department at Shopko. Michael has genuine passion for technology and a proven track record of success. He has studied at the Wenatchee Valley Community College over the past years, taking classes in programming, networking, as well as furthering his knowledge in the computer hardware and software fields.
We are fortunate to have brought on such talented and hard working individuals. Jacob and Michael will be participating in additional training in the coming months and already have progressed beyond our expectations. We look forward to their growth and future accomplishments with Genext and are happy to welcome them to the team.
Are you ready to be a part of a winning team of happy and highly productive individuals? Do you take pride in your accomplishments and consistently look for ways to improve your surroundings?
Are you striving to work at your highest potential at a place where your efforts and achievements are recognized and ready to establish a successful career in the ever-changing and exciting world of technology? If you've answered yes to all of these questions, we may have the opportunity you've been looking for.
Genext is fortunate to have been blessed with a consistently high workload; and there's no sign of it slowing down. As we work to expand our operations, we often look for a particular type of individual that will add to the success of our Team.
We invite you to explore the possibilities with a leading Security, Communications and Entertainment Solutions Company. We think you will find total value with exciting challenges; career development, excellent pay and benefits...all while making a real difference in our community.
For information about the specific skill sets and qualifications for the available positions Click Here.
Chelan County Fiber Update
Are you one of the 15,000 homes in Chelan County that is already lit with Fiber? The build out of the Fiber Network in Chelan County continues to expand, with recently started construction in the long anticipated Chelan Falls area. The Chelan PUD Fiber Network is now the largest fiber-to-the-home network in Washington State.
Fiber is the future of our community. Throughout the world, broadband fiber-optic access is a key driver for economic development in rural communities. The Fiber Network belongs to the cusomers-owners of Chelan County. You have control over where fiber is being built. Contact Genext today and place a request to receive fiber services if it is not yet available in your area.
Fiber has revolutionized technology, allowing the delivery of Highspeed Internet, TV and Voice...all over the fiber optic network. Bundling these services on one bill can result in hundreds of dollars in savings a year. Contact Genext today to check your fiber availability and ask how you can bundle and save.
In the past month, fiber was lit in the following areas of Chelan County: Heritage Haven and Heritage Drives; Gilcrest, Woods and Galler Streets; Okanogan and Crawford Avenues; Gehr Street; Melissa and Trisha Ways. Homes in these areas can now receive Fiber. Support your community network, sign up for Fiber today.
The Rising Costs of Gas
Gas prices in the Wenatchee Valley have topped $3 since the beginning on May. The rising cost of gas affects each of us on a daily basis. Our lifestyles are arranged around transportation, our ability to get around. From the commute to work, weekend travel, running of errands, carting of children to and from, and even as part of our regular jobs. It's not until gas prices have reached an outrageous level that we come to realize our dependence on our automobiles.
Some people have the discretionary income to deal with the higher price of gas. But others aren't so fortunate. Many are forced to make cuts elsewhere to pay the extra gas costs. They may eat out less, choose to spend vacations close to home or not take them at all, as well as postponing or canceling big-ticket purchases.
If you are looking to cut costs to compensate for the rising costs of gas, think about bundling your services with Genext. Now in Chelan County, you can save money by bundling your services on one bill: Internet, TV and Genext Voice. In Douglas and Grant County, bundle Internet and Genext Voice. Bundling services saves money, and can result in hundreds of dollars a year in savings.
Below are some other ways in which you can help fight the price at the pump.
Check out: http://www.washingtongasprices.com. This link helps locate the cheapest gas around the state of Washington. As of Saturday, May 13th, the cheapest gas in Wenatchee was $3.06 at the Shell station on the Wenatchee Avenue at Maple Street.
Other Gas-saving tips:
Walk or use a bicycle for short trips.
Make sure the gas cap clicks three times. Every year, Americans let 147 million gallons of fuel vaporize.
Gas up during the coolest part of the day. You get more liquid because the gas is denser.
Remove bike racks or cargo carriers from the roof. Roof carriers can cut your mileage by 10 percent.
Empty your trunk of everything but the spare tire.
Keep tires properly inflated.
Roll up your windows, especially at high speeds. The wind resistance can hurt your mileage as much as the air conditioner.
Use cruise control and drive the speed limit. That can save you as much as 11 percent.
Turn off the car when picking up the kids. Starting the car uses less gas than idling.
Plan your day efficiently so you make fewer trips. Fewer trips equates to less gas and more money in your pocketbook.
Share rides to work and church and when going out.
