Metronet Fiber Optic Internet Construction Underway in Bolingbrook

Nation's Fastest Major ISP Expands in Illinois

EVANSVILLE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Metronet, recognized by PCMag as the fastest internet service provider in the nation, is expanding its 100% fiber-optic network to Bolingbrook, Ill. This privately funded multimillion-dollar investment will bring high-speed, reliable internet to local residents and businesses, offering symmetrical speeds of up to five gigabits per second for homes and up to ten gigabits per second for businesses.

“Bolingbrook is a forward-thinking community, and we’re always looking for ways to enhance quality of life for our residents and businesses,” said Mary Alexander-Basta, the mayor of Bolingbrook. “Metronet’s investment in our community brings not only faster internet, but greater opportunity—supporting remote work, education, and the digital needs of today and tomorrow.”

Construction of the network is underway, with the first customers expected to gain service by late summer. Residents and businesses interested in signing up for updates and pre-sale opportunities can visit metronet.com/il/bolingbrook.

“We’re proud to bring Bolingbrook into our growing network of fiber-connected communities across Illinois,” said Ben Ruzick, vice president of new market development at Metronet. “Reliable, high-speed internet is essential to daily life. Our fiber-optic infrastructure will support Bolingbrook’s growth by empowering residents and businesses with the tools they need now and for decades to come.”

Metronet’s fiber-optic technology provides Bolingbrook residents and businesses with symmetrical upload and download speeds, ensuring a seamless online experience for streaming, gaming, video conferencing, and remote work.

As crews begin work, residents can expect to see Metronet construction teams in the area. The company will notify residents at least 30 days before work begins through mailed letters, yard signs, and other communications. Metronet’s teams will be easily identifiable with company-branded vehicles and ID badges.

Metronet is also hiring locally for positions to support operations in Bolingbrook and throughout Illinois. Those interested can learn more and apply at metronet.com/careers.

Metronet continues to invest in Illinois, expanding its fiber-optic network 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.