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Forums › One NZ (including Farmside) › How Much Does It Cost to Relocate a Fibre ONT Box in NZ? Any Experience?
NglButiLoveTechnolog

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#316184 23-Sep-2024 18:37
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Hey everyone,

 

 

 

I’m looking to relocate the fibre ONT box in my house, and I was wondering if anyone here has done this in New Zealand. Currently, the box is in the garage, but I’m considering moving it to the dining room, which is more central for a better experience.

 

 

 

Does anyone know how much this typically costs? I’ve seen a few articles mentioning around $160 + GST but then on Chorus site it says $331.97 excluding GST so Im really confused about the true cost. 

 

 

 

Also, do they offer payment options, like installments, if the cost is a bit high? 

 

 

 

Lastly, how long did the whole process take? 

 

 

 

Thanks

 

 

 

 

 

 

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  #3285632 24-Sep-2024 07:15
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NglButiLoveTechnolog:

 

Additionally, I don’t want to run a cable from the garage to the dining room, as it would not only look unattractive but could also create a tripping hazard with the cable exposed on the floor. I can’t hardwire it myself, as I’m not a professional, and I don’t want to risk drilling into areas that might contain pipes or electrical wiring. I’ve received quotes from several electricians for hardwiring the ethernet cable, but the prices range from $1200 to $1500, which is beyond my budget.

 

 

No one mentioned running it over a floor....

 

If it costs 3-500 to move the ONT then it logically it would be similar to run a network cable through the walls/or under the floor to your new location.

 

Those quotes seem excessive unless it's a really tough cable run, there is maybe $40-50 in materials for an internally run cable (in the walls/under the floor). Talk to a data cablier as opposed to an electrician as they speicalise in this work, where as most electricians dont and are not very skilled in the connections and generally do a sub-par job in the terminations

 

 

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