On 8/2/2013 8:41 AM, Nancy Young wrote:

> I don't have Verizon phone service, but I do have fios for
> internet and cable. They both go down when the power goes out.
> However, there is a battery in the box in the garage that is the
> backup for phone service. I know because mine's dead and it gives
> a loud beep every so often. Can't hear it unless you are out there
> with the door open.
>
> Just wondering if you should have phone service if your battery is
> working.
>
> nancy
>
My battery is working fine, it's in a hidden spot in the living room.
I've found it really doesn't do much for power outages more than a short
time. Even when work is being done and the breaker is shut off, I lose
internet and TV services until the breaker is turned back on. I think
the phone stays working, but I've never tried it during work where the
breaker is off.

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