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Pinellas County fiber rollout pairs service launch with further deployment

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ISP Construction Announcements · Florida

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Source reviewed Oct 11, 2026

Article summary

IQ Fiber announced the launch of fiber internet service in Pinellas County, including St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Largo. The provider described the launch as the start of a regional investment exceeding $100 million, with network deployment expected to continue for 18 to 24 months. The release also identifies a local operations facility in Clearwater.

Industry relevance

Our assessment: a service launch can coincide with continued network deployment. Local contractors can track later construction announcements and scope-specific qualification needs. The reported investment does not establish an available subcontract, a hiring commitment, or a relationship between IQ Fiber and Fusion Pros.

Project context

CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY · Reported as of May 1, 2026

The provider’s release describes a service launch and continuing network deployment.

This is the stage reported in May 2026. Current build locations, progress and contractor procurement have not been independently reverified.

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