In the endless saga of terrible internet service, two Michigan bros decided they’d had enough of Comcast’s mediocre speeds and wallet-draining prices. Samuel Herman and Alexander Baciu, brothers-in-law with construction chops, weren’t just going to complain – they were going to build their own darn internet service provider. 🛠️

From Frustration to Fiber

Herman, who grew up in a massive household of 10 people, knew the pain of slow internet all too well. Constant buffering, endless customer service calls, and speeds that couldn’t handle a family’s digital needs pushed him over the edge. When traditional ISPs ignored their area, these tech-savvy entrepreneurs said “challenge accepted” and launched Prime-One.

David vs. Goliath of Internet

With just 15 local employees and a whole lot of determination, Prime-One started serving customers in January 2025. Their pitch? Symmetrical gigabit speeds at $80 a month, no contracts, unlimited data, and actual human customer support. They’ve already wired about 1,500 homes and have plans to expand to 4,000.

Local Heroes, Digital Pioneers

Comcast is shaking in its corporate boots, reportedly calling customers to offer discounted rates. But Herman and Baciu aren’t backing down. They’re building underground fiber networks, offering transparent pricing, and giving their community something they’ve desperately needed: a real internet choice. Take that, big telecom! 💪