Do you work in Mount Pearl NL, and need better Internet service?
There are at least 4 providers offering different levels of service in town, and the difference in performance (and price) can be vast.
You’re in luck this article will explain the options for Business Internet in Mount Pearl, NL.
Here at Internet Advice our researchers have one goal:
To make you more educated in your Business Internet buying decision!
In a rush? Try our top picks after 11 hours of research!
Top Pick Speed – Bell (fiber)
Summary
Once a carrier invests fibre-optics, it’s difficult to beat them on speed and reliability if the price is right.
Bell, from our research, has fibre-optic internet in the majority of residential St. John’s, which is why they score 4/5 on the service type metric, as we expect they are not in all the business parks yet.
Top Value Internet – Rogers (cable)
Summary
With a cable-based network and many favorable recommendations through research. Rogers performs well for a value Internet provider in St. John’s.
Cable-based Internet is cheaper than fibre-optic (dedicated) and a good choice for many small businesses.
Top Internet Options in Mount Pearl
Bell Canada in Mount Pearl, NL
Summary
Bell Canada
Once a carrier invests fibre-optics, it’s difficult to beat them on speed and reliability if the price is right.
Bell, from our research, has fibre-optic internet in the majority of Mount Pearl, which is why they score 5/5 on the service type metric.
Bell still has room for improvement in customer service, but hopefully, with fibre, you won’t need to call in for help too often.
Starlink in Mount Pearl, NL
Summary
Starlink operates a Low-Earth-Obit Internet network, which is providing a great new option for small-medium business in Canada.
On the outskirts of smaller cities like Mount Pearl, where fibre-optic cable is not ubiquitous, and businesses are wanting to do more on the Internet, Starlink is a perfect option to try.
Through our polls the Facebook community in other Newfoundland cities, users also agreed. A comment from Robert Marshall was “Starlink far and away”, when asked what the best Internet in Gander,NL was.
For the business looking for support, this is one area Starlink is still working to improve – it’s mostly self-service. Learn more in our ultimate starlink guide
If you rely on Internet for communication, look to spend more with Bell, Rogers, or Eastlink and get dedicated fibre.
Another alternative is adding a cable-based Internet with Starlink, and using a smart SD-WAN device to make your Internet extremely reliable.
Xplor in Mount Pearl, NL
Summary
Xplor is Geostationary Satellite Internet. They are, however, investing in fiber-to-the-home in select regions of Canada, certainly Newfoundland, but not everywhere. See their news release to learn more.
GEO satellite means the satellite is far away from Earth, and remains in the same place relative to earth.
Xplor (previously Xplornet) has a long experience with Satellite Internet, and serving the customers who have no other option. GEO Internet has high latency, and Xplornet does not have a great reputation for customer service, but for those hard-to-reach locations, it is an option.
Rogers in Mount Pearl, NL
Summary
With a cable-based network, and many favorable recommendations through research. Rogers performs well for an Internet provider in Mount Pearl.
Availability is rated 4 because they would not reach all outskirts of town, also because there will be lots of ariel distribution, which can reduce reliability.
In our research on other Newfoundland cities, a Reddit contributor mentioned “Really depends on what you want it for, I’m with Roger’s, and has no issues with it”
Service type is 4 because a cable-based network can have its challenges compared to fibre, but it’s certainly better than DSL.
What should a business consider when buying Internet in Mount Pearl, NL?
When looking at an Internet decision for a business, you need to look at:
- What’s available?
- What are my business needs?
- What is my budget?
I hope we’ve already answered question 1 for you.
You have fibre-optic, Coax(cable), Geo Satellite, and LEO Satellite. Other small business options you may find are mobility, and sometimes fixed-wireless. We did not review those options in this study.
For question 2, “what are my business needs?”, you need to refine your needs in your own terms. For example;
- “I want to communicate clearly with my clients on the phone, and on video calls.”
This requirement can be translated into the technical requirement, “I want low latency and low packet-loss for clear communication”.
Another example would be;
- “When the Internet goes down, I want it fixed immediately”
This can be translated into, “I want an Internet service provider that has a local presence, and a history of fixing problems quickly”.
Another requirement this could create is for a premium service level agreement, which holds your ISP accountable to provide a reliable service.
For more ideas on how to translate business needs into technical requirements, check out our article on “Why is Business Internet more Expensive?”
What’s the best Business Internet in Mount Pearl, NL?
For any business, you need to evaluate based on performance and budget. You should also consider how the different services can work together.
There is overhead (on telephone poles) cable distribution in business parks like Dundee Ave.
While overhead lines are cheaper to deploy, they bring higher risk. If a large truck or windstorm takes out the pole, down goes the Internet.
In business parks like this, if you are a business, you can find risk reduction by adding a satellite option like Xplor or Starlink.
The satellite providers will not likely rely on the same provider as your local cable, which means you’ll always be connected.
How is Internet infrastructure built around Mount Pearl?
Telecom carriers in Mount Pearl have chosen the mix of Ariel and Underground fibre-optic Cable.
For example, look on the south side of Smallwood drive, and you’ll see fibre-optic cable strung up on the telephone poles. You will also see it dip down and go underground periodically. This is common as the method for distributing fibre-optic or cable-telecommunication in newer residential developments.
There are only a few carriers that own infrastructure in the city. Bell owns their own fibre-optic and DSL infrastructure. Rogers owns their own cable (Co-axil) infrastructure.
Eastlink owns their own fibre-optic network. The others we reviewed may not own their own local network.
Providers like Starlink and Xplor Satellite do not need to use any infrastructure around town, their dish points to the sky.
Is it too windy in Mount Pearl for Wireless or Satellite Internet?
According to weatherspark.com, The windier part of the year in Mount Pearl lasts for 5.9 months, from October 14 to April 10, with average wind speeds of more than 19.8 kilometers per hour. The windiest month of the year in Mount Pearl is January, with an average hourly wind speed of 24.3 kilometers per hour.
This is not extreme, but can still be menacing to satellite dishes.
Wind can pose a problem for satellite dishes. In areas with high winds, the dish may get knocked over or exposed to debris. Strong winds can also cause the antenna to swing and make it harder for the signal to be received. When wind is too high, you should move your dish to a sheltered area.
Since satellite dishes are in open air, strong winds can blow them over, which can reduce the signal’s strength. If strong winds are a problem in your area, consider moving your dish indoors or using a tripod stand to keep it steady. This will help reduce any signal loss caused by wind.
The strongest winds are those that occur during tropical storms and hurricanes when gusts reach above 80mph (130 km/h). If this happens, you should take cover immediately as there is a risk of flying debris resulting in injury or damage to your dish.
As with all equipment, ensure that your satellite dish is securely attached and not exposed to high levels of vibration.
Can I get Starlink in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland?
Yes you can get Starlink in Mount Pearl. According to the Space-X Starlink website, the majority of the population in Canada can now access Starlink.
Conclusion
If you’re a business in Mount Pearl looking for better Internet, we hope this guide has answered some of your questions, and made your buying decision just a little easier.
If we made any mistakes, or you know something that could make this guide better for other businesses in Mount Pearl, please leave it in the comments below.
Thank you for reading!
