What does office WiFi setup cost in Singapore?
Most Singapore SMEs fall into one of three brackets. A small office of five to ten staff in a single room or shophouse unit needs one to two access points and costs $600 to $1,200 fully installed. A mid-size office of 2,500 to 5,000 sq ft with multiple rooms needs three to five access points, a managed PoE switch and proper Cat6 cabling, running $1,500 to $3,500. Larger offices spanning multiple floors or requiring guest network segmentation and firewall configuration typically start from $4,000.
These figures cover the access points themselves, a PoE network switch to power and connect them, Cat6 cabling from each access point back to the switch, configuration of staff and guest WiFi networks, and a final coverage test throughout the premises.
What's included in a professional office WiFi installation?
A proper install is not just placing a router on a desk. It includes a site survey to map dead spots, business-grade access points mounted on the ceiling or wall for even coverage, a managed switch with Power over Ethernet so access points don't need separate power sockets, and network segmentation so staff WiFi, guest WiFi and any security devices sit on separate VLANs.
- Site survey and coverage planning
- Ceiling or wall-mounted business-grade access points
- Managed PoE switch sized for the number of access points
- Cat6 cabling and trunking or ceiling-void routing
- Staff, guest and security VLAN segmentation
- Speed and coverage testing across every room
Small office setup: what does it cost?
A small office in a shophouse unit, co-working suite or single-floor retail space usually needs just one or two access points to cover 800 to 1,500 sq ft. This is the fastest and most affordable setup, typically completed in half a day with minimal disruption to staff. Expect to pay $600 to $1,200 depending on whether new cabling is required or an existing data point can be reused.
Medium to large office setup: what does it cost?
Offices between 2,500 and 10,000 sq ft, or those with many meeting rooms, thick concrete walls, or 30 or more staff devices, need three or more access points working together as a single roaming network. Pricing for this tier runs $1,500 to $3,500, covering the access points, a managed switch, cabling runs, and configuration so staff move between rooms without dropping connection. Offices above 10,000 sq ft or spanning multiple floors typically start from $4,000, particularly where a firewall or next-generation gateway is added for stronger security.
Do I need structured cabling for office WiFi?
In most cases, yes. Commercial access points are powered and connected via Cat6 Ethernet cable run back to a PoE switch, which is far more reliable than relying on WiFi mesh alone. If your premises already has structured cabling with data points in the right locations, installation is quicker and cheaper. If not, we run new cabling through trunking or above the ceiling void, which adds to the cost but gives a more stable, higher-throughput network long term.
How many access points does my office need?
A rough guide is one access point per 800 to 1,200 sq ft of open-plan space, though this drops if the office has many partition walls, meeting rooms, or a high density of laptops, phones and IoT devices. We include a site survey with every quote so the number of access points is based on your actual floor plan rather than a generic estimate.
Business-grade vs consumer routers — why it matters
A consumer router bought off the shelf is designed for five to ten home devices, not a busy office with dozens of laptops, phones and point-of-sale terminals connecting throughout the day. Business-grade access points handle far more concurrent connections, support central management across multiple units, and let us separate staff WiFi from guest WiFi and from any CCTV or access control devices on the same network. This segmentation matters for both performance and security.
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Send an enquiry Call +65 9336 1177How to get an accurate quote for your office
Floor plans, wall materials and device density all affect the final price, so the most reliable way to get an accurate quote is a short site visit or a set of photos and measurements. To get started, use our online enquiry form or call us directly at +65 9336 1177. Mention your floor size, staff count, and whether the office has existing data cabling.
Frequently asked questions about office WiFi setup in Singapore
How much does it cost to set up WiFi in a Singapore office?
A small office WiFi setup with one to two access points in Singapore costs between $600 and $1,200 fully installed. A mid-size office with three to five access points, a managed PoE switch and proper cabling costs $1,500 to $3,500. Larger multi-floor offices with structured cabling and guest network segmentation run $4,000 and up.
How many WiFi access points does my office need?
As a rule of thumb, one access point covers around 800 to 1,200 sq ft of open-plan office space, fewer if there are many walls or meeting rooms. A 2,000 sq ft office typically needs two to three access points, while a 5,000 sq ft floor needs four to six for reliable coverage and device density.
Do I need a business-grade router instead of a home router?
Yes, for any office with more than five to ten regular users. Home routers are not built for dozens of simultaneous devices, lack VLAN and guest network segmentation, and have weak central management. Business-grade access points and a proper switch cost more upfront but avoid daily dropouts and slowdowns.
Can my office WiFi network support CCTV and access control on the same network?
It can, but it should be segmented. We set up a separate VLAN for security devices like CCTV cameras and access control readers so they don't compete with staff and guest WiFi traffic, and so a compromised guest device can't reach your security system. This is standard practice on every install we do.
How long does office WiFi installation take?
A small office with one to two access points and no new cabling can be completed in half a day. A mid-size office with three to five access points, new Cat6 runs and switch configuration typically takes one to two days. We schedule around business hours or after-hours to avoid disrupting operations.
Do I need new cabling for WiFi access points?
Most commercial access points are wired via Cat6 Ethernet cable back to a PoE switch, which also powers them, so new cabling is usually required unless the premises already has structured cabling in the right locations. We run cabling in trunking or above the ceiling void and test every run before handover.