Outsourcing this type of work makes sense for the individual or small business that does a lot of faxing. Faxing in-house can be time consuming, especially if the fax machine is older and it tends to break down a lot. Also the hassle of having to replace toner or fix paper jams is another reason that a fax service can be an ideal solution. You will no longer have to worry about servicing the equipment or having to purchase pricey ink cartridges, reams of paper and toner to keep the fax machine operating. 

However, it is important to keep in mind that online fax vendor services are a for profit entity, pricing is designed to make money, the most possible for the company. It is therefore prudent for you the consumer to find a vendor with a price per month package that amounts to less than the cost per month you are now paying to fax from the office or home office.  
When it comes to prices for online fax services, most online fax vendors are competitively priced. Fees can run from $10 to $20 to $30 per month depending on the volume of faxing you require in a month. 

But this is another reason it is imperative to shop and do price comparisons. Understanding surcharges, overage costs, service charges, and anything else that may influence the initial price of the package above and beyond the contracted amount can greatly affect price as the month progresses. It is therefore wise to read every word of a contract, including the fine print, before making a decision. 

Before committing to adding the expense of an online faxing service to your business budget, you should be absolutely sure that it will save you time and money in the future. If you can verify that in the long-term having an on line fax service as part of your business model will be cheaper, easier to use, and more convenient than your traditional in-house fax machine, then it is a good decision and one you should embrace.