WELCOME TO
GREEN HILLS FIBER BUILDOUT
Green Hills Communications is expanding our fiber network! As part of our long-term commitment to rural communities, Green Hills is investing more than $42 million over the next five years to bring high-speed fiber connectivity to the areas we serve. In 2026 alone, we plan to construct 471 miles of new fiber infrastructure. We’ve partnered with North Missouri Construction to upgrade your area with our state-of-the-art fiber network—delivering faster, more reliable internet and phone service designed to meet the needs of today and tomorrow. This investment ensures our rural communities have access to the same advanced technology and connectivity as larger cities, supporting homes, businesses, education, and economic growth for years to come.
CURRENT PROJECTS
Higginsville Line 5
Stage 3 | Estimated Completion Spring 2025
Higginsville Line 3
Stage 1 | Estimated Completion Summer 2026
Polo Line 3
Stage 1 | Estimated Completion Summer 2026
Knoxville
Stage 1 | Estimated Completion Summer 2026
Higginsville Hwy 213
Final | Scheduling Installs Now
ACTION REQUIRED!
Most projects take approximately 5-6 months to complete, and Green Hills needs your input throughout the process. This chart indicates the key stages of our project and when communication is needed. Your action is essential in ensuring our fiber projects stay on track to be completed in a smooth and timely manor. We appreciate your prompt communication and are excited for you to start enjoying our new fiber services soon!
Questions? Contact Sherryl Garcia, Project Coordinator at 800-846-3426
For price inquiries, contact Mandy Cox, Residential Sales Executive at 800-846-3426 or Tony Figg, Business Services Manager at 660-644-5555.
Why take a fiber drop?
- Faster Installation – When you decide to get fiber internet, your home will already be connected, meaning a quicker, hassle-free installation!
- Increases Home Value – Homes with fiber connectivity are in high demand. Having a fiber drop in place increases your homes value by 3.1% can make your property more attractive to future buyers.
- Future-Proofs Your Home – Fiber internet is the gold standard for fast, reliable connections. Having the infrastructure in place ensures your home is ready for the best technology available.
- Boosts Your Neighborhood’s Connectivity – More fiber-ready homes mean stronger community-wide broadband access benefiting everyone in the area.
Fiber Buildout FAQs
What are the flags in my yard for?
White flags indicate the route for placing fiber lines. Colored flags indicate underground utility and placement a professional locate is required by law before we can begin construction.
Do I need to mark private inground systems that may be burried on my property?
Yes, private utilities and systems such as sprinkler and irrigation systems, invisible fences, private water supply lines, etc. must be marked my the property owner.
How long will the flags and/or markings be in place?
The construction crew will remove the flags when they have completed that portion of the buildout or fiber drop. Actual length of placement time may vary based on the project and external factors impacting construction. Once flags have been place, DO NOT move them. If you have questions or issues with flag placement, contact Sherryl at 800-846-3426
How long will construction take?
Construction times can vary by project. You will receive text messages, emails, and/or mailers throughout the construction process to keep you updated. You can also refer to this page for project updates as they progress or call our local team at 800-846-3426.
Why is there a pedestal in my yard and what is it for?
An internet pedestal is a small utility box that protects underground internet cables and equipment. It’s part of the neighborhood network and often serves multiple homes, not just yours.
It’s usually placed in a utility easement, which is why it can be in your yard even though it’s owned by the internet provider. Technicians use it to access, repair, or upgrade service without digging.
Homeowners shouldn’t move or open it, but normal landscaping around it is fine as long as access is kept clear.
Who is North Missouri Construction?
North Missouri Construction is the trusted, local construction company contracted by Green Hills Communications to buildout and install our fiber services. Their trucks will be marked with a black NCMI logo.
How do I contact Green Hills Communications about a construction concern?
Our local team is happy to answer and questions or address concerns that come up during the buildout process. You may direct these to Sherryl, our project coordinator, by calling 800-846-3426.
The Fiber Buildout Journey
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1 • Design
Our team of local engineers plan out the network layout to determine the most efficient route to deliver fiber services to our customers.
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2 • Approval
Green Hills collaborates with local officials for approval of the project design and obtains any necessary easements and permits required to begin the project.
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3 • Staking & Boring
Staking and surveying crews verify routes, locate underground utilities, and carefully identify and mark any obstacles or barriers along the planned fiber route. Our contractors, North Missouri Construction, will then come through with the boring machine to dig the path the mainline fiber will follow.
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4 • Construction of Mainline
Our contractors, North Missouri Construction, will lay the main fiber line in the public right-of-way. This will include installing pipe and pulling fiber through. This fiber line is what each individual service address will connect to.
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5 • Flagging Your Yard
After mainline construction is complete, our contractors will call you to discuss where the fiber line will be placed on your property to connect your residents or business to the main fiber line. The fiber line running from the mainline to your home is often referred to as a “drop”. Flags will be placed on your property to indicate this path. Please DO NOT move or remove these flags.
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6 • Fiber Drop to Premises
North Missouri Construction will take an underground fiber drop from the mainline to your home or business. This will require our crews dig in your yard with minimal disturbance. Once the drop is complete, our crews will restore your yard to its original condition.
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7 • Splicing
North Missouri Construction will connect the buried fiber to the box on the side of your home or building. Once all premises along the fiber route have been spliced, the line will be tested to ensure the services are working properly and ready for installation.
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8 • Internet Installation & Testing
One of our Customer Service representatives will call you to schedule your installation, then our local, friendly technicians will come to your location to install and set up your internet services. Your connection will be tested and the CommandIQ app will be set up if you have subscribed to Green Hills’ Ultimate Wi-Fi. Now you are ready to start enjoying your new fiber internet services!