Does Verizon has a monopoly on land phone lines other that Voip?

Question

Does verizon own the copper. Are they the only option when you want to have a phone line that's not Voip?

I am very unhappy with their service, but If I go to Voip by Cablevision, they want me to get the triple play for the discount. But I don't need cable TV. I just need phone and internet. I guess the double play is not offered any more?

Answer 1

Good question!

Many people are confused with the Phone services offered in their area.

Verizon MAY own the land lines underneath the city, state, etc., but they are NOT the only carrier.

LEGALLY, they HAVE to allow other phone companies access to thier lines, so you can even go with AT&T in Verizon regions, and Verizon in AT&T regions.

Call 1-877-U-ASK-ATT (1-877-827-5288).  My friend works for ATT and u can use his rerferral code : dp6194 when you call.

I think their prices are reasonable, if you just want home phone and internet.  If you have a cell phone, there is a (I think about 10%) discount if you get all on one bill.

Does this answer your question?  

Good luck!  I have at&t for my home, internet, home office, and cell phone. But not for my TV either.  

Good luck and keep us posted on how it goes!!!

Answer 2

If you need just a phone and internet I know a company that can offer you just that, they do other things as well but you do not have to take them all.

If you can email me I will then be able to send you a web site address and some more information.

Answer 3

no there are a lot of companies that are an ILEC'S that is what AT&T, Verizon, TDS, Embarq, and Qwest. they own the out side lines. at your house they don't own the lines is you don't have any of these companies above. there are more companies that are a CLEC. which is the company that is your phone service fromn that is giving you a better deal then the list above.

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Answer 4

Time Warner offers it i think. I may be wrong.