Sprint today said it is looking at new ways to add call towers while still saving money, and is considering not renewing costlier existing leases with third-party providers.

The range of money-saving options will include leasing towers on public rights of way, which is considered far less expensive than placing radio antennas on privately-owned land or rooftops.

“We are focused on densification, without jeopardizing the customer network,” Sprint CEO Marcelo Claure said in an earnings call to discuss the company’s earnings. “We’ll look at towers, rooftops, and monopoles and then choose the most efficient way to plan. Everything will make the network more dense. By no means is this rip and replace.”

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