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Upgrading your network can improve security,
reliability and performance. But how much
does a network installation really cost?
We often get asked to provide estimates for how much network installation costs. First of all it
is important to understand that network installations costs can vary based on many different
factors, these include:
Type of cabling system
to be used?
Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, Cat7, Single-mode Fibre, Multi-mode fibre and more.
Type of Installation?
New build, retro-fit additions, moves and changes.
Installation
environment?
Warehousing, work at height, offices, retail, external, underfloor and data centre.
Containment
requirements?
Is all containment in place or does it need quoting for? Consider requirements for basket / tray, conduit, dado trunking, underfloor cableways, mini-trunking and floor boxes.
Cable
management?
Are cable management systems required at the cabinet end. Examples include NeatPatch, vertical cable management and cable management bars.
Existing cabling
removal?
Is there an existing cabling system that needs decommissioning and removing?
Access
restriction?
Can the network installation contractor complete works without restriction? Will employees or third party contractors be restricting access to site or areas within the site during the project?
Any power works
required?
You will need to consider any third-party electricians costs for providing power and earthing connections for the comms cabinets if the network installation contractor can’t accommodate the power works.
Live equipment
requirements?
Is the supply and installation of routers, switches, wireless access points, firewalls, printers, PC’s or audio visual equipment required?
Often companies will provide a very low-cost per outlet price to make the quote look attractive and then treat most of the above items as variations or additions. When the bill comes in, it can be considerably more than you anticipated.
This is why we offer a free consultation from the start to make sure you get the full picture and the best solution
Example 1 – Perfect for Residential Expansions
A small network installation or addition
to an existing network
– Perfect for a home extension
12 network outlets (network points)
for phones or computers
– Never search for a charge point again
Small wall mounted cabinet with installation
– Tidy, compact and out the way
Certify Cat6 type cabling
– The latest in cabling technology
Using adequate trunking in place already or we will use surface mounted mini-trunking
– Fits in with your home design
The work area will be accessible and the work will be carried out between 08:00 and 18:00 weekdays
– Enjoy your family time in peace
Tested using a professional Fluke
DSX5000 certification tester and provide
certification results, network diagrams,
electronic as-fitted drawings and
electronic cabinet layout drawings
– Fully, tested, documented and installation certified
Documentation and drawings securely
stored on our cloud-based customer
portal for easy access
– Access all your files 24/7
All patch leads provided
– See all the results and tests yourself
Excludes any live equipment such as
routers, switches and firewalls
– We dont offer this service as part of this package, but we would be happy to quote for you
Installed in the cabinet will be PDU and
Neat Patch cable management
– No separate power source required
Dedicated project manager
– One contact for everything you need
Example 2 – Small to Medium Sized Business Upgrades
*** Most popular ***A medium installation or addition to an
existing network
– Perfect for business expansion
96 network outlets (network points)
for phones or computers
– Never search for a charge point again
Floor standing half-height cabinet set
up and installation
– Ideal for a small cupboard/corner of the office
Certify Cat6 type cabling
– The latest in cabling technology
Using adequate trunking in place
already or we will use surface mounted
mini-trunking
– Fits in with your office design
Small wall mounted cabinet with
installation and certify Cat6 type
cabling
– Tidy, compact and out the way
The work area will be accessible and the
work will be carried out between 08:00
and 18:00 weekdays
– Enjoy your downtime in peace
Tested using a professional Fluke
DSX5000 certification tester and provide
certification results, network diagrams,
electronic as-fitted drawings and
electronic cabinet layout drawings
– Fully tested, documented and installation certified
Documentation and drawings securely
stored on our cloud-based customer
portal for easy access
– Access all your files 24/7
All patch leads provided
– See all the results and tests yourself
Excludes any live equipment such as
routers, switches and firewalls
– We dont offer this service as part of this package, but we would be happy to quote for you
Installed in the cabinet will be PDU and
Neat Patch cable management
– No separate power source required
Dedicated project manager
– One contact for everything you need
Example 3 – Large Scale Business Upgrades
A large installation or addition to an
to an existing network
– Perfect for large business expansion and warehouse upgrades
192 network outlets (network points)
for phones or computers
– Never search for a charge point again
Floor standing half-height cabinet set
up and installation
– Ideal for a small cupboard or corner of the office
Certify Cat6 type cabling
– The latest in cabling technology
Using adequate trunking in place
already or we will use surface mounted
mini-trunking
– Fits in with your office/warehouse design
Small wall mounted cabinet with
installation and certify Cat6 type
cabling
– Tidy, compact and out the way
The work area will be accessible and the
work will be carried out between 08:00
and 18:00 weekdays
– Enjoy your downtime in peace
Tested using a professional Fluke
DSX5000 certification tester and provide
certification results, network diagrams,
electronic as-fitted drawings and
electronic cabinet layout drawings
– Fully tested, documented and installation certified
Documentation and drawings securely
stored on our cloud-based customer
portal for easy access
– Access all your files 24/7
All patch leads provided
– See all the results and tests yourself
Excludes any live equipment such as
routers, switches and firewalls
– We dont offer this service as part of this package, but we would be happy to quote for you
Installed in the cabinet will be PDU and
Neat Patch cable management
– No separate power source required
Dedicated project manager
– One contact for everything you need