Yes, it is possible to save money by shopping around for telephone service, but you have to be careful.
Consumer advocates advise it's worth the effort.
Exploring the seemingly infinite choices arising in the wake of telephone deregulation will pay off in lower long-distance phone costs. You can save substantial money by shopping for telephone services. Holmes cautions that it's necessary to read the fine print, ask questions and compare different plans. Some are no bargain. It's not a lot of fun for most people.