Fiber is Coming to Protection!
Sign up now to reserve your spot while crews are in the area
Built for the Future of Protection
United is thrilled to bring next-generation connectivity to the city of Protection. Planning and staking are already underway, with main line construction expected to begin in late October 2026. With this project, homes and businesses in Protection (primarily within city limits) will have access to multi-gig speeds—supporting online learning and entertainment, remote work and e-commerce, telehealth, and other emerging technologies.
What Happens Next?
- Planning is underway
- Main line construction is expected to begin in late October 2026
- Service will become available in phases
- More details coming soon
Already a United Customer?
You must sign up to get on the list for fiber and to prevent an interruption when we shut down the existing cable internet network. You can continue using your current cable internet service during construction, but we will only build fiber to locations that are signed up for fiber installation. Get on the list today!
PRE-ORDER WHILE CREWS ARE IN YOUR AREA!
Signing up while crews are in the area to unlock free construction, installation, and activation for eligible addresses — a savings of more than $1,200 on average! We will only build fiber drops to eligible addresses that sign up before construction is complete. Once crews leave your area, they’re gone—don’t miss this one-time opportunity!
Looking for phone service only? United Residential Voice will also be available separately.
This project primarily covers in-town addresses in Protection. Service availability subject to eligibility.
Fill out the form below, and our team will contact you with the next steps. Questions? Call 620-227-8641.
Project Timeline
Frequently Asked Questions
Project Overview
Q: What is United announcing in Protection?
A: United’s Board of Trustees has approved a project that is bringing a fiber-optic network to Protection, delivering next-generation connectivity to residents and businesses.
Q: Why is United building fiber in Protection?
A: This project is part of our ongoing commitment to invest in the communities we serve—ensuring Protection has access to the same level of connectivity as larger urban areas.
Q: Who will benefit from this project?
A: Homes and businesses primarily within the city limits of Protection will have access to fiber service as part of this project.
Availability
Q: Will fiber be available everywhere in Protection?
A: The project is designed to serve residents and businesses in the city limits of Protection. Residents can follow updates at getunited.com/protectionfiber or on United’s Facebook page.
Q: How can I find out if my specific address will be included?
A: The final design to deploy fiber primarily within the city limits of Protection is still being worked on. We’ll provide address-specific availability information as the project moves forward. Community members should stay tuned to our Facebook page and website for updates.
Timeline / Construction
Q: When will construction begin?
A: Planning is already underway, and construction is expected to begin later this year.
Q: When will service be available?
A: Service will become available in phases. United will share more detailed timelines as construction moves forward. Like any large infrastructure project, the schedule depends on weather, workforce availability, and coordination across multiple stages — specific dates will be confirmed as those details come together.
Q: Why can’t you give an exact date yet?
A: Large infrastructure projects involve multiple steps and coordination, and construction depends heavily on weather, workforce availability, and other factors. We want to provide accurate timelines once more details are finalized.
Service & Speeds
Q: What kind of speeds will be available?
A: Fiber service will offer multi-gig speeds, delivering significantly enhanced capacity for homes and businesses.
Q: How is fiber different from current service?
A: Fiber provides greater capacity and supports more connected devices and bandwidth-intensive applications, helping future-proof connectivity needs.
Q: Will current services still be available?
A: Existing United services in Protection will continue to work during fiber construction. However, customers subscribed to Cable Internet packages should sign up for fiber now to prevent an interruption in service when we shut down the cable internet network in Protection.
Services Offered
Q: What services will be available over fiber?
A: Internet, United Streaming TV, and residential voice services.
Q: Will customers be able to bundle services?
A: Bundle discounts will be available for customers who sign up for plans higher than 1 Gig.
Pricing & Sign-Up
Q: How much will it cost?
A: United is proud to offer affordable, high-quality service. High-speed, symmetrical fiber internet, which includes myUnited Wi-Fi managed Wi-Fi, starts at only $60/month.
Q: Can I sign up now or reserve a spot?
A: Yes! Please use the sign-up form on this page to sign up for fiber.
Q: Will there be promotions or special offers?
A: Any promotions will be announced when services become available.
Construction & Installation Impacts
Q: Will there be construction in my yard or street?
A: Some construction activity will be necessary. United and our contractors will communicate clearly with residents before work begins in specific areas.
Q: Will service be disrupted during construction?
A: We will work to minimize disruptions and communicate proactively if any impacts are expected.
Q: Will I need new equipment?
A: Fiber service typically requires new equipment. Details will be shared once customers sign up. Fiber internet automatically includes a managed wi-fi router at no extra charge, including access to the user-friendly myUnited Wi-Fi app.
Q: Will installation be required at my home or business?
A: Yes, installation will be required to connect to the fiber network. When pre-orders begin, it’s important to sign up if you want access to fiber. We will install fiber only if there is interest at a specific location.
Existing Customers
Q: I’m already a United customer—what does this mean for me?
A: This project is an investment in the future of connectivity in Protection. Existing Cable Internet customers will continue using their current service until the new fiber network is complete. Customers should pre-register using the form above so they are on the list for fiber construction and to prevent an interruption in service when the existing cable internet network is shut down.
Q: Will my current internet service go away?
A: Existing Cable Internet customers will continue using their current service until the new fiber network is complete. Customers who have gotten on the list for fiber service using the form above will then be transitioned to fiber service.
Q: Will fiber be better than my current service?
A: Fiber offers greater capacity and is designed to support future connectivity needs. In addition, fiber allows us to offer symmetrical upload and download speeds, something not currently supported on our other technologies in the area.
Communication & Updates
Q: How will customers get updates?
A: Updates will be shared on our Facebook page and website.
Q: Who should customers contact with questions?
A: Customers can contact United directly, and our team will provide the latest available information.
