Comcast to Connect Nearly 3,000 Homes and Businesses in South Carolina Lowcountry to Reliable, High-Speed Internet
Network Expansion Brings Xfinity and Comcast Business services to Residents and Businesses
Expansion made possible by Capital Projects Fund broadband grant and private funding by Comcast
Comcast is connecting nearly 3,000 new homes and businesses in Charleston and Beaufort Counties, SC to reliable, high-speed Internet by expanding its network to the region, enhancing digital infrastructure, promoting economic growth, and positioning residents and local businesses for success in an increasingly digital world. The network expansion brings Internet, mobile, entertainment, and security services from Xfinity and Comcast Business services to residents and businesses.
The expansion is made possible by private funding from Comcast and grant funding from the American Rescue Plan Act – Capital Projects Fund administered by the South Carolina Broadband Office.
“This network expansion is a significant step forward for Beaufort County,” said York Glover, Beaufort County District I Council Member. “It not only provides essential high-speed Internet access to our residents and businesses but also supports our community’s growth and development, especially in rural communities like St. Helena and Dale. We are grateful for Comcast’s investment and look forward to the positive impact it will have on our region.”
“The introduction of Comcast’s advanced network services in Charleston County is a game-changer for our community,” said Margie Bright Matthews, Charleston County Senator. “Access to high-speed Internet is crucial for education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. This project aligns with our commitment to improving the quality of life for all our residents and fostering a thriving local economy.”
Residents can visit Xfinity.com/mytown and enter their addresses for additional details on construction timing and upcoming service availability. The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.
Comcast’s most recent expansion to the Lowcountry is part of the company’s latest investment in South Carolina which also includes expansions to Calhoun Falls, Aiken, Hampton County and Moncks Corner.
“We are thrilled to bring reliable, high-speed Internet to nearly 3,000 homes and businesses in the Lowcountry,” said Melinda Little, Comcast Regional Vice President of Government Affairs and Community Investments. “This expansion highlights Comcast’s dedication to enhancing digital infrastructure and promoting economic growth. We are committed to ensuring that every resident and business has the tools they need to succeed in today’s digital world.”
A Network You Can Trust to be Reliable, Fast and Secure
Comcast’s state-of-the-art network is built to enable residents and businesses to thrive in today’s constantly connected world. The Lowcountry joins the more than 63 million homes and businesses across the country to have access to a network that is trusted by essential community organizations like hospitals, schools, transportation systems and first responders, and federal agencies like the Department of Defense and FEMA. It delivers multi-gigabit Internet speeds, 99.9 percent reliability and security built in from the ground up to keep customers safe from cyber threats.
Introducing Xfinity for Consumers
Comcast’s residential services are marketed under the Xfinity and NOW brands and consumers in the Lowcountry and can take advantage of Xfinity’s and NOW’s full suite of products, including Internet, video, mobile, voice and home security. With multi-gigabit Internet speeds, powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, and super-responsive connections with low lag available with its plan, customers have a great experience using their connected devices to stream their favorite sports and entertainment content, video chat with coworkers and friends, learn from home or simply surf the web.
Comcast Business to Power the Lowcountry’s Workforce
For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, wireless, and managed solutions to help organizations of all sizes achieve their business goals. Industry analysts and associations have consistently recognized Comcast Business as a leader and innovator in flexible, scalable options as well as one of the fastest-growing providers of Ethernet services.
What it means for the Lowcountry Community
Comcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents. That’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost, high-speed Internet and affordable computers. Additionally, over the past three years, Comcast has invested more than $1.3 million in cash and in-kind donations into South Carolina nonprofits focused on helping people build digital skills, expanding WiFi-connected Lift Zones and funding connectivity and Internet adoption programs.