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 Loma Linda, CA

Customers say: True professional

30 local quotes requested

49 years of experience

We offer over 28 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. Were committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Carlos and his crew are awesome. This is the 2nd project. The first one was a 200 amp panel upgrade for my house. This one was a 100 amp panel clear on the other side of the house and a RV box. They even accommodated a last minute request. Got it all done in one day. "

deon r on April 2025

We offer over 28 years of experience in the electrical industry. We take on a wide range of electrical projects to include full installation for additions and remodels as well as generator installs, wiring and panel upgrades, and a variety of other jobs. We take pride in our quality of work and our commitment to outstanding results. Were committed to providing a personalized service for each individual project we take on. We look forward to building strong, long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Carlos and his crew are awesome. This is the 2nd project. The first one was a 200 amp panel upgrade for my house. This one was a 100 amp panel clear on the other side of the house and a RV box. They even accommodated a last minute request. Got it all done in one day. "

deon r on April 2025

West Coast Current

3661 S Allston Paseo Unit 11

3661 S Allston Paseo Unit 11

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

29 local quotes requested

West Coast Current 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 15 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. We specialize in Panel Upgrades and EV Charging installations but can take care of any electrical needs. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us today!

"Our house was in need of a new Electrical panel. After their initial visit, WCC provided me with the best quote: most decent and affordable price and most detailed contract. The job was done as planned and well done as agreed. Not only did was their service excellent, but Tommy, Sean & Marisol were and are very personable people: no BS, real pros from beginning to end! This update was important and concerning to us. WCC handled it effectively. Zero stress! I highly recommend them."

bruno r on April 2025

West Coast Current 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 15 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. We specialize in Panel Upgrades and EV Charging installations but can take care of any electrical needs. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us today!

"Our house was in need of a new Electrical panel. After their initial visit, WCC provided me with the best quote: most decent and affordable price and most detailed contract. The job was done as planned and well done as agreed. Not only did was their service excellent, but Tommy, Sean & Marisol were and are very personable people: no BS, real pros from beginning to end! This update was important and concerning to us. WCC handled it effectively. Zero stress! I highly recommend them."

bruno r on April 2025

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

37 years of experience

Gary & Son Electric Co. offers a vast spectrum of expertise to manage any type of electrical needs for our unique and diverse Residential, Commercial or Industrial customers. It is our specialty to create and develop innovative and affordable solutions for all. Questions? Call us, we have the Answers!

"Gary was the only bidder who came to the house to review the project with me. This gave me confidence that he completely understood the scope and would not hit me with change orders. His price was competitive. On the day of installation, he and his assistant (required because I needed a new cable pulled between the house and detached garage) were courteous and professional. Once the charger was installed, Gary walked me through setting up the application to confirm I had set it up properly. Gary scheduled the LADBS inspection and returned to attend the inspection. Gary is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and friendly. I would absolutely use him again for other electrical projects."

C R on February 2025

Gary & Son Electric Co. offers a vast spectrum of expertise to manage any type of electrical needs for our unique and diverse Residential, Commercial or Industrial customers. It is our specialty to create and develop innovative and affordable solutions for all. Questions? Call us, we have the Answers!

"Gary was the only bidder who came to the house to review the project with me. This gave me confidence that he completely understood the scope and would not hit me with change orders. His price was competitive. On the day of installation, he and his assistant (required because I needed a new cable pulled between the house and detached garage) were courteous and professional. Once the charger was installed, Gary walked me through setting up the application to confirm I had set it up properly. Gary scheduled the LADBS inspection and returned to attend the inspection. Gary is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and friendly. I would absolutely use him again for other electrical projects."

C R on February 2025

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

13 local quotes requested

P S Electrical is known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. Please call today, we appreciate your business.

"Paul was very professional , he know what he was doing, he took a root cause analysis approach and rectified."

Justin D on May 2025

P S Electrical is known for our prompt service and superior attention to detail. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. Please call today, we appreciate your business.

"Paul was very professional , he know what he was doing, he took a root cause analysis approach and rectified."

Justin D on May 2025

All-In-One Electrical Systems, Inc.

8366 Cherry Ave Apt J10

All-In-One Electrical Systems, Inc.

8366 Cherry Ave Apt J10

12 local quotes requested

5 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very professional, good quality of materials and they had the job done before deadline? thanks guys!"

Berkley S on March 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Very professional, good quality of materials and they had the job done before deadline? thanks guys!"

Berkley S on March 2025

Pro Power and Data, Inc.

3400 Cottage Way, Suite G2 #24642

Pro Power and Data, Inc.

3400 Cottage Way, Suite G2 #24642

6 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We are 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.

"Needed a generator for backup power since we were having so many power outages due to the wind . It Took 2 days the electrician was professional, on time and explained everything and didn't leave a mess . Would use this company again"

Fernando V on January 2025

We are 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.

"Needed a generator for backup power since we were having so many power outages due to the wind . It Took 2 days the electrician was professional, on time and explained everything and didn't leave a mess . Would use this company again"

Fernando V on January 2025

15 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"After a fire was in our garage H and K Electric came out to the house to rewire and do a panel upgrade and run wire underground for our pool. They were professional and got the job done in a timely manner. Would for sure hire again and recommend to anyone looking for electrical work. "

Tracy K on April 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"After a fire was in our garage H and K Electric came out to the house to rewire and do a panel upgrade and run wire underground for our pool. They were professional and got the job done in a timely manner. Would for sure hire again and recommend to anyone looking for electrical work. "

Tracy K on April 2025

Customers say: Quick response

6 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! 24-hour emergency services available

"Chris walked me through the whole process. Was very transparent and walk us through every step. The crew was clean and efficient. I appreciate that they were on time and were able to answer all my questions. I would defenitely hire them for future projects."

RICARDO U on April 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! 24-hour emergency services available

"Chris walked me through the whole process. Was very transparent and walk us through every step. The crew was clean and efficient. I appreciate that they were on time and were able to answer all my questions. I would defenitely hire them for future projects."

RICARDO U on April 2025

Customers say: Quick response

5 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

At Rodco Electric, Inc, 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 the start to the 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.

"Reached out to a few companies but Randy and his crew came through and looked at our issue and came up with a solution for the issue. They tried and even contacted Edison on my behalf and followed up with me to make sure my issues were resolved. Definitely will be going with them for future projects, honesty and integrity are hard to find in a business where people are overpriced for their work."

William W on January 2025

At Rodco Electric, Inc, 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 the start to the 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.

"Reached out to a few companies but Randy and his crew came through and looked at our issue and came up with a solution for the issue. They tried and even contacted Edison on my behalf and followed up with me to make sure my issues were resolved. Definitely will be going with them for future projects, honesty and integrity are hard to find in a business where people are overpriced for their work."

William W on January 2025

Wilson Electric

6049 Briercrest Ave

4.74(

160

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Wilson Electric

6049 Briercrest Ave

4.74(

160

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Approved Pro

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

982 local quotes requested

Celebrating our 25th year in business, Wilson Electric is dedicated to providing quality service at an honest price! Ditch the sales pitch/third party answering service and speak to someone who cares about your next project. We specialize in total house re-wires, panel upgrades, car charging stations, recessed lighting and chandelier installations. Call: Brian or Steve @ 714-842-9700 for your free estimate. We looking forward to hearing from you! CA LIC #693150.

"The electricians came just over an hour from the first call, they walked through the building and found what the issue was. While changing out the bulbs they also found that the old wiring was not done correctly. They were able to able to figure out the wiring, correct it and install the lights properly. They were prompt, courteous."

Nick M on July 2019

Celebrating our 25th year in business, Wilson Electric is dedicated to providing quality service at an honest price! Ditch the sales pitch/third party answering service and speak to someone who cares about your next project. We specialize in total house re-wires, panel upgrades, car charging stations, recessed lighting and chandelier installations. Call: Brian or Steve @ 714-842-9700 for your free estimate. We looking forward to hearing from you! CA LIC #693150.

"The electricians came just over an hour from the first call, they walked through the building and found what the issue was. While changing out the bulbs they also found that the old wiring was not done correctly. They were able to able to figure out the wiring, correct it and install the lights properly. They were prompt, courteous."

Nick M on July 2019