Residential Data, Network & AV Wiring in Santa Clarita
From Valencia and Saugus to Canyon Country and Old Town Newhall, Santa Clarita homes rely on fast, reliable networks for work, school, gaming, and streaming. Shaffer Construction, Inc. designs and installs clean, code-compliant data, network, and AV wiring that turns buffering into smooth 4K nights and dead zones into whole\u2011home coverage. Whether you're prewiring a new build near Westfield Valencia Town Center or upgrading a 1990s tract home off Copper Hill, we future\u2011proof with Cat6/Cat6a, smart cable management, and pro\u2011grade testing. Our local team handles everything—from design and permits to rack builds and certification—so you get performance you can count on, room to grow, and a system that looks as good as it performs.
Our Work
Benefits
Future-Ready Home Connectivity
We design wired backbones that handle today’s multi‑gig internet and tomorrow’s upgrades. Cat6a for 10GbE, fiber drops to media hubs, and flexible ENT “smurf tube” conduits to key rooms make future changes simple. We deploy Wi‑Fi 6/6E access points with wired backhaul, PoE+ or PoE++ switches for APs and cameras, and HDBaseT for reliable 4K video distribution. Every run is labeled, documented, and tested to TIA-568.2‑D for long‑term performance.
Code Compliance & Safety
Shaffer Construction handles the paperwork and compliance. We work directly with the City of Santa Clarita Building and Safety Division, follow the California Electrical Code (NFPA 70), and adhere to TIA/EIA structured cabling standards. We maintain proper firestopping per UL systems, respect NEC Article 725/800/820 for low‑voltage and communications, and document all pathways. Expect clean inspections and a system that’s safe, legal, and built to last.
Quality You Can Trust
From Belden and Commscope Cat6/Cat6a cable to Leviton/Panduit patch panels and keystone jacks, we use components we trust. We maintain bend radius, avoid kinks, and dress cables with Velcro—not zip ties—to protect performance. All terminations are certified with Fluke DSX testing and labeled to ANSI/TIA‑606. Racks are properly ventilated, surge‑protected, and secured—essential in Santa Clarita’s warm climate and seismic zone.
Personalized Wiring Solutions
Every home is different. We start with a walk‑through to locate ideal access point placements, TV and theater zones, and the best route from the ISP demarc to your network core. We map cable pathways to minimize attic heat exposure, plan fire‑rated penetrations, and design centralized or distributed rack options. Using heat‑mapping tools, we place APs for even coverage and plan for wired backhaul to eliminate dead zones and dropped calls.
What We Offer
We offer complete residential data, network, and AV wiring services tailored to Santa Clarita homes—new builds, remodels, and clean retrofits that respect HOA rules and aesthetics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit in Santa Clarita for residential data and AV wiring?+
Low‑voltage wiring often has streamlined requirements, but permits or inspections may be needed when adding new wall boxes, penetrations through rated assemblies, or power for racks/TVs. We coordinate with the City of Santa Clarita Building and Safety Division, determine what’s required for your scope, handle submittals, and meet inspectors so everything is compliant and documented.
Should I choose Cat6 or Cat6a for my home?+
Cat6 supports 1–5Gbps depending on run length; Cat6a supports 10GbE up to 100 meters and is better for interference control and future‑proofing. In Santa Clarita, we often use Cat6a for backbone and key rooms (office, media, APs) and Cat6 for shorter drops to keep costs balanced while enabling multi‑gig internet and HDBaseT video where needed.
How do you ensure strong Wi‑Fi coverage without dead zones?+
We perform a site survey and use heat‑mapping to place wired access points where your devices actually need signal—hallways, ceilings near living spaces, and upstairs landings. We run dedicated Cat6/Cat6a backhaul to each AP, avoid attic‑only placement due to heat, and tune channels to reduce interference. The result is seamless coverage across floors, patios, and casitas.
Can you work with my HOA’s exterior rules for cameras and conduit?+
Yes. We review your HOA’s guidelines, propose low‑visibility locations and paint‑matched conduit, and handle the submittal package if required. We can power cameras via PoE to minimize exterior devices and route cabling through soffits or existing chases, meeting both aesthetic expectations and California Electrical Code requirements.
What if my ISP equipment is in a hot garage or attic?+
We relocate the network core to a better location—often a closet or conditioned low‑voltage cabinet—using high‑quality cabling from the ISP demarc. We add ventilation, surge protection, and UPS where appropriate. Keeping gear out of extreme heat improves stability and lifespan, especially during Santa Clarita’s hot summers.
Can you wire a detached ADU or backyard office for data and AV?+
Absolutely. We run outdoor‑rated Cat6a or fiber in conduit between structures, bond and protect per code, and terminate to a small rack or media panel in the ADU. This ensures reliable multi‑gig backhaul for work, streaming, and security cameras without relying on weak wireless bridges.
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