Wi-Fi that drops out at the far end of the house, a TV point in the wrong room after a furniture rearrange, or security cameras that really need cabling rather than relying on batteries and Wi-Fi alone. Wireless is convenient, but for anything fixed in place, a cabled connection is faster and simply more reliable.
Why this comes up
Wi-Fi that doesn’t reach reliably to a back room, garden annexe, or upper floor.
A TV point left in the wrong spot after a room was rearranged or renovated.
Security cameras that need a stable, cabled connection instead of relying on Wi-Fi and batteries.
A renovation or new build wanting data and TV points planned in from the start.
A home theatre or media room needing a clean cable run rather than visible leads across the floor.
A growing number of smart home devices putting real strain on household Wi-Fi.
How we handle it
Work out where the runs actually need to go before opening anything up.
Run data, coax, or camera cable through wall and ceiling cavities.
Recommend a central patch panel location that makes future changes straightforward rather than tucked somewhere inaccessible.
Terminate and test every single point, rather than assuming it works once it’s in.
Label the patch end clearly so future work isn’t guesswork for whoever does it next.
What to expect
Most jobs are a day’s work. Single-storey homes with roof access are quick, double-storey with no cavity access takes longer since cable has to be routed more carefully. We’ll also recommend where the central patch panel should live, ideally somewhere accessible, since a poorly placed one makes any future change far more difficult than it needs to be.
What it costs
Priced per point, with access driving most of the difference between a simple job and a longer one. Running multiple cable types in the same pass, data, TV, and camera cable together, is more efficient than three separate visits for each.
Common questions
Is cabled better than mesh Wi-Fi?
For anything fixed in place, like TVs, desktops, and cameras, yes. Mesh Wi-Fi is a good complement for mobile devices, not a replacement for a cabled connection.
Can you run cable without damaging walls?
In most cases, using roof and subfloor access with minimal patching needed. We’ll always tell you upfront if a particular run needs more than that.
Do security cameras need a separate cable from the network?
Often they share the same cabling standard, but it depends on the camera system, we’ll confirm what your specific setup needs.
Can this be added during a renovation?
It’s the ideal time, since running data and TV cable while walls are open is far cheaper than retrofitting afterwards.
How many data points should I plan for in a new build?
At least one per room that will have a desk, TV, or fixed device, plus a central point for the router and switch. Far cheaper to over-provide at first fix than add more later.
Where should the patch panel go?
Somewhere accessible, like a cupboard or garage, rather than buried in a loft. It makes any future change or fault-finding far easier.
Can existing coax cable be reused for anything?
Sometimes, depending on its condition and what you’re trying to achieve. We’ll check what’s already there before recommending a full re-cable.