Router Upgrades & Router Setup

Faster, more reliable Wi‑Fi with router upgrades

If your Wi‑Fi is slow, unreliable or struggling to handle modern devices, your router may be the problem. I provide fast, expert router upgrades and setup across Manchester and Cheshire, replacing poor ISP routers and configuring everything properly for strong, stable Wi‑Fi.
Most UK homes still rely on basic ISP routers that simply aren’t designed for today’s Wi‑Fi demands. Poor range, slow speeds, weak security and unstable connections are all common symptoms. I specialise in upgrading routers and setting them up correctly – giving you faster, more reliable Wi‑Fi throughout your home.

This service is ideal for anyone who wants a proper, modern router without the hassle of configuring it themselves.

Router Services I Provide

  • Replacing poor ISP routers
  • Full router setup and configuration
  • Improving Wi‑Fi speeds and stability
  • Setting up modern Wi‑Fi 6 / Wi‑Fi 7 routers
  • Fixing issues caused by old or failing routers
  • Optimising router placement
  • Configuring guest networks
  • Improving security and parental controls
  • Integrating routers with mesh systems
  • Setting up routers for new builds, extensions and loft conversions

Common Router Improvements

  • Faster Wi‑Fi throughout the home
  • Better performance for streaming and gaming
  • More stable connections for home offices
  • Improved speeds for smart home devices
  • Fixing dropouts and buffering
  • Ensuring devices stay connected across multiple floors
  • Stronger Wi‑Fi for lofts, extensions and garden offices

Specialist Router Setup & Troubleshooting

If you’ve tried boosters, extenders or ISP‑provided solutions without success, a proper router upgrade can make a huge difference:

  • Diagnosing router performance issues
  • Identifying interference sources
  • Replacing outdated or failing routers
  • Reconfiguring mesh systems after a router upgrade
  • Improving speeds for work‑from‑home setups
  • Fixing issues caused by layout, distance or poor equipment

Not sure if your router is the problem? Just send a quick message, photos help and I’ll confirm what’s possible.

How Router Upgrades Work

I keep the process simple and transparent:

  • Send a quick message Tell me about your current router and the issues you’re having – photos are always useful.
  • I’ll confirm if it’s a job I can take on If it is, I’ll give you a clear price and availability. If not, I’ll point you in the right direction.
  • I visit and install the new router Most router upgrades are completed within a half‑day visit, including full setup.
  • Follow‑up support included If anything needs tweaking afterwards, I’m always here to help.
Why Choose inHOME Tech for Router Upgrades

Specialist home networking expertise

I focus heavily on Wi‑Fi, mesh and router optimisation.

Fast, efficient visits

Most upgrades are completed within a half‑day visit.

Proper configuration

No guesswork – just reliable, stable, well‑structured networks.

Clear boundaries

No large rewires or multi‑day installs — just clean, tidy, effective work.

Local and reliable

Covering Manchester and Cheshire areas.

Who Router Upgrades Are For

  • Homeowners in Manchester & Cheshire who need quick, expert help in person
  • Anyone with slow or unreliable Wi‑Fi
  • People working from home
  • Families with lots of devices
  • Homes with extensions, loft conversions or garden offices
  • Anyone using an old or ISP‑provided router
Pricing

Clear, Simple On‑Site Pricing

Clear, simple pricing for router upgrades and setup. You’ll always know the cost up front, with no hidden extras.

Call‑Out & First Hour – £75 (inc VAT)

Perfect for small fixes, troubleshooting, and quick jobs.
Includes travel, assessment, and the first hour of labour.

Half‑Day (up to 4 hours) – £150 (inc VAT)

Ideal for network tidy‑ups, patch panel terminations, access point installs, external Cat6 runs, and single room finishing where cabling is already in place.

Full Day (up to 8 hours) – £300 (inc VAT)

For larger rack work, multi‑room finishing, or small business network jobs.

What I Don’t Offer

To keep things efficient and aligned with the remote‑first model, I focus only on small, tidy, single‑person networking jobs. Therefore, I’m not currently taking on:

  • Full house rewires or structured cabling from scratch
  • Large external cabling requiring ladders
  • Multi‑day networking projects
  • Full business network installations
  • Any job requiring a second person

If your project falls outside these boundaries, I’ll always try to recommend the best next step.

Need Help?

If your router is old, unreliable or causing Wi‑Fi issues, send a quick message. I’ll let you know quickly whether it’s something I can help with, and if not, I’ll point you in the right direction.

Request On‑Site Help

Or book a remote consultation if you’d prefer to start online.

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