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Bringing Local Fiber to Your Neighborhood: What to Expect

Bringing Local Fiber to Your Neighborhood: What to Expect

We’re excited to be bringing LOCAL fiber to the area and future-proofing your service by making it 100% underground! Our goal is to provide reliable, high-speed connectivity while keeping your community beautiful. We know construction can feel disruptive, so we want to share exactly what happens during the buildout and what you can expect along the way.

Our Process – Step by Step

Step 1: Locating & Marking Utilities

Before any digging begins, we work with all the proper parties to locate and mark underground utilities. This step ensures safety and prevents damage to existing infrastructure.

Step 2: Excavation & Directional Boring

We use directional boring—not trenching—to install conduit underground. This method minimizes yard disruption and keeps your property looking neat. In areas where other utilities are present, we may dig or vacuum to expose and protect those lines.

Step 3: Pulling Conduit

Conduit is placed underground to house the fiber. You may notice conduit sticking out of the ground for 2–3 weeks (depending on weather) before vaults are installed. During this time, we make sure all dirt is placed on pallets to keep yards tidy.

Step 4: Placing Vaults and Flower Pots

Vaults and “Flower Pots” (not the kind for plants!) are installed to connect and manage fiber lines. These boxes sit flush with the ground, so they can be safely mowed over and walked on without issue.

Step 5: Pulling & Splicing Fiber

Fiber is pulled through the conduit and spliced to prepare for service activation. This is the step that brings high-speed connectivity to your home.

Step 6: Cleanup & Restoration

We take pride in leaving your neighborhood looking great. After installation, we restore yards and curbs to their original condition. Our crews work hard to ensure everything is neat and tidy before we finish.

Important Notes

  • No trenches will be dug for conduit—everything is directional boring.
  • You may see conduit temporarily exposed before vaults are placed.
  • Weather can affect timelines, but we work as quickly and carefully as possible.

Have Questions?

Call our Fiber Buildout Hotline at 731-903-7575 and leave a message—we’ll have someone reach out as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience as we invest in local connectivity!

Connecting Beyond: Forked Deer Connect Expands Fiber Internet

Connecting Beyond: Forked Deer Connect Expands Fiber Internet

At Forked Deer Connect, we’re always working to provide fast, reliable, and affordable fiber internet to the communities we serve—and now, we’re excited to announce that we’re connecting beyond! Starting this fall, we’re expanding our fiber internet and telephone services into the town of Halls, TN.

For years, Forked Deer Connect has proudly served customers throughout our region, but with our new expansion into Halls, we’re bringing the same trusted service and high-speed internet to even more families, businesses, and community members. Whether you’re streaming movies, running a home office, or keeping your smart home connected, our fiber internet is built to keep you going with speeds that match your lifestyle.

Current Stage

We’re in the early stages of this expansion, focusing on design and engineering. Our team is diligently working on planning and preparing for the rollout. We expect to see workers in the field by the end of the year, with the goal of having our first customers connected and live by fall 2025.

Service Type

In Halls, we’re introducing fiber service that will be delivered through 100% underground lines. Although this method may extend the build-out timeline, it ensures greater resilience and reliability compared to traditional overhead lines. We believe this approach will provide a more dependable system for our customers.

Pricing and Packages

Our pricing will be similar to our current offerings, with new packages designed to meet your needs. Installation fees will likely remain unchanged, and we will continue to offer service without requiring contracts.

What Sets Forked Deer Connect Apart?

When it comes to internet service, trust and speed are crucial. That’s why we’re dedicated to going above and beyond in everything we do—from our local customer service to the advanced technology we provide. As a subsidiary of Forked Deer Electric Cooperative, we bring a long-standing tradition of trust and reliability. Our fiber internet service is crafted to keep you connected with the speeds and performance that your lifestyle demands.

Future Expansion

While Halls is our immediate focus, we have plans to extend our services to additional areas in the future. Be sure to subscribe to our blog for the latest updates on our expansion efforts and new service areas.

Stay Updated

This blog will be your go-to source for updates on our expansion, construction progress, and the launch of services in Halls. Check back regularly for news, coverage maps, and exciting announcements as we continue to connect more homes and businesses in Lauderdale and Dyer counties.

Thank you for your support as we embark on this journey to connect beyond. We’re excited to bring our trusted, high-speed fiber internet to more communities and look forward to keeping you informed every step of the way. 

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