Structured Cabling Installation
The foundation of every smart home
Cabling Infrastructure That Lasts
Structured cabling is the nervous system of your smart home. Our installations use premium Cat6a and Cat7 cables with professional termination, testing, and certification, providing the backbone for data, AV, telephony, and automation for decades to come. Every cable is labelled, tested with a Fluke analyser, and certified to industry standards.
We produce as-built drawings showing every cable route and termination point for future maintenance and upgrades. This documentation is invaluable when adding new devices, troubleshooting issues, or planning future expansions. Our installations are designed to be maintainable, not just functional.
For new builds and renovations in St Albans, Rickmansworth, and Weybridge, we work alongside builders and architects to install cabling infrastructure before walls are closed. This first-fix approach ensures cables are routed cleanly through wall cavities and ceiling voids, with no surface runs or visible conduit. The result is a property that is future-proofed for technology upgrades for the next 20 to 30 years.
What We Install
Cat6a and Cat7
High-performance data cabling with 10Gbps capability and PoE support for all smart home devices.
Fibre Optic
OM3 and OS2 fibre for long runs and bandwidth-hungry applications such as 4K video distribution.
Coaxial
RG6 and RG11 for satellite, aerial, and cable TV distribution throughout the property.
Speaker Cable
Oxygen-free copper in appropriate gauge for each speaker run, from bookshelf to subwoofer.
Certified Testing
Fluke DSX analyser testing with printed results for every cable installed, to TIA and ISO standards.
As-Built Documentation
Detailed drawings and cable schedules showing every route, outlet, and termination for future reference.
Areas We Serve
Brands We Use
Cabling FAQs
What is structured cabling?
Structured cabling is a standardised approach to installing data, voice, and AV cabling infrastructure in a building. Rather than running individual cables for each device, structured cabling creates a centralised distribution system with a main equipment room, horizontal cabling to each outlet, and standardised connectors. This approach makes the network easier to manage, troubleshoot, and expand. For smart homes, structured cabling provides the backbone for networking, AV distribution, security, and automation systems.
What cable categories do you install?
We install Cat6a as our standard data cable, which supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet over 100 metres and provides ample bandwidth for current and future applications. For demanding applications such as 10G switching and PoE++ power delivery, we specify Cat7 with shielded pairs. For long runs and backbone connections, we install OM3 multimode or OS2 single-mode fibre optic cable. We also install RG6 coaxial for satellite and aerial distribution, and oxygen-free copper speaker cable in appropriate gauges for audio systems.
How many data points do I need in each room?
We recommend a minimum of two Cat6a data points per room, with four in living rooms, home offices, and media rooms. This provides redundancy and flexibility for future device additions. In addition to data points, we install dedicated access point drops for WiFi, PoE drops for IP cameras and intercoms, and HDMI or HDBaseT runs for AV distribution. During the design phase, we map every device location and specify the exact cable types and quantities required.
When is the best time to install structured cabling?
The ideal time is during construction or renovation, before walls are plastered and ceilings are finished. This allows cables to be routed through wall cavities, floor voids, and ceiling spaces without any visible surface runs. For existing properties, we use specialist tools to fish cables through existing voids, and we minimise surface runs with careful planning. We always prefer to install cabling during building work, and we work closely with builders and architects to coordinate cable routes with other trades.
Do you test and certify your cabling installations?
Yes, every cable we install is tested with a Fluke DSX cable analyser that verifies performance to the specified standard. For Cat6a, we test to TIA-568-C.2 and ISO/IEC 11801 standards. Test results are printed and provided as part of the project documentation. We also produce as-built drawings showing every cable route, outlet location, and patch panel termination. This documentation is invaluable for future maintenance, troubleshooting, and expansion.
Can you install cabling in a listed building?
Yes, though it requires careful planning and sensitive installation methods. In listed buildings, we avoid drilling through historic masonry where possible, using existing voids, conduits, and service routes. Where new penetrations are necessary, we use the smallest possible drill sizes and make good with matching materials. We work with conservation officers when required and ensure all modifications are reversible. Our teams include specialists experienced in working with historic buildings across London.
Which areas do you cover for structured cabling?
We install structured cabling throughout London and the Home Counties. In London we cover Chelsea, Kensington, Mayfair, Notting Hill, Hampstead, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, and Canary Wharf. In Hertfordshire we serve St Albans, Watford, Rickmansworth, and Harpenden. In Surrey we cover Guildford, Weybridge, Cobham, and the Wentworth Estate. We also travel to Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire for larger projects.
Need Structured Cabling?
Book a cabling consultation. We will design and install a future-proof infrastructure for your property.