Pre-Wiring FAQ

1. How do I purchase this service?
2. How does the service work?
3. How will this benefit me?
4. During what phase in the construction of a new home should I get this service?
5. What if my builder does not allow customization?
6. What is expected from me?
7. Does the structured wiring service include home automation?

1. How do I purchase this service?

• Call 785-273-1000 and ask for Tom or Ed. We will arrange a time for you to bring in your house plans.
• E-mail us to schedule a meeting time at tprice@skykansas.com or ecape@skykansas.com
• Fax us (785-266-4894) your home plan and request a consulting slot. Please make sure you give us at least 24 hours to review your home plan.
  

2. How does the service work?

By asking you the relevant questions about your new home and how you intend to use it, we will gather your requirements. Next, we will go back to the drawing board and draw a network diagram to show the structured wiring solution for your home. We will also come up with a list of components and cables you need to build this solution. Then we will send you the network diagram and components list and discuss the solution we came up with on our next call or email, whichever you prefer. Once we have agreed on design and price, we will meet you at the building site and do a walk-through prior to pre-wiring.

3. How will this benefit me?

For those building a new home…
Use Sky.com’s advice and structured wiring design to compare against all of the low-voltage wiring (voice/data/audio/video that your builder) is providing (probably a electrician). We represent your interests and will help you build your networking infrastructure right the first time.

For those building a custom home or remodeling…
Use our custom designed structured wiring solution to get accurate estimates. We will share ideas from hundreds of customers like you.

4. During what phase in the construction of a new home should I get this service?

Ideally, just after the first meeting with your General contractor or Builder. To get the maximum benefit of our advice, you should have our solution before any of the electrical work has begun. This is done prior to the insulation and drywall going up. If you are late into the construction cycle and are really serious about Structured Wiring, (and your builder did not put one in) call us and we will talk to your builder and see if they are willing to work with you. It is still not too late.

5. What if my builder does not allow customization?

If you are building a spec home, you may be able to sway the decision your way by agreeing to supply the network design, components, and cabling. Components and cabling for a 2500 Sq. Ft. home will average $1000. This is a small price to pay to get the custom structured wiring. Structured wiring usually appreciates your home value by 1 to 2 %.

6. What is expected from me?

You need to be familiar with your home plan, and you need to provide us with a copy. You need to put some thought into the location of the entertainment and communication appliances in each room. A discussion with your spouse and kids usually helps. Some customers call us for the first consultation from their construction site.

7. Does the Structured Wiring service include home automation?

No, this service does not provide home automation design. Our structured wiring solution is a building block for home automation.

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