I keep putting landline backups in every install, call me crazy

Everyone seems to be all about cellular monitoring these days. I mean, maybe it's just me, but I think having a landline as a backup is still the way to go. Idk, I had a job where a bad storm took out cell towers for hours, but the old phone line kept the security connected. That extra step really paid off for the homeowner. So I stick with it, even if people think I'm behind the times.

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linda_knight516mo ago

Exactly, that extra step pays off when storms knock out cell towers.

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burns.pat5mo ago

Remember to stash a hand crank radio too. Found one at a yard sale last year and it's a lifesaver when the power's out for days. What's your go-to backup when the grid goes down?

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rayallen6mo ago

Agree, being ready before the storm hits is the whole game. We keep extra food and water for the same reason. My neighbor always says local knowledge beats a dead phone every time.

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