Questions We Hear Every Day

Straight answers about the copper shutoff, a modern wireless replacement, and what it means for your building.

What happens if I don't replace my POTS lines before the shutoff?+

The lines go dead on your carrier's timeline. Your fire panel can't report. Your elevator phone goes silent. Your alarm panel loses its signal. At your next fire inspection, non-working lines are code violations — and the fix is on you, not the phone company.

Is the modern wireless replacement accepted by fire inspectors?+

Yes. Our replacement is purpose-built as a POTS replacement and is recognized by fire marshals and inspectors nationwide. It provides the same two-way voice, dial tone, and data transmission your systems expect — over a managed wireless connection instead of copper.

How long does installation take?+

Most installations are completed in a single visit. We schedule around your building's needs — there is no construction or trenching. A modern wireless unit replaces the copper termination.

Does it really cost less than what I'm paying now?+

In most cases, yes — up to 50% less. Copper POTS lines are expensive — carriers have been raising rates on legacy copper for years. The modern wireless replacement typically comes in lower. The free line check tells you exactly what your numbers look like.

What do I need for the line check?+

A recent phone bill. That's it. Jim will walk through it with you, name every affected line, and tell you what the swap costs. Ten minutes. No obligation.

Will my systems work the same?+

Yes. Your fire panel, elevator phone, alarm system, fax, and card terminals will function exactly as they do now. The replacement provides the same two-way voice, dial tone, and data communication — over a managed wireless connection instead of copper.

How soon should I act?+

Now. CenturyLink's copper retirements are already in effect. AT&T's shutoff begins June 30, 2026. Verizon and Frontier are also retiring copper. Once the line goes dead, your systems stop working — and there's no grace period.

Who handles the switch?+

Jim Zierse handles every account personally. From the first call through installation, you're dealing with one person who knows your building, your lines, and your deadline.