Point-to-point wireless links in Haverhill

A point-to-point wireless link uses directional radio equipment mounted on two buildings to carry a network connection across open ground. It is commonly used when running a cable between sites is impractical or too disruptive, for example connecting a farm outbuilding to the main farmhouse network, linking two units on a business park, or extending a reliable connection to a warehouse or storage facility that sits away from the main premises.

The work involves mounting a pair of matched wireless units on each building, typically on a roof, gable wall or mast, and aligning them precisely to achieve the strongest signal path between the two points. Alignment is done with signal-strength tools rather than by eye, because even small errors reduce throughput significantly. The units are then cabled back into the network at each end, with power supplied over the same network cable in most cases. We configure the link and test real-world throughput before signing off.

The performance of a point-to-point link depends heavily on having a clear line of sight between the two units. Trees, buildings or other obstructions in the signal path will reduce speeds, and in some cases a relay point or a higher mast is needed. A professional assessment of the path before installation avoids problems that are expensive to fix afterwards. Equipment choice also matters: consumer-grade kit sold cheaply online rarely delivers consistent speeds or handles rain and frost reliably.

We assess the path between your sites, confirm line-of-sight clearance and recommend equipment suited to the distance and required throughput before any work is priced.

Point-to-point wireless links in the Haverhill area typically cost £400-£1,200 installed for spans up to around 500 metres, depending on equipment specification and mounting requirements at each end.