Dedicated fiber internet (DIA)
Dedicated internet access (DIA) is a fiber connection reserved for your business alone, with the same upload and download speed and a service-level agreement on uptime and repair. It costs more than broadband, so it fits businesses where downtime is expensive. Whether you can get it quickly depends on whether your building is already lit with fiber.
On-net vs off-net buildings
An on-net or "lit" building already has a carrier's fiber inside, so service can often be installed in about 30 days. An off-net building needs fiber built to it, which can add permits, construction and time. We check which carriers are already in your building and which would need to build.
What drives the price
Distance to fiber: the closer the carrier's network, the lower the cost.
Term length: 36-month terms usually price lower per month than 12-month terms.
Bandwidth: higher speeds cost more, but the price per Mbps drops as you go up.
Construction: some carriers absorb build costs on longer terms; others pass them on.
Static IPs and SLAs
DIA typically includes static IP addresses and an SLA covering uptime, latency and time to repair. We compare SLA terms across carriers so you know what you're actually getting.
Comparing options? See business cable internet and fixed wireless.
Frequently asked questions
What does "lit building" mean?
A lit building already has active fiber from one or more carriers. Ordering service there is faster and cheaper because no new construction is needed.
Who pays construction costs?
It depends on the carrier and term. Many waive or reduce build costs on 36-month or longer agreements; others quote a one-time construction charge. We get those numbers in writing before you sign.
Is 36 months better than 12?
A longer term usually lowers the monthly price and may cover construction. A shorter term gives flexibility if you might move. We show both so you can choose.
What SLA should I expect?
Most DIA services promise 99.9% or higher uptime with credits if the carrier misses it, plus repair-time commitments. Exact terms vary by carrier.
See which fiber carriers serve your building
Send your address and we'll tell you who is on-net, who would need to build, and what each would cost.