I know, I know. Calling customer service sounds like the opposite of fun. But hear me out: this is a power move. You call your provider, say “I need to block a number on my landline,” and they’ll do the heavy lifting.
How Do I Block My Number On A Landline | Detroit Chinatown
Most companies offer a free anonymous call rejection feature (dial *77) or a personalized block list. You ask nicely, they flip a digital switch, and poof—the unwanted calls vanish. You can even block entire area codes if that one scammer from 998 keeps pestering you.
The best part? You get to hang up feeling like a secret agent who just outsmarted the system. “That’s right, telemarketer, I have friends in high places.”
