The UK’s legacy copper network is being retired.
By January 2027, every traditional phone line in the country will be switched off, including those used for Broadband. For SMEs, this isn’t just a technical update; it’s a deadline to ensure business continuity.
THE RISK: What happens if you wait?
Openreach has already begun the "Stop-Sell" phase, which means you cannot install any "new" legacy phoneline or broadband products, which includes making changes to existing services. If you still use any form of legacy copper, you face:
- Forced Price Hikes: Monthly rental for legacy lines (PSTN/ISDN/FTTC/ADSL) is scheduled to increase by up to 100% throughout 2026.
- Service Failure: When the switch-off occurs, any device still connected to copper (Alarms, Lifts, Fax, Phones) will stop working immediately.
- Migration Delays: As the deadline nears, engineer availability for Full Fibre (FTTP) installs will become a major bottleneck.
THE DB COMMS REVIEW: What we check
We don’t just look at your phones; we can look at your entire infrastructure, helping to make sure you have all your boxes ticked. Our Managed Migration Service includes:
| Product | We Audit & Identify | The DB Comms Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity | ADSL, FTTC, and standard copper lines. | FTTP or SoGEA (Ultra-fast, data-only). |
| Voice | ISDN, Multiline, and analogue handsets. | Cloud Voice (VoIP) with mobile integration. |
| Alarms | RedCare or legacy alarm signaling. | IP/GSM Signalling for 24/7 monitoring. |
| Emergency | Lift phones and emergency "panic" buttons. | GSM Gateway battery-backed solutions. |
| Hardware | EPOS/Card machines and door intercoms. | Digital-Ready hardware upgrades. |
YOUR 3-STEP ROADMAP TO "ALL-DIGITAL"
1. Inventory: DB Comms performs a remote and on-site audit of your current bill and hardware.
2. Migration: We port your numbers to the Cloud and install Full Fibre—ensuring zero downtime.
3. Future-Proof: You benefit from lower monthly costs, faster speeds, and a system that can grow with you.
DON'T BE LEFT DISCONNECTED.
As your communications partner, DB Comms is ready to manage your entire migration. The best advice we can offer is not to delay! Contact us today 03331887010