Construction of Metronet’s $24M Waterloo Fiber-Optic Network Passes Midpoint
06 Agosto 2024 - 9:01AM
Business Wire
Construction of Metronet's $24 million fiber-optic network in
Waterloo is now more than halfway completed, with thousands of
Waterloo residents and businesses already able to subscribe to
symmetrical multi-gigabit internet service, the company announced
today.
Residential customers in Waterloo can now enjoy speeds of up to
five gigabits per second, while business customers can access
speeds of up to ten gigabits per second. Full completion of the
project is expected in early 2025, at which time Waterloo will join
the ranks of the nation’s leading cities as a Certified Gigabit
City Powered by Metronet.
"Metronet is thrilled to continue delivering access to our
ultrafast, fiber-optic technology in Waterloo as construction
progresses," said Ben Ruzick, Metronet Regional Vice President.
"Our unique construction model provides service to more residents
faster, connecting them as soon as their neighborhood is complete.
As we advance in Waterloo, many have already experienced the
life-changing impact of multi-gigabit speeds. Consumers no longer
have to wait for their internet to catch up when their internet
provider is planning how to stay three steps ahead, leveling up the
online experience. We look forward to seeing how Waterloo continues
to transform as our teams progress."
Residents and businesses interested in Metronet services may
visit www.metronet.com/ia/waterloo to learn more and receive
construction updates.
As construction progresses, Waterloo residents will continue to
see Metronet trucks throughout the area. Residents will receive
communication by mail about construction activity in their
neighborhood 30 days prior to starting. Additional messaging, such
as yard signs, will also be provided to notify residents of when
construction is beginning in their neighborhood. Metronet crews are
identified by ID tags and branded Metronet vehicles.
Metronet is hiring local market management positions, sales and
customer service professionals and service technicians to support
the Waterloo area. Those interested in joining the Metronet team
can visit metronet.com/careers to search available positions and to
submit applications.
About Metronet:
Metronet is PCMag's “Fastest Major ISP” for 2023 and 2024,
providing multi-gigabit internet service to homes and businesses in
cities like Colorado Springs, Des Moines, Indianapolis, Lexington,
Norfolk, Tallahassee and more than 300 other communities across 17
states. Expanding its fiber-optic network in more than 90
communities at any one time, Metronet has become the country's
largest and fastest growing privately owned fiber-to-the-home
company. More information on the Evansville, Ind.-based company can
be found at metronet.com.
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