Bartlett to Gain Nation’s Fastest Major Internet with Metronet Expansion

May 14, 2025 at 10:33 AM EDT

Metronet Brings 100% Fiber Optic Internet to More of Illinois

Metronet, named PCMag’s fastest major ISP, announced today plans to invest tens of millions of dollars to bring 100% fiber-optic internet to Bartlett, Ill. Metronet’s privately funded investment will deliver symmetrical, multigigabit fiber-optic internet directly to homes and businesses, offering residents service of up to five gigabits per second and businesses up to ten gigabits per second.

Construction is expected to break ground in the coming weeks, with the first customers expected to gain service before fall. Residents and businesses interested in Metronet’s services can visit metronet.com/il/bartlett to sign up for pre-sale and construction updates.

“Our priority is serving communities like Bartlett with the fastest, most reliable internet,” said Ben Ruzick, vice president of new market development at Metronet. “We are excited to strengthen our relationship with the Village Council as we expand our Illinois footprint.”

Recognized as the country’s “Fastest Major ISP” by PCMag two years in a row, Metronet will equip Bartlett residents and businesses with the fastest, 100% fiber-optic multigigabit internet speeds. With access to Metronet directly from their home or business, consumers will tap into symmetrical upload and download speeds, allowing better and faster video conferencing, streaming, gaming and more.

As construction progresses, Bartlett residents will see Metronet trucks in the area. Residents will receive communication by mail about construction activity in their neighborhood 30 days prior to the start date. Additional notifications, such as yard signs, will also inform residents of upcoming construction. Metronet crews will be identifiable by ID tags and branded vehicles.

Metronet plans to hire local positions to support the Bartlett area and across Illinois. Those interested in joining the Metronet team can visit metronet.com/careers to search available positions and to submit applications.

Metronet has invested heavily in Illinois, building fiber-optic networks in more than 40 communities, including Bloomington-Normal, Dekalb, Geneva, Oswego, and Plainfield. Learn more at 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.