Structured cabling for a residential property

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#299343 31-Aug-2022 09:50

Hi team,

I've just moved in to a new property in Hamilton area and I would like to ask for any recommended structured cabler within this area. So the property has an existing cabling that all (5 in total) terminates in a cupboard where the ONT is. I understand that the ONT itself cannot be moved unless I'm willing to pay Ultrafast to do it for me. i've designated one of the rooms as an office so I'd like to install 7 CAT 6A network leads from the cupboard to the office. Why 7? Because 5 cables to match the existing cables and the additional 2 for the connection to the ONT where one is a backup.

In addition, I would like to install 2 network drops to other 3 rooms. Can anyone give me an idea how much will it cost me?

Thank you very much!

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#2961463 31-Aug-2022 10:09

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#2961530 31-Aug-2022 13:09

What spec is the existing cable?

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#2961568 31-Aug-2022 14:48

its not realistic to give you an idea of cost, as the cost is directly related to the time it will take, and time it will take will largely depend on how easy/possible it will be to run the cables to where you wont them. Best bet would be to call a local data company and get them round to quote, they will need to see where you wont the cables, what if there is anything they can reuse, and if they can get into/down the walls etc.

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#2961571 31-Aug-2022 14:59

I'd recommend Central Comms - used to do a lot of work with them (and sometimes for them) under the old owner, and the current owner is another former colleague who I'd vouch for. They should be able to give you a fair quote on the work you want done.

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#2961727 31-Aug-2022 22:23

I cover that area, but would need to scope it out to confirm pricing. Typically though $150-$300 +GST per cable run. Also CAT6A is more difficult to work with. Flick me a PM with you details and we can get in touch.

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#2962708 3-Sep-2022 16:28

Apologies for the delayed reply.

Looks like it's gonna be a bit over my budget. Will look into it sometime in the future. Thanks for the reply @coffeebaron.