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Low-voltage wiring
Low-voltage wiring covers systems like internet, cameras, doorbells, and speakers.
Why it matters
Running low-voltage wiring before drywall is cheap. Doing it later can mean cutting and patching finished walls.
Where people get this wrong
Low-voltage still needs good planning for locations and pathways. Wireless still benefits from good wiring for backhaul and reliability.
Real-world example
You move in and decide you want a camera at the garage and strong Wi-Fi in the office. If the wires are already in the walls, the upgrade is simple. If not, it turns into fishing wires through finished space.
Where this hits your build
This matters during rough-in and before drywall. Once walls close, adding or moving wiring becomes expensive. Plan ahead.
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