Construction site connectivity — the typical project shape.
What a Telexico construction site connectivity project actually involves — Starlink for remote sites, 4G/5G failover, site office phones, temporary deployment patterns. Illustrative of the kind of project we run for UK construction firms.
The connectivity problems UK construction sites typically hit
Construction sites share a specific connectivity challenge: remote locations where Openreach FTTP isn't viable or has long install lead times; temporary occupancy (6-24 months typical) where committing to long-term leased lines doesn't fit; multiple site office requirements (project management portacabin, welfare facilities, security, client visiting facilities); need for reliable internet for project management software, video calls, document collaboration, BIM/CAD file transfer, attendance and timesheet systems; and the operational risk of site teams losing connectivity at critical project moments.
Remote sites with no FTTP coverage
Brownfield sites, rural builds, motorway works, large-scale infrastructure — locations where Openreach FTTP isn't yet available or has 6+ month install lead times. Traditional broadband isn't an option.
Temporary site requirements
Construction sites typically occupied 6-24 months. Committing to long-term broadband contracts doesn't fit; need rapid-deployment connectivity that can move when the project moves.
Multi-cabin site offices
Project management portacabin, welfare facilities, security gate, client visiting facilities — multiple cabins each needing connectivity. Coordinating across multiple temporary locations.
Site team productivity hit by poor connectivity
Project management software, video calls with HQ, BIM file transfer, attendance systems all need reliable internet. Connectivity gaps cost project time and money.
How Telexico designs site connectivity
The standard construction site connectivity project we deploy: Starlink as primary connectivity (rapid deployment within days, satellite-based so works almost anywhere, 100-300Mbps typical, no civils required); 4G/5G failover via managed dual-WAN router for resilience and to handle Starlink intermittent rain-fade events; site office hosted VoIP for project communications; business WiFi covering site offices and immediate area (Ubiquiti outdoor APs typical); rapid-deployment package designed for fast install (typically within 1-2 weeks of order); ability to relocate the connectivity stack to the next site at project end — kit moves with the customer rather than being stranded at the old site.
How the deployment ran.
Typical project shape: 1-2 weeks elapsed from order to live. Construction site deployments are deliberately fast because project timelines don't tolerate 6-week install lead times.
Days 1-3 — Site assessment and ordering
Site visit or remote assessment; confirm Starlink line-of-sight clear from satellite path; check 4G/5G coverage at site; order Starlink hardware (typically arrives within 7 days); order managed router and WiFi APs.
Days 4-10 — Hardware install
Telexico engineer attends site; Starlink dish installed on portacabin roof or temporary mount with clear sky view; managed router configured with 4G failover; WiFi APs deployed across site offices; hosted VoIP handsets configured.
Days 10-14 — Soft launch and tuning
Site team training on new setup; project management software testing; video call verification; first week of close monitoring with adjustments based on actual usage patterns and any rain-fade or coverage issues.
What changes operationally
The observable shifts across construction site connectivity deployments follow a consistent pattern — though specific performance varies by site location and weather conditions.
Site has reliable internet from day one
Project management, video calls, BIM file transfer, attendance systems all work reliably. Site team productivity doesn't suffer from connectivity gaps. Starlink delivers 100-300Mbps consistent.
Rapid deployment fits project timelines
Connectivity live within 1-2 weeks of order rather than 6+ weeks for traditional broadband. Project mobilisation timelines respected; site teams aren't waiting for connectivity to start working.
Kit moves to next site at project end
Starlink, router, WiFi APs designed to be relocatable. Project ends, kit packs into a van, sets up at the next site within days. Connectivity stack is portable infrastructure, not stranded sunk cost.
The technical configuration
Standard construction site connectivity stack: Starlink Business as primary (typically 100-300Mbps depending on weather and load); 4G/5G failover via managed dual-WAN router with EE, Vodafone or Three SIM depending on site coverage; managed firewall configured for site office security; business WiFi with outdoor APs (typically Ubiquiti UniFi outdoor units IP67-rated for cabin and outdoor coverage); hosted VoIP handsets for site office phones with mobile apps for site management staff; portable hardware designed for relocation at project end; central monitoring of Starlink and failover health; 24/7 UK engineer support. The configuration is deliberately portable — kit moves with the customer when the project moves.
What you actually get from Telexico.
Honest about scope. No aggressive sales tactics, no surprise renewal jumps, no tier-1 call-centre triage. Real UK engineers, transparent pricing, one provider relationship across the stack.
UK-based provider
Wolverhampton-headquartered. Engineers cover the West Midlands daily; UK-wide install via our partner network. Real UK engineer support, UK data residency, UK contractual relationship — not US-routed SaaS.
Real engineer support
When you call Telexico, you reach someone who can actually fix things. Response SLA backed by real engineering capacity rather than call-centre headcount. Named account manager for ongoing customers.
Free infrastructure review
Every engagement starts with a no-obligation audit of your current setup. Honest recommendation — sometimes that's "stay with your current provider after negotiation." We'd rather be honest than oversell.
Transparent pricing
What you sign for is what you pay — including renewal. No teaser pricing that jumps 30-100% at year two. No mid-contract CPI shock. Predictable multi-year cost from day one.
One provider, one platform
Broadband, hosted VoIP, business WiFi, AI Receptionist, 4G/5G failover, CCTV consolidated onto one Telexico relationship. Single bill, single support number, single engineer when something needs attention.
Migration project-managed
Switching to Telexico isn't DIY. We handle contract audit, notice timing, ordering, parallel running, cutover, old-provider close-out. Customer-visible disruption typically measured in minutes.
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Frequently asked questions
How fast can construction site connectivity actually be deployed?
1-2 weeks elapsed from order to live. Starlink hardware typically arrives within 7 days; install and configuration takes 2-4 days; soft launch and tuning another few days. Faster than traditional broadband by significant margin — fits construction mobilisation timelines.
Is Starlink really reliable enough for site office use?
For construction site office use — yes. Typical Starlink performance: 100-300Mbps consistent, low latency suitable for video calls and project management software. Brief rain-fade events do occur (heavy weather affecting satellite signal); 4G failover catches these. Hundreds of UK construction sites running on Starlink primary work reliably for project management, video, file transfer.
What happens when the project ends?
Kit moves to your next site. Starlink, router, WiFi APs pack into a van and redeploy at the next location within days. Same Telexico account relationship continues; just new physical location. Significantly cheaper than buying fresh kit for each project.
What about phone systems on a construction site?
Hosted VoIP with IP handsets in site offices; mobile and desktop apps for site management and visiting management. Phones work over Starlink and failover automatically when needed. Number can be either a fixed UK landline number you keep across projects or a new number per site depending on operational preference.
What does construction site connectivity cost?
Variable by site complexity and required service. Indicative monthly costs: £100-200/month Starlink Business; £50-100/month managed router and 4G failover; £30-80/month per site office WiFi; £8-15/user/month hosted VoIP. Plus initial hardware costs (typically £600-2,500 depending on site scope) which are reusable across projects. Real quotes against specific site scope.
What about temporary connectivity for outdoor work areas?
Outdoor APs (IP67-rated) provide WiFi coverage across immediate site office areas and welfare facilities. For wider site coverage (e.g. extensive outdoor work areas), 4G/5G dongles for individual site teams handle that need. Different solutions sized to specific operational requirements.
Can you deploy across multiple concurrent sites?
Yes — standard pattern for construction firms with multiple active projects. Each site gets its own deployment; all managed centrally; consolidated billing; single Telexico account manager handles the portfolio. New project starts: new site deployment ordered with same template.
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