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Construction Begins For GoNetspeed Fiber Internet In North Haven

GoNetspeed is investing $4.2 million in North Haven to bring fiber internet access to more than 4,300 locations in town, officials said.

NORTH HAVEN, CT — GoNetspeed announced Monday that construction has officially begun to deliver access to high-speed, 100 percent fiber internet throughout North Haven.

“Through GoNetspeed’s fully funded $4.2 million investment in North Haven, many residents and businesses will soon have the opportunity to experience fast, reliable internet and voice service for their home or business, free of taxpayer dollars,” according to a news release.

As construction expands throughout the area, the first customers will be eligible for service installation as early as next month, according to officials.

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“Construction is expected to be completed by this fall when more than 4,300 homes and businesses throughout North Haven will have the opportunity to experience GoNetspeed’s symmetrical fiber internet speeds that allow customers to upload just as fast as they download,” the news release states.

Interested residents and businesses can visit gonetspeed.com to sign up for priority installation once service is available in their area.

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“Many communities are being held back due to the limitations of their internet service provider,” GoNetspeed Chief Operations Officer Tom Perrone said. “GoNetspeed is honored to soon be the solution for many towns, including North Haven. By constructing a new option for residents and businesses, individuals can make a choice that suits their lifestyle and the increased demand for better, faster, and more reliable service that will continue to grow with North Haven as the community develops.”

More than 30 communities throughout the state currently have access to GoNetspeed’s service.

“With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to customer service, GoNetspeed is excited to accelerate the expansion of its fiber networks throughout nine states, including Connecticut,” the news release states. “GoNetspeed continues to deliver more fiber, more access, more speed, and better reliability to residents and businesses throughout our footprint. With access to 100% fiber internet, customers have access to symmetrical upload and download speeds, ranging from 500 Mbps to 1 Gbps (1,000 Mbps).”

For more information, visit gonetspeed.com.

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