Bloomington's new gig-speed internet provider revealed, first hookups in January 2023

In which neighborhoods the service will be rolled out initially is as yet unclear, as are monthly prices, though a GigabitNow official said they will be “competitive.” The company expects to provide service to 85% of the community by the first quarter of 2025.

Gigabit Chief Operating Officer Dan Sivils said crews will begin moving dirt next month and pass by homes in late December/early January. He said teams will be meeting soon to determine which areas of Bloomington will get the first gig-speed hookups.

Super fast:Internet service coming to Bloomington

GigabitNow will provide download and upload speeds of up to 10 gigabits per second. The company is offering 1 Gbps speeds for $60 a month in Southern California, though Sivils said those networks were created by a different developer, meaning Bloomington residents may not get the same price.

GigabitNow’s website advertises its service will not require long-term contracts, will have 24/7 live customer service and “no hidden fees.” Potential customers can preregister now to get more information when the service becomes available.