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URGENT INDUSTRY ALERT

AT&T is killing copper. Your fire alarms are next.

Most businesses have copper POTS lines they don't even know about β€” running fire alarms, elevators, security systems, and fax machines. When AT&T pulls the plug, those systems go dead. Pre-shutdown rate hikes already pushed lines to 10-20Γ— normal pricing.

The Timeline

What's actually happening, in order.

AT&T started decommissioning copper in 2022. The shutdown is rolling neighborhood by neighborhood through 2026 and beyond. Letters were sent. Most businesses ignored them.

1

Notice

AT&T sends a decommissioning letter. Most businesses toss it.

2

Price hike

Before they cut, they raise rates 10-20Γ—. A $50/mo line becomes $500. Nobody notices on autopay.

3

Shutdown

Copper goes silent. Fire alarm dialer can't call out. Elevator phone is dead.

4

Code violation

Inspection finds non-functional fire alarm. Emergency rates and liability exposure.

Affected Systems

What's running on your copper lines.

Most facilities teams underestimate POTS line count by 5Γ—. The real total is buried in autopay invoices nobody reviews.

Fire alarm dialers

Fire panel dials a monitoring station when the alarm trips. Copper dies β†’ no monitoring β†’ fire code violation under NFPA 72.

Elevator emergency phones

Required by ASME A17.1 in every elevator. Copper dies β†’ trapped passengers can't reach 911.

Burglar alarm dialers

Dial out to monitoring center on alarm trigger. Without copper, your alarm system is just lights and noise.

Fax machines

Healthcare, legal, government still rely on fax for compliance. Most run on analog POTS.

Gate intercoms

Apartment buildings, gated communities, secure facilities β€” gate phones often run on POTS.

Analog terminals

Many retail locations still have analog credit card terminals dialing out for transaction processing.

The Solution

Wireless replacement, end-to-end.

UL-listed cellular units that plug into your existing alarm panel, elevator phone, or fax machine. Same hardware. No rewiring. 30-minute install. NFPA 72 compliant.

  • We audit your lines

    Most businesses have more POTS lines than they realize β€” we find them all.

  • Right-sized replacement units

    Single line? Multi-line? Dispatcher level? We pick the right replacement per system.

  • 30-minute install per line

    Plugs into existing fire panel, elevator phone, or alarm system. No system downtime.

  • 20-30% cheaper than current AT&T pricing

    Cancel copper. Wireless service goes live. Lower bill, higher reliability.

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Cost analysis Β· 6-line building

AT&T copper today $8,640/yr
After pre-shutdown rate hike $72,000/yr
A&A wireless replacement $4,320/yr

Across multi-location portfolios β€” school districts, property management, hospital networks β€” savings hit five and six figures annually.

Common Questions

What people actually ask.

How do I know if I have copper POTS lines?

Pull your AT&T or local carrier invoice and search for line items labeled "POTS," "analog," "plain old telephone service," or "copper." If you have fire alarms, elevators, or fax machines β€” you almost certainly have them.

How long does the install take?

30 minutes per line, typically. We coordinate with your facilities team and alarm company. No system downtime.

What about cellular signal in my building?

The wireless units use commercial-grade LTE/5G with external antenna options. We test signal during the audit before installing. If signal is weak, we recommend a different solution.

Is wireless replacement code-compliant for fire alarms?

Yes. NFPA 72 (fire alarm code) explicitly allows cellular communication paths for alarm dialers as long as the unit is UL-listed for that purpose. We only install UL-listed units.

What if I have hundreds of lines across multiple locations?

That's our specialty. We've audited and replaced lines across school districts (95+ locations), property management portfolios, and hospital networks. Phased rollouts, end-to-end project management.

How much does the audit cost?

Nothing. Free. We make money when you choose to switch β€” the carriers we work with pay our commission. You pay the same price as if you went direct.

Don't wait for the disconnect notice

15 minutes. Worst case, you walk away knowing your building is safe.

We'll find every POTS line you have, tell you what each one runs, and show you exactly what replacement looks like. No commitment.

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