Where we started
Hometown Mesh grew out of KM Mesh, a network neighbors built across Kasson and Mantorville, Minnesota in the fall of 2026. The question was simple: if a long outage took down power and cell service, could people still reach each other? Nine days later, seven solar relays were on the air.
What we do now
Other towns asked how to do the same. Hometown Mesh is the answer for towns that would rather have it done for them: we plan, install, train and monitor, using the same open-source tools anyone can use.
How we work
- Plain about limits. It’s a backup for short texts, not a replacement for 911.
- No lock-in. Everything runs on open-source software you own.
- Measured, not guessed. Every plan starts with a coverage drive.
- Watched. We monitor every site and fix problems before you notice them.
Reach us at support@hometownmesh.com or book a free consultation.