Structured Cabling Survey FAQ’s

Do you charge for structured cabling surveys?

At NM Cabling, we offer free site surveys for a number of our services, including structured cabling. However, in some cases if on site design, consultation, or significant travel is involved, then potential fees will be highlighted and discussed in advance

However, the majority of surveys are free of charge

When do you charge for a survey?

We generally charge for surveys that require us to travel a long distance. For instance, international surveys will be at a cost. Another example of a chargeable survey will be a client based in Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland.

In addition, a charge will apply if we’re required to spend a considerable amount of time designing and proposing solutions for an unknown quote specification. This is classed as design rather than a survey.

Do I get my money back if I go ahead with NM Cabling?

This is assessed on a case-by-case basis. However, after your structured cabling survey has been completed and quoted, don’t hesitate to ask our sales team, as they may be able to deduct the survey from the overall quote or include it as part of the overall proposal

How long does a structured cabling cabling survey take?

Every project and survey is different. The duration of the survey generally depends on the size of the project. The larger the project, the longer it’ll take to complete a thorough site survey. Commonly, the average structured cabling survey can last between 15 minutes to an hour.

How long do I need to wait for a survey?

In most cases, we aim to attend a site survey within 48-72 business hours of receiving the enquiry, and to return the quotation within a further 48 business hours. Nonetheless, these are only guidelines; ultimately, it depends on the size of the project. Smaller offices will have a quicker turnaround time than large offices.

What does a survey entail?

The aim of a site survey is to give us a better understanding of the project at hand. Additionally, the survey gives us a chance to understand your requirements. To ensure an effective survey, you should send all relevant information prior to the site visit. This allows our Project managers to familiarise themselves with your project. As a result, they can offer detailed advice that’s specific to your requirements.

The main parts of a data cabling survey

• A discussion of your requirements
  • Both current requirements and potential future requirements
• A site walk-through to visualise the requirements and highlight any areas of concern or where potential future proofing may be required
• Site walk-through to determine cable routes and any potential obstacles
• Observation of the current communications room or new areas where the data cabinets will go and the effect on electrical requirements.
• Proposed containment for the new cables, or if the existing containment is suitable, such as
  • Ceiling tray or basket
  • Conduits
  • Floor boxes or grommets
  • Dado trunking
• Analysis of drawing and how it matches the containment and cabling requirements
• Confirmation of the plan and discussion to prevent potential issues.
• Delivery routes and any limitations
• Scheduling discussions to plan when the work is best carried out and whether out-of-hours installation needs to be allowed for