Few accomplishments are as rewarding as waking up in the morning and hitting your target weight. You've worked hard to drop those unwanted pounds all year long, and you deserve a huge round of applause for what you've accomplished. However, if you're like many men and women, getting the sleek, sculpted body you crave is easier said than done. You've got pockets of unwanted fat around your abdomen, thighs, chin, and other areas - fat that just won't go away, despite diet and exercise.
Wouldn't it be nice to just freeze that fat away and forget all about your love handles?
At Southern Cosmetic Laser, our new, revolutionary fat-freezing treatment can help you achieve the toned look you've been dreaming of. That's right - we're talking about literally freezing the unwanted fat off your problem areas without invasive surgeries or extended downtime.
This amazing treatment is called CoolSculpting, and it's the world's leading non-invasive fat reduction procedure. It's specifically designed for people already at their desired weight who want to push past that plateau for real body sculpting results. If you're tired of seeing that excess belly fat, saggy skin, or double chin, CoolSculpting is the procedure for you. Southern Cosmetic Laser offers a wide range of the newest technologies to target fat reduction, skin tightening, facial and body remodeling, body toning, and cellulite reduction.
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What is CoolSculpting?
CoolSculpting is an FDA-approved procedure that has undeniable results. With CoolSculpting, you can permanently get rid of your muffin top, fat around your flanks, and more, all from the comfort and convenience of the Southern Cosmetic Laser office.
Technically known as cryolipolysis, CoolSculpting has the ability to reduce the number of fat cells in targeted areas between 20 and 25%. This unique technology uses controlled cooling to freeze and eliminate fat with minimal recovery time. No needles, no scalpels, no liposuction. Just real results provided by a licensed, experienced professional.
While CoolSculpting helps eliminate fat cells in your body, it doesn't harm the surrounding skin and muscles. Instead, it treats fat that is directly under the skin, also called subcutaneous fat. Since CoolSculpting doesn't target visceral fat deposits, this treatment works best for men and women who are approaching or already at their desired weight.
CoolSculpting is approved by the FDA to help reduce fat in the following areas:
- Flanks
- Outer Thighs
- Upper Arms
- Inner Thighs
- Chin
- Back
- Belly and Abdomen
How Does CoolSculpting Work?
CoolSculpting results are noticeable, proven, and long-lasting, helping you look your best and feel great from every angle. This exciting procedure works because fat cells freeze at higher temps than other tissues. As such, CoolSculpting delivers controlled, targeted cooling to do away with unwanted fat underneath your skin. These fat cells are essentially frozen or crystallized and eventually die. With time, your body will process that fat and will eliminate the dead cells, leaving behind a more sculpted physique.
Here are some quick CoolSculpting facts at a glance, so you have a better idea of why this fat cell elimination treatment is so popular:
- There is no prep time required for CoolSculpting from Southern Cosmetic Laser.
- Patients can expect some very minor discomfort during the procedure. Many patients report no discomfort at all.
- There is little-to-no downtime needed after your CoolSculpting procedure is complete.
- It may take up to 12-16 weeks to see your final results.
- This procedure eliminates fat permanently!
Southern Cosmetic Laser's CoolSculpting Procedure
Our CoolSculpting procedure is crafted around your comfort, with one-on-one attention in a relaxing atmosphere. It all starts with a detailed assessment, which you will complete prior to your treatment. This assessment will help us better understand your goals and desires, so we can freeze away the stubborn fat from the areas that matter most.
Typical CoolSculpting appointments take about an hour per area, though that time varies with each patient. Because our CoolSculpting applicators use a vacuum system to help with placement, you may feel a pulling sensation in the targeted area. Once placement is complete, we get to work on freezing your fat.
Before treatment, your skin is prepped with an alcohol wipe. A gel pad is then placed on your treatment area to help protect your skin. From there, a cold sensation is delivered through our applicators, which are designed for specific body parts.
Because there is no sedation involved with CoolSculpting, we encourage you to kick back, relax, and watch a little TV. If you prefer, you can also read or use your phone to check your favorite social media sites. Our friendly, experienced CoolSculpting technicians strive to keep you as comfy as possible during this quick treatment. When it's over, you can resume normal activities as soon as you like - there's no recovery or downtime to worry about!
Top CoolSculpting Treatment Areas
CoolSculpting procedures are perhaps best known for eliminating stubborn belly fat, giving the patient a desirable, contoured tummy. However, this treatment is also very effective on other areas of your body:
CoolSculpting for Your Double Chin
While neck fat usually goes hand-in-hand with weight gain, symptoms like double chins can appear even if you're not overweight. CoolSculpting helps solve neck fat problems by eliminating fat cells in the area below your chin, giving you a slim, youthful appearance.
CoolSculpting for Unwanted Belly Fat
Many men and women begin CoolSculpting treatments to destroy fat around the abdomen or midsection. CoolSculpting does so by freezing stubborn subcutaneous fat in the abdominal region, resulting in a trimmed-up tummy. Remember, CoolSculpting does not treat visceral fat, or the fatty tissue surrounding the organs in your abdomen.
CoolSculpting for Your Back
Back fat is a serious problem for many people in the U.S. This includes the upper back (where fat rolls over the bra), the mid-back (near the waist), and the lower back (where fat bulges over the beltline). Back fat can be hard to tone, but with CoolSculpting from Southern Cosmetic Laser in Aiken, it's more than possible.
CoolSculpting for Your Upper Arms
When it comes to stubborn fat, your upper arms are often the most difficult areas to treat. If you are constantly trying to hide your upper arms from friends and family, CoolSculpting is an excellent option to help overcome your insecurity.
CoolSculpting for Your Love Handles
Sometimes called saddlebags or flanks, love handles are the flabby areas that protrude from your hips. Love handles are often caused by fat retention over long periods of time. They can appear very pronounced in tight clothing, leading to feelings of embarrassment. Common factors that contribute to love handles are age, slow metabolism, hormones, and diets high in sugars and fats. With Southern Cosmetic Laser's CoolSculpting, patients leave behind stubborn love handles, helping them achieve a slimmer, more fit appearance.
CoolSculpting for Your Thighs
If you are in good shape but suffer from chafing or discomfort due to fatty thighs, your solution could be at Southern Cosmetic Laser. Our technicians can help freeze away inner thigh fat, so you feel proud to wear skirts, shorts, and bikinis.
Questions About CoolSculpting? We've Got Answers
Q: Does CoolSculpting really work?
A: Yes! Southern Cosmetic Laser wouldn't be one of the most trusted providers of the treatment if it didn't work. According to recent statistics, CoolSculpting treatments can reduce fat reduction by as much as 25% in the affected area. Contact our office today for your initial consultation, where our team will advise you on how many treatments you need to meet your goals.
Q: How much does CoolSculpting cost?
A: Pricing varies depending on the areas you focus on and how many sessions you need in order to reach your goals. Our team will craft a custom treatment plan specific to you during your initial CoolSculpting consultation.
Q: How quickly will I see results?
A: Many patients can see results as soon as three weeks after their first CoolSculpting procedure in Aiken. As your body continues to dispose of crystallized fat cells, you can see even more changes with time.
Q: Does CoolSculpting eliminate cellulite?
A: CoolSculpting is designed for fat reduction. However, it may help contribute to cellulite reduction in specific treatment areas. There are currently no FDA clearances for cellulite reduction with CoolSculpting. However, our office offers incredible treatments like Inmode Evolve to reduce the appearance of cellulite and trim, tighten, and tone your skin.
Q: Why should I choose Southern Cosmetic Laser for CoolSculpting in Aiken?
A: Southern Cosmetic Laser is a CoolSculpting certified practice and has completed advanced training at the CoolSculpting University. With a highly-trained staff of medical professionals, we're one of the leading providers of CoolSculpting in South Carolina. We know that peace of mind is precious these days. That's why we're committed to you and your body contouring transformation every step of the way.
Popular Treatments That Complement CoolSculpting
We are a full-service practice offering Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetic Dermatology services. As such, Southern Cosmetic Laser has several innovative treatments that complement your CoolSculpting procedure. Whether you're looking to tighten up that turkey neck or say goodbye to cellulite, we've got a custom treatment option waiting for you.
Cellulite Treatment with Sentient Sculpt
Southern Cosmetic Laser is Aiken's first medical aesthetics practice to offer Sentient Sculpt. This exciting new product reduces fat, remodels skin tissue, and regenerates skin collagen, leaving your skin tight and smooth.
Using microwave technology, Sentient Sculpt uses up to 80% of the energy generated to penetrate fat under your skin. This process destroys fat cells and the fibrous bands that cause dimples, or cellulite. The remaining 20% of energy is used on the upper layers of your skin, tightening and contracting it to improve its overall appearance.
Sentient Sculpt benefits include:
- Long-Lasting Results
- Improved Skin Laxity
- Effective Skin Tightening & Fat Reduction
- Fat Cells Permanently Destroyed
- Younger Looking Skin
- Minimal Discomfort
- Built-In Cooling for Maximum Comfort
Contact Southern Cosmetic Laser today to learn more about the benefits of Sentient Sculpt and how it can be paired with CoolSculpting treatments.
Kybella for Your Double Chin
If you're ready to kiss that double chin goodbye, Kybella could be the solution you need. Kybella is a treatment that deoxycholic acid that breaks down fat cells when injected into the treatment area. It provides noticeable results for improved chin profile.
Kybella Benefits Include:
- Permanent destruction of fat cells
- Quick treatment process
- Patients may see results in 2 to 4 treatments
Facial Remodeling with Inmode Evoke
Inmode Evoke is the first and only FDA-approved, non-invasive product for facial remodeling treatment. Evoke offers tightening and lifting for facial rejuvenation and can help you achieve a more defined neck and jawline.
The Evoke Intelligence System regulates temperature and sense impedance every millisecond, providing remarkable results. Using proven bipolar radiofrequency energy, Evoke sub-dermally remodels your facial tissue. The Evoke technology offers precise, consistent power to achieve optimal results.
Tite, Trim, & Tone with Inmode Evolve
This advanced, state-of-the-art Thermal Body Contouring Technology helps to trim, tighten, & tone your skin at the same time. Evolve's cutting-edge tech can destroy fat, reduce cellulite, and tighten skin. The result? A newfound, youthful appearance and feel. This treatment is perfect for your mommy makeover, eliminating muffin tops, sculpting abs, and addressing fat around your thighs, belly, arms, legs, hips, and knees.
Benefits of Inmode Evolve include:
- Tone and Tighten Skin
- Eliminate Fat Cells
- Reduce Crepey Skin
- Reduce Saggy Skin
- Collagen Stimulation for Improved Skin Elasticity
- Smooth Over Stubborn Fat Pockets
- Even Out and Reduce Skin Irregularities
Contact Southern Cosmetic Laser today to learn more about the benefits of Inmode Evolve and how it can be paired with CoolSculpting treatments.
Discover CoolSculpting Precision and Unlimited Beauty with Southern Cosmetic Laser
When it comes to unmatched patient care and body contouring services in Aiken, no other practice comes close to Southern Cosmetic Laser. We pour passion into every service we offer, from non-surgical fat cell freezing to laser hair removal. If you're looking to make a change for the better this year, we're here to make your wishes a reality. Contact our office today to learn more about the stunning benefits of CoolSculpting technology. Before you know it, you'll be excited to show off that new bathing suit or bikini on the beach.
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USC Aiken softball coming into PBC tournament with no fear this weekend
TAYLOR BELTZ tbeltz@aikenstandard.comhttps://www.postandcourier.com/aikenstandard/sports/localsports/usca-softball-pbc-tournament-flagler/article_b3782b90-0310-11ef-88ea-1b623ffe6322.html
USC Aiken softball doesn’t feel like underdogs going into the Peach Belt Conference tournament this weekend.Coming off of two losses to Georgia Southwestern to finish off their regular season, the Pacers are confident they can bounce back for a tournament run. They finished their season with a 28-20 overall record and 11-13 in the conference.“Going from our last couple series, I think that we've left some opportunities on the table,” said head coach Jaclin Poole. “So I think that we are focused and ready...
USC Aiken softball doesn’t feel like underdogs going into the Peach Belt Conference tournament this weekend.
Coming off of two losses to Georgia Southwestern to finish off their regular season, the Pacers are confident they can bounce back for a tournament run. They finished their season with a 28-20 overall record and 11-13 in the conference.
“Going from our last couple series, I think that we've left some opportunities on the table,” said head coach Jaclin Poole. “So I think that we are focused and ready to get back on track.”
USCA will travel to North Georgia as the fifth seed to play Flagler in a double-elimination round. Flagler took two out of three games against the Pacers during the regular season but Poole said they’ve learned a lot from the series. In April, the Pacers took game one 5-3 but lost the last two 2-0 and 14-6 in six innings.
USCA looks to clean up defensively and adjust at the plate to produce more timely hits this time around against the Saints.
“We've spent a lot of time this week in preparation with our batting, with our mental approach at the plate,” Poole said. “So hopefully we are better prepared going against Flagler. It helps that we just played them recently, so it's fresh on our mind, to be able to make those adjustments relatively quickly.”
Flagler comes into the tournament with a 15-9 record against conference opponents.
This year’s freshmen have become the backbone for the Pacers offensively, and Poole is looking for them to continue their dominance at the plate to support the seniors at the end of their careers.
Catcher Austyn Dixon leads the team with 53 RBI on 52 hits and 13 home runs, while infielder Kate Newberry comes in second with 10 home runs and 28 RBI this season.
“I think for the freshmen; they have not played with much fear the entire year,” she said. “So I don't think they necessarily feel fear, feel that jitteriness that normally comes with the tournament feeling. But in the back of their mind, they're still playing for those seniors.”
Seniors Mallory Shaver and Jena Dewalt lead the team in batting average at .396 and .386, respectively. Senior Skylar Morley is also an asset on the base paths with 15 stolen bases in 16 attempts.
Aside from performance on the field, Poole said its their teamwork that gives USCA an edge against conference opponents.
“Our team chemistry has been what's kept us afloat all year,” she said. “I think that there's been some times where we've had to fight and claw back, and I think it's the team chemistry side of that is what really keeps us strong. So I think that that's our advantage. In our conference, it's a dogfight no matter who you're playing.”
USC Aiken had a day to prepare in North Georgia before game one at 4:30 p.m. Friday. Poole said the team is looking forward to the challenge even with finals looming on the horizon.
“It's always just an exciting time of year,” she said. “Granted the girls have a lot going on with their exams and graduations and those kinds of things. But I think first and foremost, the thought is we need to go as long as we can and we want to keep this going for our seniors. So we're really excited about that.”
Today's events for April 25
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The Aiken Civic Orchestra will perform a concert titled Virtuosity at 7 p.m. today at the Etherredge Center on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. The concert is part of the orchestra's Classical Series and will feature Alexander Borodin's Symphony No. 2 in B Minor and Antonin Dvorak's Cello Concerto in B Minor. Claire Bryant also will perform. Tickets are $20. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 803-641-3305 or visit usca....
The Aiken Civic Orchestra will perform a concert titled Virtuosity at 7 p.m. today at the Etherredge Center on the campus of USC Aiken, 471 University Parkway. The concert is part of the orchestra's Classical Series and will feature Alexander Borodin's Symphony No. 2 in B Minor and Antonin Dvorak's Cello Concerto in B Minor. Claire Bryant also will perform. Tickets are $20. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 803-641-3305 or visit usca.edu/etherredge-center.
A Tween Book Club will meet at 4:15 p.m. Thursday at the Aiken County Public Library, 314 Chesterfield St. S.W. Read one of your favorite books then join the club for snacks, a discussion and an activity. For more information or to register, call the circulation desk at 803-642-2020 ext. 1121. This program is designed for ages 11-13.
A presentation titled "Just Sharing: Building Community through Stories of our Past" will be held Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at the Aiken Center for the Arts, 122 Laurens St. S.W. A panel of scholars and historians will share stories of the past and lessons learned. The event is free. Light refreshments will be served.
Amp The Alley will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday in The Alley in downtown Aiken. Rae's Creek Revival will perform. Concerts will be held every Thursday through Aug. 29. For more information, visit ampthealley.com.
The following programs will be offered Thursday at Aiken Senior Life Services, 1310 E. Pine Log Road: Let's Listen Club, 11:30 a.m., Kathryn Isaac, free; Still Life Studio Club, 1:30 p.m., A.C. Daniel, free; and Tech Talk: Social Media Part 2, Sierra Andrews, 3:30 p.m., $8. For more information, visit aikensenior.org.
4 Cats in the Doghouse play jazz from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays at The Willcox, 100 Colleton Ave.
The Cumbee Center will hold its 2024 Sexual Assault Awareness Month Professional Training Conference from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday at Piedmont Technical College, 506 Main St., Edgefield. The training will offer a closer look at the complexity of a survivor's journey and process and the importance of the S.C. Sexual Assault Evidence kit. The free training will be accredited for CEU, VSP and CLEE hours. For more information or to register, visit eventbrite.com.
Track Covid-19 in Aiken County, S.C.
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These Covid tracking pages are no longer being updated. Get the latest information from the Centers for Disease Control, or find archived data from The Times’s three year reporting effort here.An updated vaccine is r...
These Covid tracking pages are no longer being updated. Get the latest information from the Centers for Disease Control, or find archived data from The Times’s three year reporting effort here.
An updated vaccine is recommended for adults and most children. Statewide, 7% of vaccinations did not specify a home county.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Notes: The hospitals map shows the average I.C.U. occupancy at nearby hospitals in the most recent week with data reported. The data is self-reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services by individual hospitals. It excludes counts from hospitals operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Indian Health Service. Numbers for hospitalized patients are based on inpatient beds and include I.C.U. beds. Hospitalized Covid-19 patients include both confirmed and suspected Covid-19 patients. The C.D.C. stopped reporting data on cases in May 2023.
How trends have changed in Aiken County
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Notes: Weekly county death data prior to Jan. 2021 was not reported by the C.D.C. and is sourced from reporting by The New York Times. Hospitalization data is a weekly average of Covid-19 patients in hospital service areas that intersect with Aiken County. Hospitalization numbers early in the pandemic are undercounts due to incomplete reporting by hospitals to the federal government.
Historical trends in Aiken County
The data in these charts has been archived and they are no longer being updated.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The data in these charts has been archived and they are no longer being updated. Weekly county case data prior to Jan. 2021 was not reported by the C.D.C. and is sourced from reporting by The New York Times. The C.D.C. stopped reporting data on cases in May 2023. Test positivity data is based only on test results reported to the federal government and is a seven-day average.
Data on this page is reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Population and demographic data is from the U.S. Census Bureau. Hospitalization data is reported by individual hospitals to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and it includes confirmed and suspected adult and pediatric patients. The C.D.C. does not provide complete vaccinations data for some counties and caps its vaccination rate figures at 95 percent.
The C.D.C. may make historical updates as more data is reported.
The C.D.C. stopped reporting data on Covid cases in May 2023.
Best Internet Providers in Aiken, South Carolina
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What is the best internet provider in Aiken?AT&T Fiber is Aiken’s top internet provider largely due to its local fiber internet coverage, fast download and upload speeds, straightforward pricing and record of high customer satisfaction. AT&T Fiber offers plans ranging from 300 to 5,000 megabits per second, the fastest in Aiken. All plans are contract-free and include free equipment rental and unlimited data.The only drawback to AT&T Fiber in Aiken is availability. Around tw...
What is the best internet provider in Aiken?
AT&T Fiber is Aiken’s top internet provider largely due to its local fiber internet coverage, fast download and upload speeds, straightforward pricing and record of high customer satisfaction. AT&T Fiber offers plans ranging from 300 to 5,000 megabits per second, the fastest in Aiken. All plans are contract-free and include free equipment rental and unlimited data.
The only drawback to AT&T Fiber in Aiken is availability. Around two thirds of Aiken residential addresses aren’t serviceable for AT&T Fiber, according to the FCC. In areas where AT&T Fiber is unavailable, Breezeline, Xfinity and T-Mobile Home Internet are leading broadband alternatives.
Breezeline and Xfinity offer the cheapest internet in Aiken with service starting at $20 a month. You’ll get a bit more speed with Xfinity (150Mbps compared to 100Mbps from Breezeline), but equipment costs may be higher with Xfinity and a 1.2TB data cap may apply.
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CNET considers speeds, pricing, customer service and overall value to recommend the best internet service in Aiken across several 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 Aiken. 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 be available as well, 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.
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Best internet provider in Aiken, SC
Our take - AT&T Fiber stands out for its fast, symmetrical speeds, stable pricing and favorable service terms. There are no set price increases, and all plans come with free equipment and unlimited data. The speeds, reliability and straightforward pricing helped AT&T Fiber earn and maintain a leading record of customer satisfaction.
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Our take - Many Aiken residents may remember this cable internet service as Atlantic Broadband. Breezeline is the largest wired ISP in Aiken, offering max download speeds of 100 to 1,000Mbps to nearly 98% of local households. As a cable provider, Breezeline doesn’t have the same speed potential as AT&T Fiber, but all plans include unlimited data and free equipment rental for 24 months.
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Best fixed wireless internet in Aiken, SC
Our take - Fixed wireless internet, like that of T-Mobile Home Internet, is the most practical alternative to traditional cable and fiber connections in Aiken. Service isn’t the speediest, with downloads ranging from 72 to 245Mbps, but the simple service terms (no equipment fees, data caps or contracts) make it an option worth considering.
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How to find internet deals and promotions in Aiken
The best internet deals and the top promotions in Aiken depend on what discounts are available during that time period. Most deals are short-lived, but we look frequently for the latest offers.
Aiken internet providers, such as Xfinity, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Many, however, including AT&T Fiber, Breezeline and T-Mobile Home Internet run the same standard pricing year-round.
For a more extensive list of deals, check out our guide on the best internet deals.
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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 Aiken, South Carolina
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 the time 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 also take into account real-world speed data from sources like Ookla and FCC reports.
To explore our process in more depth, visit our how we test ISPs page.
Internet providers in Aiken, South Carolina FAQs
What is the best internet service provider in Aiken?
AT&T Fiber is the best internet service provider in Aiken. Though not the outright cheapest internet provider in Aiken, AT&T Fiber presents the best overall value by offering fast, symmetrical speeds and service that's free of contracts, data caps, equipment fees and set price increases.
Is fiber internet available in Aiken?
According to the most recent FCC data, approximately 32% of Aiken residential addresses were serviceable for fiber internet as of June 2023. Serviceability is greatest in the Pinecrest and Aiken Estates communities, though fiber internet is available in random neighborhoods throughout the city. AT&T Fiber is the largest fiber internet provider in Aiken while Breezeline has a small fiber presence in the area as well.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Aiken?
Breezeline and Xfinity share the lowest starting price for internet in Aiken at $20 a month. Xfinity offers a bit more speed with max downloads of 150Mbps compared to Breezeline’s 100Mbps. Despite the speed difference, Breezeline’s cheapest plan is the better deal as it comes with free equipment rental for two years and unlimited data. Xfinity, on the other hand, has a $15 equipment rental fee (optional) and 1.2TB monthly data cap.
Which internet provider in Aiken offers the fastest plan?
AT&T Fiber offers the fastest internet in Aiken with max upload and download speeds of 5,000Mbps. AT&T Fiber and Xfinity offer a 2,000Mbps plan in Aiken, though Xfinity’s max upload speeds are significantly slower at 200Mbps.
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Power companies ask to make upgrades for Aiken County data center
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The South Carolina Public Service Commission could soon hear two requests that would allow a company to build a data center in Aiken County.The Public Service Commission is expected to meet at 10 a.m. May 14 to hear upgrade requests that would allow Aiken Electric Cooperative to supply power to a data center.The commission ...
The South Carolina Public Service Commission could soon hear two requests that would allow a company to build a data center in Aiken County.
The Public Service Commission is expected to meet at 10 a.m. May 14 to hear upgrade requests that would allow Aiken Electric Cooperative to supply power to a data center.
The commission "essentially functions as a court" when utilities and other regulated companies seek to upgrade their infrastructure or make changes to their rates.
Though Aiken Electric would supply power to the data center, Santee Cooper (also known as the South Carolina Public Services Authority) and Central Electric Power Cooperative submitted the upgrade requests to the commission.
Santee Cooper is a state-owned utility that generates power at four plants. It sells part of the power it generates to Central Electric which, in turn, sells the power to the 18 member-owned electric cooperatives in South Carolina including Aiken Electric. Aiken Electric then sells the power to its members.
Santee Cooper asks the Public Service Commission to approve interior modifications to its Aiken No. 1 substation, to expand the existing Aiken No. 3 substation and to install two 230 kilovolt power lines between the Aiken No. 3 substation and a proposed Mount Zion switching station (a distance of 16.2 miles) in existing right-of-way.
The company plans to begin building in August and for the upgrades to become operational in fall 2025.
Central Electric asks the Public Service Commission to approve the construction of two new 230 kilovolt power lines in new right-of-way between the Mount Zion switching station and a substation to be built on the company's property (a distance of 1.5 miles).
If the upgrades are approved, publicly available information suggests the data center would be built in Sage Mill Industrial Park.
Sage Mill Industrial Park is located along Bettis Academy Road between Interstate 20 and the Edgefield County line.
Aiken Electric provides power to Sage Mill Industrial Park.
A map included in the application to the Public Service Commission shows property in Sage Mill Industrial Park owned by Starskey LLC.
Starskey LLC, purchased around 570 acres in Sage Mill Industrial Park for $19.3 million on Dec. 7, 2022, according to Aiken County property tax records.
Starskey is a data collection company according to information Will Williams, president and CEO of the Western South Carolina Economic Development Partnership, provided to Aiken County Council last April.
There is an existing substation located north of Mount Zion Road. The substation is around 1.5 miles from the furthest reaches of the Starskey property.
If the power upgrades are for Starskey, the data center could represent an investment of $800 million and the creation of 50 new jobs.
Aiken County Council voted last April to provide a fee-in-lieu of property tax agreement to the company. In exchange for the investment, Aiken County agreed to allow the company to pay a fee based on an assessment ratio of 4% (the normal business rate is 6%) and a rate of 235.2 mills for the next 40 years.
Though the county's agreement is with Starskey, the data center will belong to another company.
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