The Shields Painting Difference: Perfection with Every Brush Stroke
Many painting companies in Florida rely on flashy marketing and big promises to try and attract new clients. But when it comes time to work, they fall short of their promises. This is often due to a lack of experience, qualified painters, and a drive to overachieve. At Shields Painting, we do things a little differently than other painting companies in Citrus County. We believe that a professional paint job should be as close to perfect as possible. Our goal is to leave you 100% satisfied, whether we're touching up an old residential paint job or performing a complex commercial project. It might sound simple, but we achieve that goal through honesty, hard work, beautiful results, and reasonable pricing.
As a family-owned and operated painting company in Ocala, FL, we strive to provide personalized, professional, and friendly service. Shields Painting has been in business since 1968 for a good reason. Whenever possible, we go the extra mile to make sure our customers are happy. Unlike some of our competition, we want to know all about your house or business painting project: your vision, your preferences, your challenges, and your goals. When we understand your needs, we can present you with a fantastic final product - one that you're proud to show off to friends and neighbors.
At Shields Painting, we combine our extensive experience with time-tested, meticulous painting processes, resulting in the highest quality painting results around. As a painting contractor in Citrus County, we can take on a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial projects in Florida.
A few of our most popular painting services include:
- Interior Painting
- Exterior Painting
- Residential Painting
- Commercial Painting
- Cabinet Painting
- Ceiling Painting
- Fence Painting
- Sign Painting
- MUCH More!
Our commercial, industrial, and residential painting contractors take the proper steps to protect your property and belongings while we work. Our team will clean up after ourselves, so your property is left clean and free of debris when we're done. After all, we think there's only one way to do a job, and that's the right way.
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Your Go-To House Painting Company in Ocala, FL
Your home is a haven of relaxation and solitude. It is uniquely you - a place where you can express who you are through style and design. Whether you need interior touch-ups for your crown molding or a new exterior coat of paint, hiring a reliable painting contractor is the best way to get quality results.
At Shields Painting, we know how important it is to have a home that highlights your tastes and personality. That's why we offer an extensive array of residential painting services in Citrus County. As tempting as it might be to try a DIY paint job, without the proper skills and experience, there is a good chance that the results will turn out less than satisfactory.
High-quality painting requires skill, experience, and patience. If you're a homeowner who needs residential painting services but doesn't have the time, patience, or skills to handle the job, look no further than Shields Painting. We offer accuracy, precision, and longevity with each paint job we perform. Our customers choose Shields Painting for their home because they receive:
- Free Quotes with Detailed Project Breakdowns
- Affordable Pricing
- Expert Painting Contractors
- High-Quality Paint Products
- Combo of Traditional and Modern Techniques
- Well-Maintained Tools
- Unmatched Craftsmanship
- Friendly, Personalized Service
- Good Old-Fashioned Hard Work!
The majority of our house painting services come in two forms: interior and exterior.
Interior Residential Painting
As an interior painting contractor with decades of experience, our expert technicians have developed an interior painting process that maximizes quality and emphasizes customer satisfaction. We understand that interior painting goes beyond aesthetics. It protects your ceilings and walls and helps you sustain a healthier place to live for your family. When only the finest craftsmanship will do inside your home, Shields Painting is here for you.
Our seasoned team of painting experts and craftsmen is dedicated to respecting your space and providing you with the look and feel you're craving inside your home. Whether you bought a new house and want to make it your own or need minor touch-ups but have no time, Shields Painting is ready to tackle the job, no matter how small or large.
Unlike some painting companies, our interior house painters take the time to get the details right, every time. For instance, color is only one aspect of your interior paint job. The paint sheen or finish is just as important. Certain finishes are better for living rooms and bedrooms than in kitchens and bathrooms. We'll help you find the right finish and paint colors for your home, so you don't have to worry about touch-ups or repainting.
Some of our most popular interior house painting services include:
- Ceiling Painting
- Popcorn Ceiling Removal
- Living Room Painting
- Bathroom Painting
- Basement Painting
- Color Consultations
- More
Cabinet Painting
Citrus County cabinet painting deserves its own section on this page because it requires more time, skill, and quality paint than most sections of your home. If your home's cabinets are built into its woodwork, replacing them can be obnoxiously expensive. Compared to the cost of installing new cabinets, painting your kitchen cabinets is much more affordable.
At Shields Painting, we specialize in transforming old cabinets into new, gorgeous features that are just as usable as they are beautiful. Each step of our cabinet painting process is meticulous and thorough. And we'll take care of the entire job, from cleaning, prep, and sanding to priming, painting, and reassembly. This unique service lets you enjoy a brand-new look in your kitchen without having to go into debt by replacing your cabinets.
Whether your cabinets are new, but you want to change their color or you'd like to transition wood cabinets to a painted finish, Shields Painting has the expertise and experience to give you a new look you'll love.
Exterior Residential Painting
Your home - it's a place that not only keeps your belongings safe. It protects your family and loved ones, too. It's one of your largest investments, and like anything else of value, it should be protected. However, Florida weather can take a toll on your home's structure and paint, lowering your home's value and even putting your family at risk.
While it's true that a beautiful exterior affects your house's value, it shouldn't take thousands of remodeling dollars to make a positive change to your home. There's a fine line between reasonable pricing and top-quality painting, and that sweet spot is what Shields Painting aims for. If you want to transform how your friends and neighbors see your home, never underestimate the power of a professional paint job.
Our exterior residential painting services are designed to boost curb appeal, give your home a fresh look, and help it stand up to Florida's unique weather. But we provide more than that. When you hire Shields Painting for your outdoor painting project, you will enjoy peace of mind in knowing that your home is in truly capable hands. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and help bring out the best in your property, whether you need to re-stain your deck or remove old, peeling paint from your siding.
If you're on the hunt for the very best exterior painting contractor in Ocala, FL, look no further than Shields Painting.
Some of our most popular exterior house painting services include:
- Vinyl Siding Painting
- Deck Painting and Staining
- Stucco Exterior Painting
- Wood Exterior Painting
- Porch Painting and Staining
- Soffit Painting
- Fascia Painting
- Window Painting
- Front Door Painting
- Thorough Painting Prep
- More
The Premier Commercial Painting Company in Ocala, FL
When it comes to first impressions, your businesses' appearance plays an important role. Your commercial property's paint job factors into its overall aesthetics. A great-looking, well-maintained paint job can mean the difference between a customer walking in your storefront and passing by. Conversely, an old, worn-out commercial paint job can send the wrong message to prospective customers. If you can't take the time to keep up your property's appearance, why would a customer spend their hard-earned money on your products?
The same goes for your businesses' interior paint. Would you want to do business with a company that has peeling paint or unsightly crown molding? At Shield's Painting, our goal is to create a beautiful environment that your customers and employees will love inside and out. When you work with our business painters, you can rest easy knowing we treat your business like it were our own. We always clean up after ourselves and know that operations cannot come to a halt just because we're painting. As such, we'll work with your busy schedule to ensure the job gets done right the first time without disrupting your day-to-day commitments.
With decades of commercial painting experience, we know the demands of a commercial painting project necessitate a disciplined and focused approach from the start. Our team of business painters is committed to delivering quality, on-time results on every project, every time - no excuses
We offer professional business painting services to a variety of building types, including:
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Industrial Painting
A high level of care and finesse are required to effectively paint an industrial property. At Shields Painting, we know that industrial paint jobs involve much more than aesthetics. That's why our industrial services are customized to your specifications, using industrial-grade materials that stand up to heavy-duty operations.
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Retail Store Painting
Our commercial painters apply effective, yet appealing interior and exterior paint that stand up to the daily rigors of busy retail environments.
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Small Business Painting
Do you own a restaurant franchise? Have a small "mom and pop" location that needs a fresh coat of paint? Shields Painting has the resources and reliability to efficiently get the job done the first time. That way, you can focus on serving your customers, not having your business repainted.
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Healthcare Location Painting
From walk-in clinics to long-term care facilities, Shields Painting is sensitive to your patients' needs. We know you must protect your patient's privacy while maintaining productivity. Our approach to healthcare location painting centers around your schedule to avoid disruptions in care.
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Apartment Complex Painting
Erase signs of wear and make your apartment complex or multi-family building a more desirable place to live with a stunning, professional paint job.
Florida's Most Trusted Painting Contractor
Shields Painting has been in the business since 1968. In a world where so much has changed, we are proud to uphold the ideals that make us successful: hard, honest work, getting the job done right, and excellent customer service. Providing you with trustworthy, quality work will always take priority over rushing through a project to serve the next customer. That is just not the way we choose to do business.
As professionals dedicated to perfection, we strive to provide a unique painting experience for every customer - one that focuses on their needs and desires instead of our own. Whether you need residential painting for your home or commercial painting for your business, we encourage you to reach out today to speak with our customer service team. Whether you have big ideas about a new paint project or need our expertise and guidance, we look forward to hearing from you soon.
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Ocala Symphony Orchestra announce their line-up of shows
WCJB Staffhttps://www.wcjb.com/2023/12/17/ocala-symphony-orchestra-announce-their-line-up-shows/
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Officials from the Ocala Symphony Orchestra are announcing their line-up of shows starting next year.They’ll have nine shows starting on January 14th, and going until April 28th.All of the concerts and events will be hosted at the Reilly Arts Center.Below is a full list of shows as links that you can click for more information:...
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Officials from the Ocala Symphony Orchestra are announcing their line-up of shows starting next year.
They’ll have nine shows starting on January 14th, and going until April 28th.
All of the concerts and events will be hosted at the Reilly Arts Center.
Below is a full list of shows as links that you can click for more information:
33rd Annual Young Artist Competition: Honors Recital
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra Silent Film Orchestra: “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra: Hungarian Pictures
Ocala Symphony’s 2024 Fundraising Gala
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra: Rhythmic Tides
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra: From Hogwarts to a Galaxy, Far, Far, Away!
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra: Bold Brahms
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra: Melodious Accord
The Ocala Symphony Orchestra: To the End of the Earth
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Florida man flings object at car, whips out sword during road rage fight over revving engine, deputies say
Dani Medinahttps://www.fox35orlando.com/news/florida-man-flings-object-at-car-whips-out-sword-during-road-rage-fight-over-revving-engine-deputies-say
OCALA, Fla. - A man from Ocala has found himself behind bars after he allegedly flung an object inside another man's vehicle and whipped out a sword during a road rage fight over his revved up engine, deputies said.Gervacio Aranca Jr. was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill, damage to property $1,000 or more, and throwing missile into a vehicle after the incident that unfolded near the 8000 block of SW Hwy 200 in Ocala last Friday, according to an arrest affidavit f...
OCALA, Fla. - A man from Ocala has found himself behind bars after he allegedly flung an object inside another man's vehicle and whipped out a sword during a road rage fight over his revved up engine, deputies said.
Gervacio Aranca Jr. was arrested and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill, damage to property $1,000 or more, and throwing missile into a vehicle after the incident that unfolded near the 8000 block of SW Hwy 200 in Ocala last Friday, according to an arrest affidavit from the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies responded and met with the victim, who said he was in a road rage incident with a man later identified as Aranca, a 65-year-old man from Ocala. The incident started when the two were at a traffic light and Aranca started to rev his engine, according to the affidavit. The victim confronted Aranca and tried to speak with him through his window, but Aranca started to drive off.
The two yelled at each other from their cars while driving down Highway 200, according to the affidavit. That's when Aranca allegedly threw an unknown object from his car that hit the back door of the victim's car, ultimately causing about $1,000 in damage, according to the victim. There was also a small dent and scratch on the car.
The incident doesn't end there. After driving down Highway 200, both parties pulled over and Aranca got out of his car with a sword in his hand, according to the affidavit. He came within a few feet of the victim and thrust the sword forward in an attempt to stab him, deputies said. The victim, who said he was in fear of being hurt, was able to get out of the way and run back to his car before calling 911 a second time, the affidavit said.
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The victim took a video of parts of the incident which he showed deputies. This video shows the two arguing with one another while driving down the street, and also the moment Aranca allegedly reaches into the pocket on the driver's side door and throwing something at the victim's car, according to the affidavit.
Deputies were able to find Aranca from the license plate on the vehicle in the video. When they went to his house the first time, he wasn't home. The second time, on Sunday, deputies were able to speak to Aranca, who said the victim initiated the road rage incident and "side swiped" his car, the affidavit said. Aranca said he was also in fear for his life as the victim pointed a gun at him, which was disproved by Aranca's wife, who said she never saw a firearm, the affidavit said.
When deputies asked Aranca why he didn't call 911 during the incident, he said he "didn't need to because the victim advised he was calling 911," the affidavit said.
After Aranca was read his Miranda Rights, he refused to speak with deputies. He was transported to the Marion County Jail, where he remains on $19,000 bond.
Ocala highlighted as 'haven' in national media story. Here's why it earned the acclaim
Jim Rosshttps://www.ocala.com/story/news/local/2023/10/06/ocala-highlighted-in-wsj-as-florida-city-that-avoids-hurricane-damage/71070013007/
When it comes to hurricanes, the national media usually focuses on Florida towns that suffer major hits. But the Wall Street Journal has just published a long article about Ocala/Marion County for the opposite reason — because the area usually escapes hurricane damage....
When it comes to hurricanes, the national media usually focuses on Florida towns that suffer major hits. But the Wall Street Journal has just published a long article about Ocala/Marion County for the opposite reason — because the area usually escapes hurricane damage.
The article, which went online Wednesday night and was in print on Friday, describes this area's relatively low risk of flooding, hurricanes and wind damage. It also highlights Ocala/Marion's natural beauty, horse farms, relatively low housing prices and friendly residents. All those factors and more are reasons people cite for moving here from other, more weather-exposed parts of Florida, the article notes.
The online headline: "Why this Florida city is a safe haven from hurricanes."
The Daily Mail from the United Kingdom picked up on the WSJ story and published a story of its own, headlined "Why is THIS Florida city a 'safe haven' from hurricanes while others in the state struggle to insure their storm-battered properties?"
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Exposure like this "keeps Ocala on a lot of people's radars," said Bartow McDonald, managing director of Ocala-based SVN | McDonald & Company, which specializes in land and commercial real estate.
"People are constantly on the search for the next piece of paradise," McDonald said, and Ocala checks a lot of the boxes they are looking to fill.
Kevin Sheilley, president and CEO of the Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership (CEP), also was happy to read the story.
"We are very pleased to see the Wall Street Journal featuring Ocala as a 'save haven' from severe climate events," he said. "We know this is important to families looking to relocate to our community but also to businesses. In fact, it is now part of our marketing to highlight the weather facts we enjoy here compared to other communities."
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Parents want answers after deadly deputy involved shooting in Florida happens near kids
Deborah Choehttps://www.fox35orlando.com/news/ocala-parents-want-answers-after-deadly-deputy-involved-shooting-happens-near-kids
OCALA, Fla. - Parents in Ocala, Florida are upset and angry over how a shooting involving a Marion County sheriff's deputy played out on Tuesday night.The deputy pulled 26-year-old Rasheem Edwards over near the corner of Emerald and Maricamp roads. The sheriff's office says the man was driving an unregistered dirt bike without any lights on. Deputies say Edwards...
OCALA, Fla. - Parents in Ocala, Florida are upset and angry over how a shooting involving a Marion County sheriff's deputy played out on Tuesday night.
The deputy pulled 26-year-old Rasheem Edwards over near the corner of Emerald and Maricamp roads. The sheriff's office says the man was driving an unregistered dirt bike without any lights on. Deputies say Edwards tried to run away.
"While he was running away, he tried reaching for a weapon that he had on him. He pulls out a weapon out as if he was to attack the deputy with a firearm. When he does, it comes flying out of his grip and lands on the ground," Lieutenant Paul Bloom said.
Lt. Bloom said Edwards got down to pick up the gun and tried again to point it at the deputy.
"The deputy at that point backs up a few steps and unfortunately has to shoot him to save his own life," Bloom said.
RELATED: Parent describes panic as Florida deputy shoots at fleeing armed suspect near football practice
The shooting happened not far from where youth sports were practicing Tuesday night. Parents tell FOX 35, it was very traumatizing what they and their kids witnessed and experienced.
Tara Cone was on her way to pick up her daughter from cheer practice when she got a call from her daughter about what happened.
"As a parent, your heart drops, your heart drops," she said.
On Wednesday night, the sheriff's office held a community meeting to provide grief and resources for families that were impacted by the shooting. Parents told FOX 35, they walked away more frustrated than they expected.
Nekisha Stroud said she was under the impression they'd be able to ask more questions about what happened. She was there with her son when gunshots rang out.
"I'm pissed off, traumatized, it's the lies for me, I was tossing and turning I couldn't really get sleep last night," Stroud said.
Lindsey Gonzalez was at the sports field with her son, he was hiding in the floorboard of her car when shots rang out.
"I was stuck I couldn't get out, I was stuck in my car with my child on the floorboard and gunshots were going off. My son was on the floorboard telling me, please leave, please leave," Gonzalez said.
Both Gonzalez and Stroud said because the shooting was so close to so many kids, they feared kids could have been hurt. They both want to see body camera videos to better understand why deputies needed to use deadly force in this situation.
Lt. Bloom said there is body camera video, but it can't be released right now since it's an active investigation. He said once it does get released, it will give parents a better idea as to why they had to use deadly force.
For now, football practices won't be held on that field near where the shooting happened. Lt. Bloom said where the shooting happened was not where anyone wanted it to happen.
"He carelessly came in there where children were, where they were practicing not too far away. This could have been much, much worse. Unfortunately what these children are dealing with now impacts these kids mental health, they're well-being"
Best Internet Providers in Ocala, Florida
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What is the best internet provider in Ocala?Cox is the best internet service provider in Ocala, offering some of the lowest starting prices in the city and the fastest speeds by far. There’s plenty to quibble about with Cox -- slow upload speeds, price increases and data caps -- but it’s essentially the only game in town for high-speed internet.If you’re looking for the lowest price, T-Mobile Home Internet is our pick for the cheapest internet in Ocala. Tru...
What is the best internet provider in Ocala?
Cox is the best internet service provider in Ocala, offering some of the lowest starting prices in the city and the fastest speeds by far. There’s plenty to quibble about with Cox -- slow upload speeds, price increases and data caps -- but it’s essentially the only game in town for high-speed internet.
If you’re looking for the lowest price, T-Mobile Home Internet is our pick for the cheapest internet in Ocala. True, it has the same $50 starting price as Cox, but T-Mobile offers a price-lock guarantee, includes equipment in the monthly price and offers unlimited data.
After Cox and T-Mobile, there’s a significant dropoff to our third pick, CenturyLink. The DSL provider offers speeds up to 80Mbps in Ocala -- enough for smaller households, but firmly on the slow side -- and all plans cost $55 a month, no matter which speed you get.
Our methodology
CNET considers speeds, pricing, customer service and overall value to recommend the best internet service in Ocala across many categories. Our evaluation includes referencing a proprietary database built over years of reviewing internet services. We validate that against provider information by spot-checking local addresses for service availability. We also do a close read of providers' terms and conditions and, when needed, will call ISPs to verify the details.
Despite our efforts to find the most recent and accurate information, our process has some limitations you should know about. Pricing and speed data are variable: certain addresses may qualify for different tiers of service, and monthly costs may vary, even within a city. The best way to identify your particular options is to plug your address into a provider's website.
Also, the prices, speed and other information listed above and in the provider cards below may differ from what we found in our research. The cards display the full range of a provider's pricing and speed across the US, according to our database of plan information provided directly by ISPs, while the text is specific to what's available in Ocala. The prices referenced within this article's text come from our research and include applicable discounts for setting up automatic payments each month -- a standard industry offering. Other discounts and promotions might also be available for things like signing a term contract or bundling with multiple services.
To learn more about how we review internet providers, visit our full methodology page.
Best internet in Ocala, Florida
Best internet provider in Ocala, FL
Our take - Cox is the only internet provider in Ocala that offers a cable or fiber connection, making it an easy choice for our top pick. It has a wide array of plans available in the area, with speeds up to 2,000Mbps and prices starting at $50 a month. Because it’s a cable internet provider, upload speeds are much lower than download, which could be an issue if you work from home or play games online. But since there are no true fiber providers in Ocala, this will be an issue with every provider. All plans include equipment for free for the first two years, and most also guarantee prices for two years.
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Cable, some fiber
Speed range
25 - 2,000 Mbps
Price range
$40 - $100 per month
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Our take - Technically, T-Mobile and Cox have the same starting price -- $50 a month -- but with T-Mobile, you’ll never have to worry about your price increasing. The fixed wireless provider offers download speeds up to 245Mbps and upload speeds up to 31Mbps, and everything you need is included in the base price. While T-Mobile’s speeds don’t go as high as Cox’s, they’re still fast enough for most people: T-Mobile received a score of 73/100 from the American Customer Satisfaction Index, compared to 64/100 for Cox.
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Fixed wireless
Speed range
72 - 245 Mbps
Price range
$50 per month
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Our take - I wouldn’t typically recommend DSL internet -- the technology provides significantly slower speeds than cable, fiber or 5G home internet. Still, it’s a decent backup option in Ocala if you can’t get Cox or T-Mobile. CenturyLink’s DSL plans go up to 100Mbps download speeds, but the speeds you’ll have access to depend on your address. After plugging in a few Ocala addresses, the highest speed I saw was 80Mbps. All CenturyLink DSL plans cost $55 a month, no matter what speed you get, plus $15 a month if you rent a modem.
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DSL
Speed range
10 - 140 Mbps
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How to find internet deals and promotions in Ocala
The best internet deals and top promotions in Ocala depend on what discounts are available during a given time. Most deals are short-lived, but we look frequently for the latest offers.
Ocala internet providers, such as Verizon, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Others, including Cox, CenturyLink and T-Mobile Home Internet, run the same standard pricing year-round.
For a more extensive list of promos, check out our guide on the best internet deals.
Source: CNET analysis of provider data.
What’s a good internet speed?
Most internet connection plans can now handle basic productivity and communication tasks. If you're looking for an internet plan that can accommodate videoconferencing, streaming video or gaming, you'll have a better experience with a more robust connection. Here's an overview of the recommended minimum download speeds for various applications, according to the FCC. Note that these are only guidelines -- and that internet speed, service and performance vary by connection type, provider and address.
For more information, refer to our guide on how much internet speed you really need.
How CNET chose the best internet providers in Ocala
Internet service providers are numerous and regional. Unlike the latest smartphone, laptop, router or kitchen tool, it’s impractical to personally test every ISP in a given city. So what’s our approach? We start by researching the pricing, availability and speed information, drawing on our own historical ISP data, the provider sites and mapping information from the Federal Communications Commission at FCC.gov.
But it doesn’t end there. We go to the FCC’s website to check our data and ensure we consider every ISP that provides service in an area. We also input local addresses on provider websites to find specific options for residents. We look at sources, including the American Customer Satisfaction Index and J.D. Power, to evaluate how happy customers are with an ISP’s service. ISP plans and prices are subject to frequent changes; all information provided is accurate as of publication.
Once we have this localized information, we ask three main questions:
While the answer to those questions is often layered and complex, the providers who come closest to “yes” on all three are the ones we recommend. When it comes to selecting the cheapest internet service, we look for the plans with the lowest monthly fee, though we also factor in things like price increases, equipment fees and contracts. Choosing the fastest internet service is relatively straightforward. We look at advertised upload and download speeds and consider real-world speed data from sources like Ookla and FCC reports.