Limited Time Zero-Cost Internet Install Program

This exciting new initiative is funded by several programs: a USDA ReConnect grant, a USDA Community Connect grant and the Vermont Community Broadband’s Affordable Drop program.

ZIIP is intended to cover the cost of installing underground conduit or an extra long fiber line from our main line, which is usually on the nearest road, to the owner’s building. 

If either of these apply to you, please apply for our limited-time free installation, which began March 15, 2026. Read on for the details.

Who Qualifies?

Those who have our service available at their location. Please go to get.cvfiber.net to find out the latest information. If you haven’t registered on that website yet, now is the time!

Any household that has an income level below $750,000.

Priorities

We will prioritize households whose income is less than 400% above the federal poverty level.  

Program End 

Funds must be used by September 30, 2026. If you are interested, don’t wait to sign up to secure your place in line.

How to Apply

Complete the ZIIP application below. 

Your application will then be added to the waiting list, with priority households served first. We are working hard to complete every one. After households that meet the income priority are done, installations will be completed on a first-come, first-served basis, so apply now!

DIYers

If you want to dig the trench and install the conduit yourself as a way to try to get installation sooner, here are the detailed instructions.

Installation Process

All installations begin with a technician scouting your property. No appointment needed.

If installation of our fiber-optic line on utility poles to your home is not possible, the tech will determine whether there is an existing underground conduit that can be used.

A test called “rodding” will be done to make sure existing conduit is in good condition. If not, new conduit will be installed.

Underground conduit cannot have both electricity and internet lines in the same one.

Submit Your Information for the Affordable InstaZero-Cost Internet Install Program (ZIIP)

Do you rent or own this address?

Eligibility & Grant Qualification Questions

Please select your household income:*
Please select your estimated homestead property tax value:*
How many people live in your household?*
Installation provisions: *

• This installation agreement applies to a single (1) building structure (e.g. house, barn).  
• Movement or relocation of obstructions (e.g. a deck, stone walkways) in order to complete the installation is the sole responsibility of the homeowner.  NEKCV will attempt, but cannot guarantee, alternative installation access routes to the main building structure, where applicable.  
• Customers will be notified of the date range the outdoor portion of the underground or aerial installation will occur, at which time the customer can make a date change request.  
• Customers shall provide NEKCV and/or its subcontractors reasonable access to the property for site assessment and installation.
• The in-home installation will be scheduled at the customer’s convenience.

Terms of Agreement

Please read the Zero-Cost Internet Agreement and choose one of the two options below:*