Month: March 2026

The Challenge

Working from home made this more than just an inconvenience. Video calls on platforms like Microsoft Teams were regularly dropping, impacting day-to-day productivity.

To make things more challenging, the homeowner was clear: no drilling, no cabling, and no expensive, invasive install.

What We Did

We carried out a full site survey to understand how the Wi-Fi signal was behaving within the property and identify the most effective placement strategy.

Based on this, we designed a three-node mesh system using Amazon eero technology, leveraging the latest Wi-Fi 7 capabilities.

The primary access point was positioned alongside the existing router, with a second placed on the middle landing and a third satellite directly above it on the upper floor. This vertical alignment allowed us to maximise signal propagation between floors while keeping the install completely non-invasive.

By utilising Wi-Fi 7, we were able to create a high-performance wireless backhaul using dedicated, uncongested channels — ensuring that communication between access points remained fast and stable, without impacting user devices.

The Result

The homeowner now benefits from full-speed Wi-Fi throughout the entire property — achieving their full 500 Mbps connection in every room, on every floor, without a single cable being installed.

Video calls are now stable and uninterrupted, transforming the working-from-home experience. Beyond that, the improved coverage unlocked additional benefits — including the ability to reliably connect and update their electric vehicle via the home network, something that simply wasn’t possible before.

All of this was achieved with a clean, discreet setup that respected both the home and the homeowner’s budget.

Thinking About Something Similar?

If your Wi-Fi isn’t keeping up — but you don’t want the mess or cost of a full wired installation — Tartan Solutions can design a smart, non-invasive solution that delivers real performance. Get in touch to see how we can improve your home network without disrupting your space.

The Challenge

A city centre apartment owner in Glasgow was relying entirely on IPTV services for their entertainment — removing the need for a traditional aerial but placing much higher demands on their home network.

With multiple TVs and devices in use, a standard Wi-Fi setup wasn’t delivering the consistency or reliability needed for high-quality streaming. Buffering, dropouts, and variable performance were impacting what should have been a premium living experience.

What We Did

We designed a network built specifically for performance-led living. A structured Cat6 Ethernet cabling system was installed throughout the apartment, providing dedicated wired connections to every TV location — ensuring each device could operate at full speed without relying on wireless.

To support this, we installed a two-access-point wireless network using a Ubiquiti UniFi solution, delivering strong, consistent Wi-Fi coverage across the entire apartment for mobile devices and everyday use.

At the core of the system, we deployed a UniFi Dream Machine SE — enabling advanced network management and giving the homeowner the flexibility to run a dual internet setup. This allowed for a primary high-speed connection via Hyperoptic, alongside a backup FTTP line from Vodafone — ensuring continuous connectivity even in the event of an outage.

The network was also optimised to prioritise streaming traffic, ensuring IPTV services run smoothly even during peak usage.

The Result

Every TV in the apartment now benefits from a stable, high-speed wired connection — delivering uninterrupted 4K streaming with zero buffering. The wireless network provides seamless coverage throughout the space, supporting phones, tablets, and smart devices without compromise.

With dual internet capability in place, the home now benefits from an added layer of resilience — switching seamlessly between providers if needed. The result is a clean, modern setup that matches the quality of the apartment itself: no clutter, no aerials, and no performance issues — just fast, reliable connectivity at all times.

Thinking About Something Similar?

If you’re relying on streaming services or want to upgrade your home to a cleaner, more reliable network setup, Tartan Solutions can design a solution that fits your space and lifestyle perfectly. Get in touch to see how we can transform your home connectivity.

This is a great one — very relatable, strong “constraint-led” story (budget + no disruption), which makes the outcome feel even more impressive 👇

The Challenge

A couple renovating their home in the Highlands wanted to make full use of a newly built garden room — but with rural connectivity and distance from the main house, reliable internet access was a real concern. They needed a solution that would deliver fast, stable connectivity across both buildings without compromise.

What We Did

We worked closely with their electrician during the build phase to install a fibre link between the main house and the garden room — ensuring a robust, high-speed connection from day one. Media converters were deployed at either end, allowing the fibre connection to deliver full wired network performance seamlessly between the two buildings.

Inside the home, we designed and installed a three-access-point wireless network using a Ubiquiti UniFi solution, powered by a UniFi Gateway Ultra for secure and efficient network management.

A single, unified Wi-Fi network (SSID) was configured across all access points, enabling smooth roaming throughout the entire property — from inside the home right through to the garden room — without any manual switching or drop in connection.

Structured cabling was installed throughout the property to support strong, consistent performance in every room, while the garden room was fully equipped with a smart TV connected to the network — turning it into a true extension of the home.

To ensure long-term reliability, we also enabled remote management capabilities and designed the system to support a secondary internet connection via Starlink, providing a future-ready backup option in this rural location.

The Result

The homeowners now enjoy seamless, high-speed connectivity across both the main house and garden room — with no drop-offs or dead zones. Whether moving through the house or stepping out into the garden room, devices stay connected effortlessly thanks to the single Wi-Fi network and intelligent roaming.

The wired fibre link ensures maximum performance between buildings, while the smart TV and connected devices in the garden room operate flawlessly. With remote management in place and Starlink-ready resilience, the entire system is built not just for today — but for whatever comes next.

Thinking About Something Similar?

If you’re planning a garden room, home office, or upgrading your property’s connectivity — especially in rural or challenging locations — Tartan Solutions can design a system that works flawlessly from day one. Get in touch to see how we can build a network around the way you live.