Network cabinet tidying in Sidmouth
Looking for professional network cabinet tidying help in Sidmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable misc services across Sidmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Sidmouth
Turn your tangled network cabinet into something organized and professional. Cables bundled, labeled, and routed properly. Actually usable.
### Spaghetti Junction? Not Anymore
You know that feeling when you need to unplug something and you've got **no idea which cable is which**? Half an hour of cable tracing later, still not sure, just hoping for the best?
That's what happens when network cabinets aren't organized. Let's sort it properly.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Every hour spent tidying cables saves you ten hours of troubleshooting over the cabinet's life. Seriously worth doing.
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### Before vs After
| ❌ Messy Cabinet | ✅ Organized Cabinet | |-----------------|---------------------| | Cables everywhere, no logic | Grouped and routed cleanly | | Nothing labeled | Everything labeled both ends | | Can't add equipment (no space) | Room to grow | | Hot-running gear (poor airflow) | Better cooling |
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### What I Do
**🔧 Organization Process**
| Step | What Happens | |------|--------------| | **Photograph** | Document everything before touching anything | | **Plan** | Work out optimal layout and cable routing | | **Disconnect** | Carefully remove cables (labeled as we go) | | **Route** | Bundle and run cables through management points | | **Reconnect** | Everything back in organized fashion | | **Label** | Both ends of every cable, clear and consistent | | **Test** | Verify everything's working |
**📦 You End Up With** - Cables bundled by type and destination - Clear labels on everything - Equipment positioned logically - Room to add new gear without chaos - Peace of mind finding things
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### Pricing
| Cabinet Size | Time | You'll Pay | |--------------|------|------------| | Small (home router setup) | 1 hr | **£60** | | Medium (rack with 1-2 switches) | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** | | Large (multiple switches/panels) | 2+ hrs | **£110+** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Includes basic cable ties and labels.*
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### Perfect For
✅ **Home offices** - router, NAS, switches actually accessible
✅ **Small businesses** - professional looking server room
✅ **After builder/sparky** - they rarely tidy network cables nicely
✅ **Before equipment upgrade** - add new gear to organized setup
Why Choose Us for Network cabinet tidying in Sidmouth?
Find faults faster when cables are labeled
Add new equipment without the mess
Better airflow = cooler running equipment
Looks professional, not like spaghetti
What to Expect
### Step 1: Survey & Photo I document the current setup, identify what connects where, plan the tidying approach. ### Step 2: Organize & Route Working methodically, cables come out and go back in organized - bundled, routed through management points, no loops or tangles. ### Step 3: Label & Test Everything labeled clearly (both ends!), then tested to confirm it all works. You get a diagram showing what's what.
Our Sidmouth Service Coverage
We cover Sidmouth and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Sidmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Velcro beats zip ties:** Velcro cable ties are reusable and adjustable. Zip ties cut into cables over time and you have to cut them off to make changes. Worth the extra few quid. **Label both ends.** Seriously. You'll thank me when you're at the patch panel trying to work out which cable goes to which wall socket. **Allow some slack.** Cables need a bit of give for equipment to be removed/serviced. Strung tight like a guitar string is asking for trouble. **Power cables separate.** Don't run mains power in the same bundle as network cables - you can get interference. Keep them apart or use shielded cable. **Document it.** Take photos when it's done, make a simple diagram. Future you (or the next person working on it) will appreciate knowing what's intentional.
Frequently Asked Questions about Network cabinet tidying in Sidmouth
Why does cable tidying in a network cabinet matter?
When everything's a tangled mess, finding a single cable to trace takes ages. Equipment runs hotter with no airflow. Adding anything new is a nightmare. Tidy cables = labeled, organized, easy to work with. Save yourself hours of frustration later.
What's involved in tidying a network cabinet?
Take photos first, then carefully disconnect and reconnect everything in an organized way - cables bundled by type and run, secured to cable management rails, labeled at both ends. Switches and equipment positioned logically. Everything tested working afterwards.
Will you need to take my network offline?
Temporarily, yes - usually in sections. We do this outside business hours if it's commercial, or just let you know timing if it's home. Each device is only offline while reconnecting - typically a few minutes each.
Do I need to provide materials?
I bring the basics - cable ties, labels, markers. If you need new patch cables or management hardware, I'll let you know beforehand. Sometimes it makes sense to replace really old short cables with proper lengths.
How long does tidying take?
Small home cabinet with router and NAS? An hour. Full 19-inch rack with multiple switches and patch panels? Could be 2-3 hours. Depends how tangled it currently is and how much equipment.
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* Same rates for all locations in our service area
Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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