If you manage a commercial or residential building in Southern California, you’ve likely heard the buzz: traditional copper landlines—also known as POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service)—are on the way out. Phone companies are phasing out these aging systems, and for property managers, that creates an urgent question: What happens to your elevator emergency phones?
Enter Destra Business Services, a Seal Beach-based company that’s helping building owners make the smooth transition from copper to cellular with a modern, code-compliant, and cost-saving solution.
The Problem with POTS Lines
Until recently, landlines were the backbone of elevator emergency phones. But as telecom companies decommission copper networks, those lines are becoming unreliable, expensive to maintain, and increasingly obsolete. Many building managers are discovering too late that their elevator phones have stopped working—leaving them out of code compliance and potentially exposed to liability.
With emergency communication required by both ASME safety codes and ADA accessibility standards, this is not an area where building owners can afford to cut corners.
A Smarter Solution: Mobile Connect 2
Destra Business Services offers a practical, future-proof answer: the Mobile Connect 2, a cellular gateway specifically designed to replace landline elevator phones. Rather than installing new wiring or replacing the entire communication system, this device connects directly to your existing elevator phone, providing instant compatibility with cellular networks.
It’s not just a temporary workaround—it’s a long-term solution built with reliability, safety, and cost-efficiency in mind.
What Makes Destra’s Mobile Connect 2 Stand Out?
- Plug-and-Play Simplicity
No need for complex rewiring. Mobile Connect 2 works with your current elevator phone hardware. Installation is quick, non-invasive, and can typically be completed in under an hour. - Code-Compliant by Design
Fully meets ASME and ADA code requirements, ensuring your building passes inspection and stays legally compliant. - Reliable Emergency Connectivity
Cellular networks offer increased uptime over POTS lines, particularly during outages or infrastructure failures. Your elevator phones will remain functional when they’re needed most. - Affordable Monthly Plans
Starting at just $39 per month, many clients save 50–60% compared to their previous phone line costs. And there’s no need to deal with the phone company or get locked into complex telecom contracts. - Secure and Monitored
Destra’s service includes managed monitoring, so you’ll be alerted if the connection drops. That means no surprises when an inspector checks your equipment—or if someone needs help inside the elevator.
Who Is Destra Business Services?
Led by industry professional Lance DiPoma, Destra Business Services has built its reputation on straightforward solutions and hands-on service. The company focuses exclusively on elevator communication systems, which means they understand the codes, the technology, and the urgency better than most telecom providers.
Serving clients throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and up the coast as far as San Francisco, Destra has become the go-to name for elevator phone conversions in California.
Why Wait for the Next Line Failure?
The phase-out of copper is accelerating, and outages are already impacting buildings across the state. Upgrading your elevator phone system isn’t just a smart move—it’s essential. With Destra Business Services, you can future-proof your property, stay compliant with the latest codes, and even lower your monthly operating costs.
Ready to Upgrade?
Don’t wait for your elevator phones to fail. Contact Destra Business Services today to schedule a site visit or get a quote.
📞 Call: 714-676-7289
