Repair Information

While it is recommended to use a qualified electrician or telephone technician for installation, troubleshooting and/or repairs, you may follow the steps listed below to troubleshoot on your own.

Please note the CAUTIONS before attempting any repairs.

DSL Issues:

• Power Cycle the DSL Modem.
  • Do Not Use the Reset Button on the modem

POTS Line - Telephone Issues:

• Check your Telephone service at the Network Interface Device.
  • Testing can be performed with a standard Corded telephone.
  • Testing Instructions are are located - "Testing The Telephone Service", as well as, on the inside cover of the Interface.
• If your telephone is not working, please follow the steps listed under "Diagnosing Problems" to see if the problem is in the telephone, inside wiring or in Ironton Telephone Company's network.
  • By finding the source of the problem, you will know whom to call to have the problem repaired.
• When Contacting Technical Support, reviewing the Technical Support Reporting Information will aid in the repair of any issues.

SIP Issues:

• Check your internet connection.
  • Contact your ISP if required.
• Check your Firewall & Router settings.
  • Disable SIPALG if required.
• When Contacting Technical Support, reviewing the SIP Technical Support Reporting Information will aid in the repair of any issues.

Please Note: Ironton Telephone Company does not repair third party telephone equipment. A service fee will be charged for any problems to telephones, related equipment or inside wiring if you call us to your residence or business.

• If you are having problems making long distance calls, please contact your long distance company.
  • Ironton Long Distance Customers please call (610) 799-3131 for assistance.
• If the problem is with the lines outside of your home or business, Ironton Telephone LLC will resolve it promptly, and in most cases without cost to you.
• If the problem is with the inside wiring or jacks you may do the following.
  • Make your own repairs.
  • Have an electrician, contractor, or another party make the repairs.

The responsibility of maintaining the inside wiring may not be yours if you reside in an apartment, dorm, condo, co-op, nursing home or other group living facility. Please contact the property owner to determine responsibility.

Contacting Repair:

• Our Repair Specialist will ask you if you have checked for dial tone at the Network Interface Device (NID) before dispatching a technician.
  • The Repair Specialist may also help you determine where the problem is.
• If no trouble is found at the Network Interface Device (NID) a Service Charge will be billed for the visit.
  • The Service Technician will advise the customer on his/her findings.
  • If the customer is not home he/she will tag the door.
• If your cable television service is not working, please call your local cable company.