TL;DR
- Cat6A is our default for new-build; Cat6 acceptable for simple renos.
- Fibre for multi-building compounds and long runs.
- Central comms cabinet with PoE switch powers APs, cameras, access control, solar/battery monitoring.
- All work requires ACMA-registered cabler — it's the law.
Structured cabling basics
A properly wired home or small office has a central comms cabinet (usually near the switchboard) with individual Cat6A runs to each outlet. All terminations on a patch panel, plus a small managed switch, router and wireless controller.
What we install
- Cat6A data outlets: 2 per room minimum for new builds.
- Fibre backhaul between buildings (office + shed, dual-storey).
- Wi-Fi mesh / ceiling APs (Ubiquiti UniFi, TP-Link Omada, Aruba InstantOn).
- CCTV cameras — Hikvision, Dahua, Reolink PoE; NVR with 30-90 day retention.
- Access control — swipe/keypad, intercom video doorbells.
- Smart home wiring — blinds, lighting, A/C control (C-Bus, Control4, Google Home).
Typical packages
| Package | Includes | Installed |
|---|---|---|
| Starter home | 6x Cat6A outlets, 1x AP, 4x CCTV | $2,800-$4,200 |
| Family home | 12x Cat6A, 2x AP, 8x CCTV, NVR | $5,500-$8,500 |
| Large home / smart home | 20x Cat6A, 3-4x AP, 12x CCTV, smart lights/blinds/AV | $10,000+ |
| Small commercial | 20-40 outlets, rack, APs, CCTV, access | $8,000-$18,000 |
Smart home & solar/battery integration
Our electrical background means we can tie solar/battery monitoring into your smart-home dashboard. See your live kW, state-of-charge and export from the same app that controls your lights and A/C. Compatible platforms include Home Assistant, Google Home, Apple Home, Solar Analytics.
Certification
All cabling registered on ACMA Register via ACRS form, terminated and tested with Fluke DSX certifier. You receive a cabler's record of compliance (standard Form TCA1) — required for insurance and resale.
FAQs
Can I run data cable in the same wall as power?
Yes, but with minimum separation (typically 50mm) or in separate conduits. Proximity to power causes interference; we follow AS/CA S009 for compliant installs.
Do I need fibre for my home?
Usually not inside a single dwelling — Cat6A handles 10 GbE up to 100 m which is more than any residential use case. Fibre shines when connecting separate buildings (house to shed, granny flat).
Structured cabling quote
New build, reno or commercial fitout — send us a floor plan for a fixed quote.
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