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Information as of 3/11/2025

The US Mobile Home Phone Base info (from US Mobile) - what's included

  • Home phone base
  • 1 home phone starter kit
  • Free month of service
  • Unlimited nationwide calling
  • Unlimited International calling to 200+ destinations
  • No internet connection required
  • Keep your number (or pick a new one)
  • Voicemail, Caller ID, and more
  • Free backup battery
  • Free shipping and 14-day returns
  • The Home Phone Plan includes all taxes and fees
  • 24/7 real human support and help

Cost is: $110 (base station) + $119.99 (year of service) + 6.88 (tax) = $236.76

Switching Verizon Home Phone to US Mobile (Keeping the Same Number)

Overview

If you currently have Verizon home phone service and want to switch to US Mobile Home Phone while keeping the same number, the process is called number porting.

The most important rule:

Do NOT cancel Verizon service first.
The number must remain active until the port is completed.

The transfer is initiated through US Mobile, not Verizon.


Step 1 – Purchase US Mobile Home Phone Base

Purchase the US Mobile Home Phone Base and select a service plan.

  • Device cost: about $110 (one-time)
  • Service cost: $119.98 per year

Wait until the base station and SIM card arrive before beginning activation.


Step 2 – Gather Required Information from Verizon

You will need the following information to port your number:

  • Verizon account number
  • Number Transfer PIN
  • Billing ZIP code
  • Phone number being transferred

How to obtain the Transfer PIN:

  • Log into My Verizon
  • Request a Number Transfer PIN
  • Or dial #PORT from the Verizon phone

Notes:

  • The transfer PIN usually expires in 7 days.

Step 3 – Activate the US Mobile Home Phone

Once the device arrives:

  1. Log into your US Mobile account
  2. Choose Activate Home Phone
  3. Enter the SIM card number
  4. Select Transfer an existing number

Step 4 – Submit the Port Request

You do this with US Mobile.  During activation you will enter:

  • Phone number
  • Current carrier (Verizon)
  • Verizon account number
  • Verizon transfer PIN
  • Billing ZIP code

US Mobile then submits the port request to Verizon.


Step 5 – Wait for the Port to Complete

Typical port times:

  • Wireless numbers: 24–48 hours
  • Landline numbers: 5–10 business days

During this time:

  • Verizon service continues to work
  • Incoming calls still ring your Verizon phone

Step 6 – Port Completion

When the port completes:

  • Verizon service automatically terminates
  • Your number is now active on US Mobile

Connect your phone like this:

Cordless Phone Base
        |
   (phone cord)
        |
US Mobile Home Phone Base
        |
   cellular network

Instead of a wall jack, your phone connects to the US Mobile base unit.

  • Note, you can also connect the base unit to your home phone network.

Cost Comparison

Service Cost
Verizon Home Phone $25/month ($300/year)
US Mobile $119.98/year
Device $110 one-time

Break-even occurs in about one year.


Common Pitfalls When Porting a Home Phone Number

1. Canceling Verizon Too Early

This is the most common mistake.

If you cancel Verizon before the port finishes:

  • The number may be released
  • The port fails
  • You may lose the phone number permanently

Always let US Mobile complete the port first.


2. Incorrect Account Information

Ports often fail because of:

  • Wrong account number
  • Expired transfer PIN
  • Wrong billing ZIP code

If Verizon rejects the port, the transfer must be restarted.


3. Landline Ports Take Longer

Many Verizon home phones are technically landlines or VoIP lines, which can take:

  • Several days to over a week

This is normal.


4. Losing 911 Address Registration

After switching to US Mobile:

  • You must register your 911 address with the new service.

This ensures emergency calls send the correct location.


5. House Wiring Conflicts

Do NOT plug the US Mobile base into a wall phone jack unless and until the house wiring has been disconnected from Verizon.

Otherwise:

  • Voltage from the old line can damage the device.

Instead:

  • Plug your cordless phone base directly into the US Mobile unit.

Tips & Reminders

  • Confirm US Mobile home phone service is available in your area before purchasing the hardware.
  • Ensure your Verizon account has no past-due balance — carriers can block number ports on delinquent accounts.
  • If the port takes longer than expected, contact US Mobile support with your port request confirmation number.

See Also

switch_home_phone_from_verizon_to_usmobile.txt · Last modified: by Steve Isenberg