Your Internet Future Runs Underground
Backed by a network of rural fiber builders across Ohio, we're bringing proven underground infrastructure and a community-first approach to eastern Ohio. Our construction crews deliver the most dependable fiber network in the region, built to serve homes and businesses for generations.
Built Better
Why Underground
Underground fiber isn't just more reliable, it's the only way to truly protect your internet from weather, accidents, and time. Our construction process ensures your community gets infrastructure built to last decades, not just years.
Construction That Cares
We take every precaution to protect your property and preserve what makes this community worth serving. Advanced equipment and premium materials go into every installation — because the standard we set on your street reflects the standard we hold ourselves to.
It all starts with the main data hub. From there, we run core underground fiber lines that carry high-speed data along the primary routes throughout the region.
Those main lines connect to local distribution points, which extend fiber down individual streets into every neighborhood we serve.
Our technicians run a dedicated fiber line directly to your home, then activate and test every piece of equipment until your connection performs exactly as it should.
The People Behind the Network
- Chad Blake
- Ryan Burgdorf
Chad Blake
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Vice President / Construction Manager"Joining Belmont County Gig gave me the chance to bring my experience back to the place that matters most to me. I put my all into everything I do because I take pride in my work, I work hard for my family, and I believe in giving it back to my community. The future we’re building is only possible because of the men and women who stand beside me each day. Their commitment, skill, and pride in this county fuel everything we achieve, and together we’re laying the foundation for the next generation. As a fully local startup, we’re committed to delivering fast, reliable fiber internet to Belmont County — built by people who live here, care about this place, and want to see it grow." |
Ryan Burgdorf
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Director of Access Network Technology"I started as an installation technician in 2022 and worked my way up to overseeing the infrastructure that delivers high-speed internet throughout Belmont County. As a rural Ohio native, I've seen first hand how quality underground fiber infrastructure transforms our community." |
Career Opportunities
Join a mission that matters — help us extend reliable underground fiber internet to the Belmont County communities that need it most.
Building Results
Since day one, our construction crews have been extending Belmont County's underground fiber network — one street at a time. Here's what we've built together.
105+
Miles Built
Underground fiber infrastructure spanning Belmont County routes and neighborhoods
300+
Homes Connected
Delivering reliable internet to households overlooked by outside providers
20+
Local Team Members
Your Belmont County neighbors building your network
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