Checking address for landline availability

[davidhowes36]

I purchased a second home in Dec 2020 but can't visit until 12 April due to COVID rules. How can I find out whether it has a landline and whether it is active without visiting?

[Keith_Beddoe]

@davidhowes36 

Its not possible to do that, however if you use the online ordering page, it should give you some idea whether there is an existing BT Retail service.

Its a good idea to place an order now, so that service will be available when you need it.

Place an order for a line only using this link - https://www.bt.com/landline/deals

[Devon_Dave]

You may still have a line into the house but I very much doubt is still active as the previous occupier would have had the line stopped. If not they would still be paying for it. 

[Firefox1701]

Wouldn't it be possible to simply contact the previous owner,  albeit via the estate agent if necessary,  and just ask them what the situation is as regards the existence of a landline or not?