Security & network
Wire it right before the walls close
Layout, rough-in and trim-out for TVs, speakers, Wi-Fi, cameras and control, for new homes, additions and gut renovations.
The easiest and most affordable time to add wiring is before drywall. We work with builders, architects and homeowners to plan where TVs, speakers, access points, cameras and control panels will live, then run the cabling to match.
After finishes go in, we return for trim-out: installing devices, terminating cables, programming and testing.
Interactive
Try it yourself.
New construction timeline
See where you are in the build and what low-voltage work happens at each stage, so wiring goes in at the right time.
Pre-wire floor plan designer
Place TVs, access points, speakers, cameras and keypads on a floor plan and see home-run cable paths and footage to your equipment closet.
Pre-wire planner
Choose your rooms and what goes in them to get a wiring list for the builder.
Equipment rack planner
Choose your gear and rack size to see how the equipment closet fits together.
Common projects
Where pre-wiring & new construction makes a difference.
What's included
Pre-wiring & new construction, done properly.
- Pre-wire layout and design
- Rough-in for TVs, speakers and control
- Data and Wi-Fi cabling to access points
- Camera and doorbell cabling
- Central equipment closet planning
- Trim-out and device installation
- Testing and labeling
- Coordination with builders and trades
How it works
Easy from the first call.
Review plans
We look at floor plans and where devices will live.
Rough-in
Cables run before insulation and drywall.
Coordinate
We work with your builder, electrician and other trades.
Trim-out
Devices installed, programmed and tested after finishes.
What affects the price
- Home size and number of rooms
- Number of TVs, speakers, access points and cameras
- Central equipment closet
- Cable types and quantity
- Construction schedule
- Trim-out and programming
Every home is different, so we quote each project. Call 1-800-467-8255 or request a free quote. See our pricing guide.
Pro tips
Before you book.
- Contact us before framing is done.
- Add extra conduit for future changes.
- Label every cable.
- Plan a ventilated equipment closet.
FAQ
Pre-wiring & new construction: common questions
When should pre-wiring happen?
Before insulation and drywall, during the rough-in stage. Contact us early so we can review plans.
Can I add wiring to a finished home?
Often yes. We can fish cables through walls and ceilings, use attics and basements, or use wireless options where needed.
What is trim-out?
It is the final stage when we install devices, terminate cables, program systems and test everything.
What is structured wiring?
A planned system of network, video, audio and control cables that all lead to a central location.
Should I use wireless instead?
Wired connections are more reliable. Wireless helps where wiring is not practical.
Do you work with my electrician?
Yes. We coordinate with builders and electricians.
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