Construction Will Begin Soon on Privately Funded Fiber-Optic Network

Metronet, recognized as the nation’s fastest major internet service provider by PCMag for two consecutive years, is bringing its 100% fiber-optic network to Darien, Ill. This privately funded multimillion-dollar investment will provide residents and businesses with ultra-fast, reliable internet, offering symmetrical speeds of up to five gigabits per second for homes and up to ten gigabits per second for businesses.

“Access to high-quality internet is critical for Darien’s continued growth,” said Darien Mayor Joseph Marchese. “Metronet’s fiber-optic network will provide our residents and businesses with top-tier connectivity, ensuring our city remains a thriving place to live and work.”

Construction will be underway in the coming weeks, with the first customers expected to gain service before the end of summer. Residents and businesses interested in signing up for construction updates and pre-sale opportunities can visit metronet.com/il/darien.

“We are eager to expand into Darien and bring our state-of-the-art fiber-optic network to more Illinois communities,” said Ben Ruzick, vice president of new market development at Metronet. “This expansion underscores our commitment to providing fast, future-proof internet that meets the needs of more Illinoisans for decades to come.”

Metronet’s fiber-optic technology ensures seamless online experiences, offering symmetrical upload and download speeds that enhance video streaming, remote work, gaming, and business operations.

As construction progresses neighborhood by neighborhood throughout Darien, residents will notice Metronet crews working in the area and in the easement of your property. Residents will receive advance notification of upcoming construction through mailed letters, yard signs, and other communications at least 30 days before work starts. Metronet personnel will be easily identifiable with company ID tags and branded vehicles.

Metronet is also hiring local professionals to support its growing operations in Darien. Those interested in career opportunities can visit metronet.com/careers.

Metronet remains committed to investing in Illinois, with its fiber-optic network expanding in Bloomington-Normal, Dekalb, Geneva, Oswego, Plainfield and more than 40 other communities across the state. To learn more, visit metronet.com/il.

About Metronet:

Metronet is PCMag's “Fastest Major ISP” for 2023 and 2024, providing multigigabit internet service to homes and businesses in cities like Colorado Springs, Des Moines, Indianapolis, Lexington, Norfolk, Tallahassee and more than 300 other communities across 19 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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