Your business runs on connectivity. Every email, video conference, security camera feed, and cloud-based app relies on your network cabling working flawlessly behind the scenes. But over time, even the best infrastructure can fall behind modern demands.
At Progressive Cabling, we help businesses across Atlanta, Cobb County, Rome, and surrounding areas identify when their network cabling is due for an upgrade — and install structured, future-ready systems that keep you running fast and secure.
If your network has been slowing down or giving you headaches, here are the top five signs it’s time to upgrade your cabling.
1. You’re Experiencing Slow or Unreliable Connections
One of the first signs of outdated cabling is inconsistent performance. If your Wi-Fi drops frequently, uploads are slow, or devices struggle to stay connected, the problem may not be your internet provider — it’s likely your internal wiring.
Older standards like Cat5e were once sufficient, but they struggle to handle modern high-speed data loads. Newer cables, like Cat6 and Cat6a, support higher bandwidth and faster data transmission, making them ideal for businesses that rely on cloud computing, streaming, or real-time collaboration.
Progressive Cabling can test your current infrastructure and recommend whether an upgrade will solve those performance issues for good.
2. Your Business Has Grown (But Your Network Hasn’t)
As your team expands and more devices connect to your network — from computers and VoIP phones to printers and smart systems — your cabling needs to scale with you.
A network designed for 20 employees won’t perform the same when 50 or 100 are connected. If you’ve added new workstations, cameras, or wireless access points without updating your cabling, you may be overloading your network.
Our structured cabling solutions ensure every data drop and connection point is designed to handle your business growth — both now and in the future.
3. You’re Upgrading Technology or Moving to the Cloud
More businesses in Georgia are moving critical applications to the cloud — CRM systems, file storage, VoIP, and video conferencing, to name a few. But without high-quality cabling, these technologies can lag or fail under pressure.
Similarly, many organizations are deploying fiber optic backbones to handle faster speeds and larger data volumes. If your cabling can’t support those upgrades, it’s time to modernize.
Progressive Cabling specializes in fiber optic cabling and hybrid solutions, combining fiber backbones with Cat6/6a systems for speed, flexibility, and scalability.
4. You Have Outdated or Damaged Cabling
If your network infrastructure hasn’t been touched in years, it’s likely hiding outdated or even unsafe wiring. Over time, cables degrade due to heat, vibration, and wear — especially in ceilings, conduits, and warehouses.
You might also have abandoned Cat5e or Cat6 cables from previous tenants cluttering your space. Not only do these pose a fire hazard, but they can also violate local building codes.
Our demolition and cleanup services safely remove old or damaged cabling, while our new installations ensure your network meets all NEC and local compliance standards.
5. You’re Expanding Security or Access Control Systems
Modern security and access systems require reliable, high-speed cabling to function properly. If you’ve recently added security cameras, card readers, or door access keypads, and your existing cabling isn’t keeping up, you’re overdue for an upgrade.
At Progressive Cabling, we install integrated systems that support:
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) for cameras and access devices
- Centralized network control for managing security from one interface
- Future scalability for adding new cameras, doors, or sensors without redoing your entire network
With a strong cabling foundation, your security systems stay online, efficient, and protected.
Bonus Sign: Your Workspace Is a Cable Nightmare
If your server room or IT closet looks like a tangled web of unlabeled wires — it’s time for an upgrade. Disorganized cabling isn’t just messy; it slows down troubleshooting, complicates upgrades, and increases the risk of accidental disconnections.
Our structured cabling installations keep cables neatly organized, labeled, and easy to manage. That means faster service, easier expansion, and a professional look your IT team (and inspectors) will appreciate.
Why Businesses Across Georgia Choose Progressive Cabling
From offices in Marietta and Smyrna to warehouses in Kennesaw and Rome, businesses trust Progressive Cabling because we deliver:
- High-performance structured cabling systems
- Certified Cat6, Cat6a, and fiber installations
- Integrated data, security, and access control solutions
- Clean, organized, code-compliant work
- Future-ready designs that support growth
We don’t just install cables — we build long-term infrastructure that helps your business operate more efficiently and securely.
Upgrade Your Network — and Your Business
Don’t let outdated cabling hold your business back. Whether you’re experiencing slow speeds, expanding operations, or upgrading technology, Progressive Cabling provides professional network cabling upgrades across Atlanta, Cobb County, and Floyd County, GA.
Contact Progressive Cabling today to schedule a site assessment and find out how we can future-proof your network with a clean, organized, and high-speed cabling system.