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Structured Cabling

Structured Network Cabling for Okanagan Businesses

Cat6/Cat6a and fiber infrastructure engineered for growth, labeled for maintenance, and certified for warranty.

We design and install reliable copper and fiber plant for offices, warehouses, and multi-tenant facilities—including rack cleanup, labeling, and certification for peace of mind.

Built for businesses and commercial properties. Last updated 2026-02-20.

BICSI-aligned design & cable schedulesCertified Cat6/Cat6a & fiber test resultsRack cleanup, labeling & documentation

Network Cabling for Okanagan businesses means a scoped, documented implementation with local support. We prioritize reliable operations, predictable handoffs, and future-ready expansion instead of one-size-fits-all installs.

Low-voltage infrastructure is the foundation for every device on your network. We plan pathways, mounting, and cable fills before the first drop is pulled, then install Cat6/Cat6a and fiber that meet TIA/EIA standards. Hardware, patch panels, and racks are staged so your network is online the moment gear arrives.

Our team works alongside general contractors, electricians, and IT providers to keep timelines on track. When existing cabling must stay live, we phase the work, perform cutovers after hours, and document every circuit so tenants can stay productive.

Each project wraps with certification, heat-shrink labels at both ends, photo documentation, and a clean rack you can be proud of. You receive as-built cable schedules, Fluke test results, and maintenance notes so adds and changes stay simple for years.

Who This Service Is Best For

This page targets structured cabling for commercial spaces where uptime, labeling, testing, and future adds matter. It is not aimed at casual residential wiring jobs.

Best fit

  • Office, clinic, retail, warehouse, and tenant-improvement cabling projects
  • Businesses adding desks, access points, cameras, phones, or fibre backbones
  • Contractor-led renovations that need low-voltage coordination and documentation
  • Sites that need certification, clean racks, and long-term maintainability

Not the right fit

  • Small residential TV mounting or consumer AV wire fishing
  • One-off home internet jack moves with no commercial scope
  • Unplanned handyman-style cabling without testing or documentation
  • General electronics repair unrelated to structured cabling

Why Network Cabling Clients Choose Simply Telecom

Certified & warrantied installs

We certify copper and fiber runs with calibrated Fluke testers and provide PDF results to support manufacturer warranties.

Tidy, labelled infrastructure

Patch panels, horizontal managers, and color-coded labeling keep racks audit-ready and make onboarding new staff painless.

Future-proof pathways

Cat6a and OM4 fiber options, spare conduits, and slack loops prepare your space for Wi-Fi 7, PoE++, and future build-outs.

Construction coordination

We coordinate with drywall, electrical, and millwork trades, ensuring penetrations are fire-stopped and timelines stay intact.

Where This Service Excels

New builds & tenant improvements

Pre-wire suites with Cat6/Cat6a and fiber uplinks, ready for move-in and future subtenants.

Warehouses & industrial

Long runs, shielded cabling, and fiber between IDFs maintain reliability in dusty, high-bay environments.

Clinics & healthcare

HIPAA/PIPA-conscious installs with separation for medical devices, secure Wi-Fi, and redundant pathways.

Education & multi-tenant offices

Documented cabling and labelled patch panels that make MACs fast across classrooms and co-working floors.

Our Proven Process

  1. Step 01Site walk-through & discovery

    Review floorplans, ceiling types, and equipment placement to align scope, pathways, and timelines.

  2. Step 02Design & proposal

    Produce cable schedules, rack elevations, and phasing plans with clear scope details and approvals.

  3. Step 03Installation & coordination

    Pull, terminate, and dress cabling while coordinating with other trades to minimize rework and downtime.

  4. Step 04Certification & QA

    Test every run, label both ends, and deliver Fluke reports, photos, and deficiency lists for sign-off.

  5. Step 05Handover & support

    Provide as-builts, documentation, and optional maintenance plans for quick adds, moves, and changes.

What You Receive

As-built cable schedule

Circuit IDs, faceplate and patch panel mapping, and fiber polarity charts for every run.

Certification bundle

Fluke DSX copper and fiber test results bundled as PDF with summary spreadsheet.

Rack & pathway documentation

Before/after photos, rack elevations, and pathway notes for future expansion.

Maintenance guide

Recommendations for MAC processes, spare parts, and inspection intervals.

Typical Project Scopes

Office cabling rollout

Clean cabling and rack organization for professional suites and small offices.

  • Structured cabling paths with labeled drops
  • Patch panel installs and tidy rack cleanup
  • Documentation and certification hand-off
  • Coordination with onsite trades when needed

Multi-suite upgrade

Expanded cabling across multiple zones or floors with phased cutovers.

  • Cabling for workstations, APs, and edge devices
  • Backbone uplinks between closets
  • Rack reorganization and labeling standards
  • Phased cutovers to reduce disruption

Industrial backbone

Reliable pathways for larger footprints and harsh environments.

  • Shielded copper and fibre pathways
  • Outdoor and long-run cabling considerations
  • Documentation for maintenance and future adds
  • Optional after-hours cutovers by request

Includes phasing to keep production running and optional after-hours cutovers.

Resources & Next Steps

Structured Cabling Specification Checklist

A build-ready checklist covering pathways, labeling standards, and certification requirements.

Server Room Cleanup Playbook

Step-by-step process we follow to reorganize racks without downtime.

Fiber vs. Cat6a Decision Guide

Helps project teams decide when to deploy copper, fiber, or a hybrid backbone.

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Replace keys with fob, card, or mobile credentials. Gain schedules, audit logs, and integrations that keep buildings secure and easy to manage.

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We listen first, then design VoIP around your workflows—staging every system off site, reusing hardware where possible, and deploying Polycom, Yealink, or Grandstream phones with carrier-grade reliability.

Local Landing Pages

Use the local hub that matches your geography, then compare related services if your project crosses internet, Wi-Fi, phones, and cabling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide certification reports for every run?

Yes. Copper runs are certified with a calibrated Fluke DSX and fiber links with an OTDR. Reports are delivered as PDF and CSV for your records.

Can you work after hours to avoid disruption?

Absolutely. We frequently schedule cutovers in the evening or on weekends to keep production, clinics, and offices online.

Do you remove abandoned cabling?

We can remove and recycle abandoned cabling to meet fire code, freeing pathways for new infrastructure.

How far in advance should we book?

Lead time is typically 2–3 weeks. Larger construction projects are scheduled alongside site readiness milestones.

Will you coordinate with our IT provider?

Yes. We regularly partner with internal IT teams and MSPs to ensure switch stacks, Wi-Fi, and servers are ready for handoff.

Service Areas

Local technicians cover Kelowna, the Okanagan, and Nanaimo with responsive onsite support for commercial environments.

Ready To Plan Network Cabling?

Book a walk-through and we’ll provide drawings, options, and a clear scope tailored to your space.

Risk-reversal: you receive a documented scope and phased plan before installation starts, so stakeholders can approve with clear expectations.

Call: 778-313-0602

Email: info@simplytelecom.ca

Office: Unit 105 - 2002 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9S7

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm