How to Extend Your Wifi to an Outbuilding, Shed or Garage

As we fully embrace a new era of remote work, where an increasing number of people are permanently working from home, there has been a significant surge in the demand for additional space. This has led people to extend their homes or cleverly construct outbuildings or garden offices to establish separate workspaces.

Outbuildings are not only being utilised for work, as people are creating home gyms, studios, and even pubs and bars! Regardless of the purpose of your additional space, it is highly likely that you will require internet access, whether it’s for work, entertainment, or even accepting card payments for business services.

Achieve a Reliable and Extended WiFi Range for Your Outbuildings

A reliable and robust internet connection has become a necessity for most people, whether they are working or seeking entertainment. At the WiFi Specialist, we possess extensive experience in expanding WiFi coverage and can assist you in finding the most reliable method to suit your specific needs.

We understand the importance of extending WiFi signals to outbuildings, such as garages or sheds, and we can offer solutions to help you achieve this. Whether it involves using WiFi extenders, running Ethernet cables to the outbuilding, or implementing point-to-point WiFi extenders, we have the expertise to guide you.

If you are wondering how to get WiFi in your shed or extend the WiFi range to your garden, we can provide you with the best options available. Our team can advise you on the optimal methods for extending WiFi to outbuildings in the UK, ensuring a strong and reliable connection.

Your options for extending WiFi to an outbuilding

There are a few options you can look at when wanting to ensure your WiFi reaches your new space. Your network may be robust enough to tackle this job yourself, in which case you could opt for a WiFi booster or extender or look at a Powerline Adapter.

Buy a Booster or Extender

If your outbuilding is close to the house, depending on where your router is located, you may find a booster or extender that will be sufficient to make your WiFi signal reach. These devices need to be close enough to your home router to work. This is the cheapest option, however, the drawback to this is that this solution is not very reliable, and you could still have frustrating connection issues which may drive you to a different solution after spending the money on a cheaper extender or repeater.

Get a Powerline Adapter

If your outbuilding has power, another option could be a powerline adaptor. This works by using the power cable to transmit your internet connection. This is another affordable option; however, this method can have interference problems and again may leave you with connection or speed problems.

Get professional help to extend your WiFi to Outbuildings

If you need a reliable and fast internet connection that isn’t going to drop out The WiFi Specialist can help.

We can come to your premises and carry out a WiFi survey to understand your needs and budget. After we fully understand your needs, we can talk you through all your options so you can decide on the best route for you and your requirements.

Whether you need to provide WiFi access to outbuildings in your business or have built a home office or gym at home, our team of skilled engineers will be able to come up with a solution that will fit your requirements.

Hard Wired Ethernet

One option is to run an ethernet cable from your router to your outbuilding and then have an Access Point in your outbuilding.

This option is dependable, and you will not lose speed as this is connected straight to your router unless your outbuilding is quite far from your house. If you are running the cable over 100m you may face signal degradation.

If you are in the process of building your outbuilding, you will have the option to run the ethernet cabling along with the power cabling to minimise disruption. If not, you may need to look at digging a trench which would be an extra cost and mean more expensive cabling to protect the wires inside.

Our team of engineers have built up years of knowledge with all types of solutions and will be able to give you sound advice based on experience to meet your requirements and budget.

Point to Point

Point-to-point is a data connection that transmits a signal between two different endpoints. Each point has a powerful antenna that either sends or receives the WiFi signal.

The endpoints usually communicate via radio waves or an optical laser so that they can transmit signals over a larger distance. This proves a very reliable connection if both devices have a line of sight. Our team of WiFi specialist engineers can take care of the set-up to ensure the antennas are lined up correctly, and you can enjoy your WiFi whether it be for work or pleasure.

There are no cables to run with point-to-point WiFi and it can transmit over long distances so long as there are not obstacles in the way of the devices, so can be a great option for people who need WiFi to reach outbuildings that are slightly further away from the home router.

External access points

Depending on the locality of your outbuilding to your house, you may only need an external access point to be able to get the WiFi signal and strength you need. Different devices offer different ranges, so if your outbuilding is relatively close to your home, you may be able to get away with a long-range access point, hardwired into your router and positioned as close to your outbuilding as possible.

This is a great cost-effective solution for outbuildings of light construction like sheds, that don’t have thick walls for the signal to reach through.

Summary and Key Takeaways

Thanks to modern technology continuing to adapt to our modern needs and lifestyles it is now easier than ever to ensure you are connected throughout each corner of your home.

If you are wanting to extend your WiFi to a nearby outbuilding and your network is strong and robust, a WiFi extender or booster may be a great and affordable solution.

However, if you need to ensure a foolproof connection for work or a business, or if your outbuilding is a fair distance from your main building and router, you may want to investigate a hardwire connection or an external access point to ensure minimal disruption and dropouts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I extend my WiFi to my shed?

Yes, it is possible to extend your WiFi to a shed. There are various methods to achieve this, such as using WiFi boosters or extenders, running Ethernet cables, implementing point-to-point WiFi connections, or using external access points. The best approach depends on the distance between your shed and the router, as well as the specific requirements of your setup.

Can you extend WiFi to a detached garage?

Yes, WiFi can be extended to a detached garage using similar methods mentioned above. The choice of method depends on the distance between the garage and the router, as well as other factors such as obstacles and interference that may affect the WiFi signal. WiFi boosters, Ethernet cables, point-to-point WiFi, or external access points can be used to extend the WiFi coverage to a detached garage.

Can mesh WiFi be used outdoors?

Mesh WiFi systems are typically designed for indoor use, and their performance may be affected when used outdoors. However, some mesh WiFi systems offer weatherproof or outdoor-specific models that are designed to withstand outdoor conditions. If you require WiFi coverage in an outdoor area, it is advisable to use outdoor-specific WiFi access points or other suitable outdoor WiFi solutions.

Does mesh WiFi work through brick walls?

Mesh WiFi systems can work through brick walls, but the signal strength and performance may be affected. Brick walls can hinder WiFi signal propagation, especially if they are thick or have metal reinforcements. In such cases, it is recommended to position the mesh WiFi access points strategically to minimise signal interference and maximise coverage.

How far does a WiFi range extender work?

The range of a WiFi range extender can vary depending on the specific model and environmental factors. In general, WiFi range extenders can extend the WiFi coverage by an additional 50 to 100 feet (15 to 30 meters). However, the actual range may be influenced by factors such as obstructions, interference, and the quality of the WiFi extender itself. It is advisable to consider these factors when choosing a WiFi range extender for your specific needs.

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