Can I self-install a cable outlet?

Because installing coax outlets involves working around existing electrical wiring and confirming proper grounding, many homeowners prefer to hire a licensed electrician. A professional completes the work safely, secures the line behind the wall, and ensures the installation meets local code, which reduces the risk of damage or future repairs.

Do I need a cable outlet for the internet?

You still need a coaxial outlet for most cable-based internet services. The modem draws its signal from a cable line that terminates at a dedicated wall jack. Once the modem is online, your Wi-Fi router can broadcast the signal throughout the home, so the outlet’s location doesn’t affect wireless performance. If an existing jack is damaged or in an inconvenient spot, an electrician can move it or install a new one to maintain a strong, reliable connection.

How does cable length affect signal strength?

Coaxial cable loses signal strength the farther it runs. A 50-foot length introduces noticeable loss, and a 100-foot stretch can drop the signal by roughly 30%. A weaker signal can result in a fuzzy picture or slower internet speeds. To maintain high performance, limit cable length whenever possible, select the correct cable grade, and route it efficiently. If your layout demands an exceptionally long run, an electrician can install an inline amplifier to boost the signal and maintain picture or data quality.

Top-Rated Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel Installations Experts in Ayer, MA

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

2 years of experience

GC Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call today for a quote (508) 873-2871

"Came in to install some new recessed lighting. Got the job done fast and it came out perfect. Very respectful and responsible person. Also very knowledgeable of the work and took the time to explain the process. I would highly recommend Garret."

Jonathan P on May 2023

GC Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call today for a quote (508) 873-2871

"Came in to install some new recessed lighting. Got the job done fast and it came out perfect. Very respectful and responsible person. Also very knowledgeable of the work and took the time to explain the process. I would highly recommend Garret."

Jonathan P on May 2023

Alexandre Oliveira Electric

Alexandre Oliveira Electric

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

15 years of experience

Alexandre Oliveira Electric is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Did GREAT JOB"

Kate W on May 2020

Alexandre Oliveira Electric is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Did GREAT JOB"

Kate W on May 2020

13 years of experience

We pride ourselves on being the best Electrical company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Excellent service, very professional, responsible and reliable "

Grissel G on January 2025

We pride ourselves on being the best Electrical company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Excellent service, very professional, responsible and reliable "

Grissel G on January 2025

D.A. Baj Electrical, LLC

D.A. Baj Electrical, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

30 years of experience

D.A. Baj Electrical, LLC, provides our customers with the best quality electrical work. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities. D.A. Baj Electrical, LLC, works in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity, and exceeding your expectations. We have experience with many commercial jobs, luxury homes, and over 300 residences! Come work with us for the best quality electrical work. We look forward to hearing from you!

"Great communication. Clean and very professional work. I had other contractors from different trades here at the same time and Baj Electrical really stood out as professional and respectful. The work was done as explained. I could not be more satisfied."

Tony M on January 2020

D.A. Baj Electrical, LLC, provides our customers with the best quality electrical work. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities. D.A. Baj Electrical, LLC, works in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity, and exceeding your expectations. We have experience with many commercial jobs, luxury homes, and over 300 residences! Come work with us for the best quality electrical work. We look forward to hearing from you!

"Great communication. Clean and very professional work. I had other contractors from different trades here at the same time and Baj Electrical really stood out as professional and respectful. The work was done as explained. I could not be more satisfied."

Tony M on January 2020

Landry Mechanical, Inc.- Electrical

Landry Mechanical, Inc.- Electrical

Customers say: Quality work

192 local quotes requested

17 years of experience

In 2008, Landry Mechanical Inc Plumbing HVAC & Electric began serving residents throughout Worcester and Middlesex County. We started out just serving 20 systems a year and working on systems that our competitors ignored, such as wood systems or alternative energy systems. In putting our customers first, our reputation for quality work grew, as did our business. We guarantee 100% customer satisfaction A proud part of the Nextstar Network™ You always talk to a real person when you call us A+ rated by the BBB Today our team is 70 strong and staffed by industry experts who prioritize giving our customers the best experience possible. We do this by sticking to our goals of offering affordable, timely, effective services that are backed by ongoing training to keep up our technical aptitude. Services Provided by Locals, for Locals

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Maria S on October 2024

In 2008, Landry Mechanical Inc Plumbing HVAC & Electric began serving residents throughout Worcester and Middlesex County. We started out just serving 20 systems a year and working on systems that our competitors ignored, such as wood systems or alternative energy systems. In putting our customers first, our reputation for quality work grew, as did our business. We guarantee 100% customer satisfaction A proud part of the Nextstar Network™ You always talk to a real person when you call us A+ rated by the BBB Today our team is 70 strong and staffed by industry experts who prioritize giving our customers the best experience possible. We do this by sticking to our goals of offering affordable, timely, effective services that are backed by ongoing training to keep up our technical aptitude. Services Provided by Locals, for Locals

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Maria S on October 2024

31 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Joe came in did an estimate. Got the work done quick even with some additional costs and difficulties did a great job and charged exactly what we had agreed."

John A on May 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Joe came in did an estimate. Got the work done quick even with some additional costs and difficulties did a great job and charged exactly what we had agreed."

John A on May 2025

Rodenhiser Home Services, Inc.

Rodenhiser Home Services, Inc.

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

41 local quotes requested

When it comes to great service for your home or business, it doesn't get better than the professionalism and dedication of Rodenhiser Plumbing, Heating, AC and Electric. It's an unsurpassed level of service built on a promise that ensures you get the very best. When you call Rodenhiser, your satisfaction is guaranteed. With 90+ years of delighted residential and commercial clients, you can be sure that it's a promise that Rodenhiser delivers on every day.

"Timely done and great service"

lina A on December 2022

When it comes to great service for your home or business, it doesn't get better than the professionalism and dedication of Rodenhiser Plumbing, Heating, AC and Electric. It's an unsurpassed level of service built on a promise that ensures you get the very best. When you call Rodenhiser, your satisfaction is guaranteed. With 90+ years of delighted residential and commercial clients, you can be sure that it's a promise that Rodenhiser delivers on every day.

"Timely done and great service"

lina A on December 2022

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Jobs done efficiently and well. Friendly, cleaned up after the job. Fair price. Would hire again. "

Susan G on May 2025

We can take on a wide range of residential and commercial electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as wiring/panel upgrades, and a variety of other projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Jobs done efficiently and well. Friendly, cleaned up after the job. Fair price. Would hire again. "

Susan G on May 2025

Malvern Furusa Electrician

Malvern Furusa Electrician

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

30 local quotes requested

Malvern Furusa Electrician has been in the electrical business since 2006. We provide various electrical needs for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. All work is completed with high quality service and customer satisfaction guaranteed. We offer free estimates and 5% off discounts for new customers. Please contact us at (978) 490-8478 or Malvern_Electric@yahoo.com "No job too small, we do it all!" We also install generators. We installed EV chargers, EV chargers price start as low as $800. We installmany kind of EV chargers. We can be reached at 978 490 8478.

"Malvern Furusa and his team are top-notch in their level of skill, professionalism, dependability and integrity. He has become my go to electrician for ALL of my projects, whether I am constructing an apartment building or need work done at my personal residence. I am an owner, operator an developer of multifamily properties in the Greater Boston area and, although I am Malverns client, I consider him to be a key component (partner) for my business continued growth."

Saeed C on November 2023

Malvern Furusa Electrician has been in the electrical business since 2006. We provide various electrical needs for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. All work is completed with high quality service and customer satisfaction guaranteed. We offer free estimates and 5% off discounts for new customers. Please contact us at (978) 490-8478 or Malvern_Electric@yahoo.com "No job too small, we do it all!" We also install generators. We installed EV chargers, EV chargers price start as low as $800. We installmany kind of EV chargers. We can be reached at 978 490 8478.

"Malvern Furusa and his team are top-notch in their level of skill, professionalism, dependability and integrity. He has become my go to electrician for ALL of my projects, whether I am constructing an apartment building or need work done at my personal residence. I am an owner, operator an developer of multifamily properties in the Greater Boston area and, although I am Malverns client, I consider him to be a key component (partner) for my business continued growth."

Saeed C on November 2023

Advanced Energy Concepts of Worcester, Inc.

153 Southbridge Street

Advanced Energy Concepts of Worcester, Inc.

153 Southbridge Street

Customers say: Quality work

32 local quotes requested

35 years of experience

Advanced Energy Concepts was established in your community in 1990. Our main focus is energy conservation. Advanced Energy concepts also does a variety of plumbing services for your residential home

"Terrible customer service He created giant messes and lied to me on multiple occasions. I will say anything to get the project and not actually answer questions. When they came to give the quote, I asked them where they would put the heat pump and I said behind the house, but when they went to install it, it would not fit behind the house according to code. I constantly had to hound them to finish the job. They started in the spring, and then they did not finish until the winter, after saying they could start in 2 weeks. They left me without heat on below-freezing days because they were not finished. They did not honor parts of the contract. charged for service even though the contract says it is free for 3 years. They tried to charge me for things they did not install(humidifier). Installed the ventilation system over some sill rot. I left gaping holes in my home for months. I had to hound them every step of the way to get them to do the next part of the project. They were replacing propane and oil with gas and did not tell me I had to remove the propane to do so, and then the town would not permit their work and I had to pay out of pocket for more conversions. I had to hound them to get permits, including an oil tank removal permit, which they never pulled and I still do not have! The end result was an expensive system that I think is misconfigured and ill-fitting for my home (it does not remove humidity properly). If you would like to do the project management yourself, hire this company. That said, there was one very nice technician, but I would not have them install anything."

Allison B on July 2022

Advanced Energy Concepts was established in your community in 1990. Our main focus is energy conservation. Advanced Energy concepts also does a variety of plumbing services for your residential home

"Terrible customer service He created giant messes and lied to me on multiple occasions. I will say anything to get the project and not actually answer questions. When they came to give the quote, I asked them where they would put the heat pump and I said behind the house, but when they went to install it, it would not fit behind the house according to code. I constantly had to hound them to finish the job. They started in the spring, and then they did not finish until the winter, after saying they could start in 2 weeks. They left me without heat on below-freezing days because they were not finished. They did not honor parts of the contract. charged for service even though the contract says it is free for 3 years. They tried to charge me for things they did not install(humidifier). Installed the ventilation system over some sill rot. I left gaping holes in my home for months. I had to hound them every step of the way to get them to do the next part of the project. They were replacing propane and oil with gas and did not tell me I had to remove the propane to do so, and then the town would not permit their work and I had to pay out of pocket for more conversions. I had to hound them to get permits, including an oil tank removal permit, which they never pulled and I still do not have! The end result was an expensive system that I think is misconfigured and ill-fitting for my home (it does not remove humidity properly). If you would like to do the project management yourself, hire this company. That said, there was one very nice technician, but I would not have them install anything."

Allison B on July 2022