Independent resource: This page explains common service considerations only. It does not recommend a specific contractor. Always check licensing, insurance, scope and compliance requirements before work starts.
Wi-Fi starts with layout
Thick walls, terraces, shopfronts and multi-level homes can make Wi-Fi unreliable without planning.
- Consider access point locations
- Use data cabling for fixed devices
- Avoid relying only on extenders
Data cabling
Structured cabling can support CCTV, access points, offices, POS and entertainment areas.
- Plan a central location
- Label cables
- Allow for future devices
Security systems
CCTV and intercoms often perform better with proper cabling than weak wireless links.
- Discuss PoE devices
- Plan recorder/router location
- Check remote access needs