Cavalier Telephone
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Telecommunications |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Headquarters | Richmond, Virginia , United States |
Area served | 16 states and the District of Columbia, Eastern United States |
| Products | Voice and data telecommunications services, internet access, business telephone packages |
| Owner | Windstream Communications |
Cavalier Telephone is a United States-based Local Exchange Carrier (NRCLEC) under the ownership of Windstream Communications. It operates throughout 16 states and the District of Columbia in the eastern region of the country. Established in 1998, Cavalier delivers internet and telecommunications solutions—including both voice and data services—to commercial, residential, and governmental clients via its proprietary network infrastructure.
Telephone
The company provides a range of business telephone packages covering local and long-distance calls, with pricing varying according to selected features. Although residential services are still maintained for current subscribers, Cavalier no longer accepts new residential customers.
Internet
Cavalier supplies high-speed internet access using digital subscriber line technology. In 2008, it launched the "C2" bundle, which combined unlimited local and long-distance calling with DSL internet service at a monthly fee of $50. This offering was promoted in conjunction with Google, though Google's role was limited to providing additional services.
Television
Beginning in March 2009, Cavalier collaborated with DirecTV to deliver discounted satellite television packages.
PAETEC Holding Corp. acquisition
On September 13, 2010, PAETEC Holding Corp. purchased Cavalier for $460 million in cash, incorporating nearly 17,000 miles of fiber routes into its network. Subsequently, PAETEC itself was acquired by Windstream Communications in December 2011.
Transition away from residential services
On December 7, 2011, PAETEC declared it would stop onboarding new residential clients to concentrate on serving business customers, which led to about 70 job eliminations at Cavalier. Nevertheless, existing residential accounts remain active.
Relationship with Verizon
Cavalier had a challenging relationship with Verizon. In 2001, it initiated a lawsuit alleging violations of antitrust laws and breaches of the Telecom Act of 1996, but the case was dismissed by United States District Court Judge James R. Spencer in 2002; this dismissal was upheld on appeal in 2003. Later in 2007, Cavalier filed another lawsuit accusing Verizon of improper use of Virginia’s 911 database.