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WiFi Dead Spots Office Fix
No more walking to the corridor to join a Teams call. Cloudswitched eliminates WiFi dead spots in your office with targeted, survey-backed fixes that actually last.
Pinpoint Accuracy
We use professional survey tools to map exactly where dead spots exist and what is causing them — no trial and error.
Minimal Changes
Sometimes a single repositioned access point solves the problem. We apply the smallest effective fix so you are not paying for unnecessary hardware.
Verified Outcome
After every fix we resurvey to prove the dead spot is gone. You see the before-and-after heat maps side by side.
Why WiFi Dead Spots Happen in Offices
WiFi dead spots occur when radio signals cannot reach certain areas with sufficient strength. Thick walls, metal partitions, glass facades, elevator shafts and even large furniture can block or absorb wireless signals. In many offices the problem is compounded by consumer-grade routers that were never designed to cover the space, or enterprise access points that were installed without a professional survey.
Our Dead-Spot Elimination Process
Measure Before Fixing
We survey your office to produce heat maps that clearly show dead zones, weak-signal areas and the likely causes — whether physical obstruction or channel interference.
Targeted Fixes
Depending on the root cause, we reposition existing APs, add new ones, adjust power levels, change channels or install directional antennas to fill gaps.
Prove It Worked
A validation survey after the fix generates new heat maps. We compare before and after, and you sign off only when the results meet the agreed specification.
Common Causes of Dead Spots
Thick brick or concrete walls between rooms
Metal partitions or filing cabinets blocking signals
Too few access points for the floor area
Co-channel interference from neighbouring offices
Outdated hardware that lacks modern band steering
Poorly positioned access points installed without a survey
Frequently Asked Questions
Sometimes, yes. If the issue is channel interference or power settings, a configuration change can resolve it. If an access point needs moving to a location without existing cabling, new cable runs will be required.
WiFi extenders are a poor solution for business environments. They halve bandwidth, create roaming problems and add latency. A properly placed enterprise access point on a wired backhaul is always the better fix.
The diagnostic survey typically takes half a day. Simple fixes like channel changes or AP relocation can be done the same week. Adding new access points with cabling usually takes one to two additional days.
Yes. We validate every fix with a post-remediation survey. If the dead spot persists, we continue working at no additional cost until the agreed coverage specification is met.
Because we address the root cause rather than applying a workaround. Combined with optional ongoing monitoring, we ensure your coverage remains consistent as your office evolves.
Free On Boarding worth up to £2,000!
Limited time offer - valid until 31/05/2026
Eliminate Your Dead Spots
Tell us where the dead spots are and we will book a diagnostic survey to find and fix the root cause — guaranteed.
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