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Comcast Connects First Homes in the Town of Buchanan, VA to Reliable, High-Speed Internet From Xfinity

By: via Business Wire

More Than 750 Homes Will Be Connected to America’s Smartest Converged WiFi Network for the First Time

Comcast today announced it connected the first residents in the Town of Buchanan, VA to Xfinity services. This rural network expansion includes all residents in the Town of Buchanan – connecting more than 750 homes to high-speed, symmetrical Internet powered by America’s smartest and most reliable converged network.

Xfinity brings Internet, mobile, entertainment, and smart home services into one simple, seamless solution – giving customers more speed, savings, and control over their connected lives. The Town of Buchanan now joins the more than 64 million homes and businesses nationwide with access to a network that fuels innovation, productivity, and everyday connection.

"We are thrilled to welcome Comcast to our community and applaud this significant investment, which provides the entire Town with a new choice for fast Internet service and additional connectivity options," said Sue Way, Mayor, Town of Buchanan.

Residents can visit Xfinity.com/mytown and enter their addresses for additional details on construction timing and upcoming service availability. The project is expected to be completed in summer 2026.

Comcast’s most recent rural expansion to the Town of Buchanan is part of the company’s latest investment in Virginia, which also includes expansions to:

  • Town of Bedford, VA, where construction is underway to connect more than 4,500 homes and businesses and services are already available to some residents.
  • Christiansburg, VA, where Xfinity and Comcast Business services are available to more than 13,700 homes and businesses.
  • Lynchburg, VA, where Xfinity and Comcast Business services are available to more than 12,000 additional homes and businesses across the Lynchburg area, including in the City of Lynchburg, Campbell County and Forest.
  • Radford, VA, where construction is underway to connect nearly 10,000 homes and businesses and services are already available to some residents.
  • Strasburg, VA, where Xfinity and Comcast Business services are available to more than 3,300 homes and businesses.

“We are proud to connect the first homes and businesses in the Town of Buchanan to our state-of-the-art network and continue our expansion across the Commonwealth,” said Ray Roundtree, Senior Vice President of Comcast’s Beltway Region. “Our local team is excited to introduce residents to our full suite of products for the first time – from powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home to Xfinity Mobile that delivers incredible savings.”

Xfinity Brings Full Suite of Residential Services to the Town of Buchanan

Comcast is bringing its full suite of residential Xfinity services to the Town of Buchanan, including high-speed Internet, streaming, mobile, voice, and home security – delivering reliable, connected experiences for today’s consumers at home or on the go.

  • Xfinity Internet: Speed, Reliability, and Coverage. With multi-gig speeds, 99.9% reliability, and powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, Xfinity powers streaming, gaming, and video calls – simply and seamlessly.
  • Xfinity Mobile: Most Reliable Network. Fraction of the Cost. Xfinity Mobile delivers reliable, lightning-fast speeds – up to 1 Gig – both at home and on the go, while offering savings of up to fifty percent on wireless bills in the first year compared to similar plans from major cellular providers.
  • Xfinity X1: All Entertainment. One Powerful Platform. X1 brings together live TV, streaming, sports, and on-demand content in one easy-to-use experience. With the award-winning Xfinity Voice Remote, finding a show, channel, or game is fast, easy, and frustration-free.
  • Xfinity Home: Smart Security Made Simple. Xfinity Home combines advanced security and smart home automation in one easy-to-use platform. With flexible options for self or professional monitoring, it delivers peace of mind and control.

Comcast Business: Technology Solutions for Businesses of Any Size

Comcast Business delivers powerful, secure, and always-on connectivity tailored to meet the needs of businesses – whether small startups or growing enterprises. With fast, reliable Internet and advanced networking solutions like SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and unified communications, Comcast Business helps organizations stay connected, protected, and ready to scale.

For businesses on the move, Comcast Business Mobile offers fast, dependable 5G, flexible data plans, and access to over 23 million WiFi hotspots nationwide. With features like 4K streaming, advanced spam call blocking, and twice-a-year phone upgrades, it’s a mobile solution designed to keep teams productive—wherever business takes them.

What It Means for the Town of Buchanan

Comcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents. That’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost, high-speed Internet and affordable computers. Additionally, Comcast has made significant investments with Virginia nonprofits focused on helping people build digital skills, expanding WiFi-connected Lift Zones, and funding connectivity and Internet adoption programs.

About Comcast Corporation

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

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