Fiber internet is fast, reliable, and ready for the future. But how do you know if fiber is available in your home? Jeroen Dangremond, Manager Customer Operations at Open Dutch Fiber, works daily on the installation of fiber and explains how you can check this and what you can do if fiber is not yet available.
How does the fiber connection work for each type of housing?
Fiber is connected in different ways, depending on the type of residence.
Residential house (single-story)
The fiber cable is brought from the street to your home.
After you subscribe, a technician will come to install the connection.
Apartment in a large complex (high-rise building)
The fiber cable is installed in the building and distributed to all homes.
When you take an internet subscription, the connection in your home will be activated.
The Owners' Association or landlord often collaborates with Open Dutch Fiber for the installation. Read more about it here: Request fiber as part of a Homeowners Association.
Apartment in a building with a shared staircase.
● The fiber cables are pulled up through the meter cupboards.
● All homes will be connected, but you only need to take out a subscription if you want to use fiber.
Housing association or social rental housing
Open Dutch Fiber collaborates with housing associations to make fiber available.
The landlord often needs to give permission before the connection can be installed. Read more about it here: Can I get fiber optic in a flat or apartment?
Remote houses or rural areas
Even if you live in a remote area, fiber internet may still be possible.
Open Dutch Fiber has special solutions in some cases to connect homes.
How does the fiber connection work for each type of housing?
Fiber is connected in different ways, depending on the type of residence.
Residential house (single-story)
The fiber cable is brought from the street to your home.
After you subscribe, a technician will come to install the connection.
Apartment in a large complex (high-rise building)
The fiber cable is installed in the building and distributed to all homes.
When you take an internet subscription, the connection in your home will be activated.
The Owners' Association or landlord often collaborates with Open Dutch Fiber for the installation. Read more about it here: Request fiber as part of a Homeowners Association.
Apartment in a building with a shared staircase.
● The fiber cables are pulled up through the meter cupboards.
● All homes will be connected, but you only need to take out a subscription if you want to use fiber.
Housing association or social rental housing
Open Dutch Fiber collaborates with housing associations to make fiber available.
The landlord often needs to give permission before the connection can be installed. Read more about it here: Can I get fiber optic in a flat or apartment?
Remote houses or rural areas
Even if you live in a remote area, fiber internet may still be possible.
Open Dutch Fiber has special solutions in some cases to connect homes.
How do I know if my house has fiber internet?
The easiest way to check if you can get fiber is through the postcode check of Open Dutch Fiber. Enter your postcode and house number, and you will immediately see if fiber is available at your address.
Jeroen explains why this check is important: "Fiber is installed per neighborhood. Some addresses are already connected, while others still have to wait. With the postcode check, you can immediately see if your home is already up for installation."
What does the result of the postcode check mean?
● Fiber available. You can sign up for a subscription directly with a fiber provider.
● Not available yet. Is fiber not yet available at your address? No worries! Open Dutch Fiber is expanding the network further. Jeroen: "When expanding our fiber network, we look at various factors, such as the demand in an area and the existing infrastructure. This determines where we expand first."
How to switch to fiber internet
If fiber is available in your house, you can switch in a few simple steps:
Choose a fiber provider and a subscription that suits you.
Schedule an appointment for the installation.
A technician connects the fiber cable and the modem so that you can immediately start using high-speed internet.
Jeroen emphasizes why switching is easy: "Our technicians take care of everything for you. Within a few hours, your home will be connected and you can start using stable and fast internet right away."
Enjoy the benefits of fiber
With fiber , you can get super fast and reliable internet at home, ideal for streaming, gaming, and working from home. Check it out today with the postcode check. Check if fiber is available at your address and take the first step towards a faster connection!
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