You might have assumed that the advertised base package price would be your monthly bill. However, DIRECTV includes several additional fees that can appear on your statement. These include a TV Access Fee of $7.00 for each receiver, an Advanced Receiver Service Fee of up to $25 for features like HD and DVR, a Vacation Hold fee of up to $7, and a Minimum Service fee if your account goes into non-payment status, with an additional $20 for service restoration. Transactional fees can also add up, such as an Early Termination fee of up to $480 (prorated monthly), Equipment Non-Return fees ranging from $45 to $135, an Activation Fee of $19.95, and a Dispatch Fee of $99 if a technician needs to install your equipment. Moreover, there's a $5 charge if you opt to pay your bill over the phone. It's essential to review the DIRECTV residential customer agreement fee schedule to fully understand all potential charges.