Block: hero

Does Fiber Internet Truly Benefit Homeowners?

There has been a lot of debate on Fiber Internet and whether it’s worth it. This debate has left many wondering if it truly benefits homeowners. The truth is, Fiber Internet offers several benefits to homeowners compared to traditional broadband connections. But don’t take our word for it, according to Adtran “consumer demand for broadband is growing every year. U.S. Internet adoption has increased to 81% of households, telehealth popularity has doubled year-over-year since 2020, e-commerce is expected to reach $8.1 trillion by 2026, and in-home devices have increased to 22 per home in 2024.” Need more proof? Here are four ways Fiber Internet benefits homeowners.

Enhanced Property Value

First, Fiber Internet is attractive to potential buyers or residents. In some cases, having Fiber Internet for your home may even increase the value of your property. Fiber Internet provides homeowners with a faster, more reliable, and future-proof internet connection that can improve your online experience and add value to your property. Real estate studies show that fiber-optic internet access can boost a home’s value by up to 3% or more. A study by the Fiber to the Home Council Americas found that homes with access to fiber internet had similar or higher value increases than those with new kitchens or half-baths. Fiber Broadband Association’s 2023 research showed that fiber brought condo value increased by 3.2%, while rent is about 12.8% higher with fiber. Another study by the Fiber Broadband Association and The Brattle Group shows homes with a fiber connection have an average 14% increase in home value compared with homes without fiber! According to a recent article in CNET “Fiber internet is similar to having an attractive amenity like a pool that is nice to have but also enhances your life.

Futureproofing

Second, as more households adopt smart home technology, virtual reality, and other emerging technologies, the demand for higher internet speeds and bandwidth will increase. Fiber Internet offers a more scalable and future-proof solution to meet these needs. A study by Allegion suggests that “While costs and proximity to school and work are predictably prioritized, over half of respondents say it would be nice to have Smart Technology when considering future housing options, with 61 percent saying they’re comfortable using Smart Home Technology. Smart locks, resident portals and cameras were included in these preferences. When asked about the importance of smart home technologies, which allow residents to connect to the internet and control with their smart phone, 38 percent reported it’s a must-have and 44 percent said it is a nice-to-have.”

Faster Speeds & Increased Bandwidth

Third, fiber-optic connections provide faster download and upload speeds, which translates to quicker access to websites, streaming services, and online applications. This can be particularly useful for households with multiple users, devices, and high-bandwidth activities, such as streaming 4K video, online gaming, or video conferencing. Fiber Internet also offers higher bandwidth capacity than other types of internet connections. This means that multiple devices can use the internet at the same time without experiencing a slowdown in speeds.

Reliable Connection

Finally, fiber-optic cables are made of glass or plastic, which makes them less susceptible to interference, signal loss, and weather-related disruptions. With traditional internet connections, seasonal weather events such as hurricane season pose significant challenges. As a result, Fiber Internet offers a more stable and consistent connection than traditional copper or cable connections. This is critical for residents in both urban and rural markets.

In closing, for over 50 years, Smart City Telecom has pushed the envelope and offers customers reliable, high speed, fiber internet that delivers a 1 Gbps symmetrical all-fiber Internet connection. We’d love to help you!

Visit fibersignup.smartcitytelecom.com to sign up today.