Ranked #1 in Carpinteria
Based in Santa Barbara, 11 mi away
61/100IFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 508 Google reviews, the most in Carpinteria.
Best Network Cabling And Installation Companies in Carpinteria, CA (2026)
35 network cabling and installation companies ranked by IFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Carpinteria: Santa Barbara Computer Repair "PC Mechanic", IFR Score 61/100; 5.0★ from 508 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 7
Most-reviewed: iGeeks iPhone & Computer Repair, 73 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 35 ranked after Santa Barbara Computer Repair "PC Mechanic"; ranked #7.
Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
35 Carpinteria network cabling and installation companies are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 13 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 35 rated IT firms.
Top 10 network cabling and installation companies in Carpinteria at a glance
Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.
| Rank | Business | IFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Barbara Computer Repair "PC Mechanic" | 61 | 5.0★ (508) | Santa Barbara, 11 mi away | Sat · Sun | Overall |
| 2 | Santa Barbara IT Solutions Low Voltage Cable Contractor | 55 | 5.0★ (60) | Santa Barbara, 10 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Curvature LLC | 53 | 4.3★ (7) | Santa Barbara, 18 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Central Coast Audio Visual | 53 | 4.9★ (61) | Carpinteria | — | — |
| 5 | Ventura Tech Rescue | 53 | 5.0★ (45) | Ventura, 20 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Tempest Telecom Solutions, LLC | 53 | 5.0★ (3) | Santa Barbara, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | iGeeks iPhone & Computer Repair | 52 | 4.5★ (73) | Santa Barbara, 12 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 8 | Time Warner Los Angeles | 52 | 3.7★ (3) | Camarillo, 37 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | FTI Services - Goleta Managed IT Services Company | 50 | 4.8★ (10) | Goleta, 19 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | FTI Services - Ventura Managed IT Services Company | 50 | 4.5★ (11) | Ventura, 20 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 35 best network cabling and installation companies in Carpinteria, ranked
Ordered by IFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by IFR Score from public data. Sponsored placements are labelled and never change the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 9 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Santa Barbara, 10 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer service”.
Based in Santa Barbara, 18 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
Based in Carpinteria
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews.
Based in Ventura, 20 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews.
Based in Santa Barbara, 11 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in Santa Barbara, 12 mi away
52/100IFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 73 Google reviews.
Based in Camarillo, 37 mi away
52/100IFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and service focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in Goleta, 19 mi away
50/100IFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer support and services”.
Based in Ventura, 20 mi away
50/100IFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer consultant”.
#11 ACM Computers
Based in Ventura, 20 mi away
50/100IFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 60 Google reviews.
Based in Oxnard, 39 mi away
50/100IFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 59 Google reviews.
Based in Santa Barbara, 13 mi away
50/100IFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 40 Google reviews.
Based in Moorpark, 35 mi away
50/100IFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.
Based in Ventura, 19 mi away
49/100IFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Security system installation service”.
Based in Ventura, 21 mi away
49/100IFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews.
Based in Goleta, 10 mi away
48/100IFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson”.
#18 Smile Global
Based in Ventura, 20 mi away
48/100IFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews.
#19 Aseva
Based in Santa Barbara, 11 mi away
48/100IFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications service provider”.
Based in Camarillo, 33 mi away
48/100IFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews.
#21 EZ-IT Services
Based in Goleta, 10 mi away
48/100IFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.
#22 RescuTechs
Based in Camarillo, 30 mi away
47/100IFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.
#23 uberTech Ventura
Based in Ventura, 22 mi away
47/100IFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer service”.
#24 All PC Solutions
Based in Moorpark, 37 mi away
47/100IFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer repair service”.
Based in Port Hueneme, 20 mi away
46/100IFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer service”.
All 35 network cabling and installation companies
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in IFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | IFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | CIO Solutions | 46 | 4.7★ (13) | 19 mi |
| 27 | ChannelTechs | 46 | 4.8★ (6) | 12 mi |
| 28 | Weyant Enterprises | 45 | 5.0★ (10) | 24 mi |
| 29 | Bludog Telecom Inc. | 45 | 5.0★ (12) | 29 mi |
| 30 | Fluid Networks | 44 | 4.7★ (7) | 27 mi |
| 31 | Sage Network & Communications, Inc | Managed IT Services & Support in Camarillo | 43 | 4.4★ (7) | 31 mi |
| 32 | Advanced Networks LLC | 43 | 4.3★ (6) | 39 mi |
| 33 | Cygnus Communications Group, Inc. | 43 | 3.4★ (5) | 22 mi |
| 34 | Schearer Technology Services | 43 | 5.0★ (8) | 39 mi |
| 35 | Compu"Doc" | 42 | 5.0★ (4) | 36 mi |
Also serving Carpinteria
20 more network cabling and installation companies within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a service we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ACT USA | 5.0★ (2) | 35 mi |
| Communications West Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 36 mi |
| D2 Technologies | 11 mi | |
| EHPCtech | 5.0★ (2) | 37 mi |
| FTI Services - Santa Barbara Managed IT Services Company | 5.0★ (1) | 11 mi |
| Future Communications | In Carpinteria | |
| GO Communications | 5.0★ (1) | 36 mi |
| Joshua Gray Electric Co. | 5.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| KelTech | 3 mi | |
| Megabit Networks | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Onsite Santa Barbara: OnsiteSB | 15 mi | |
| Patrick Allan Telephone | 5.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
| PhoneX Telecommunications | 3.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Santa Barbara Teleconnect | 10 mi | |
| Set It Up SB | 9 mi | |
| Tech Doctors | 4.9★ (96) | In Carpinteria |
| TechMac Pro Support | 11 mi | |
| Telcom Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| ULTRAANALOG CORPORATION | 11 mi | |
| Xyglo Tech Solutions | 5.0★ (2) | 34 mi |
How we ranked Carpinteria network cabling and installation companies
We scored 35 Carpinteria network cabling and installation companies on nine factors, weighted as shown. An IT firm is ranked when its service is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. An IT firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Carpinteria data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 15% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed IT firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday and 24/7 support | Measured |
| Service focus | 15% | How clearly the firm does this service (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its IT Firms Ranked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The firm links to IT Firms Ranked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| Client reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by IT Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a network cabling company
- Ask which licence, permits and inspections your job needs locally, and who arranges them.
- Ask for a site survey and a written quote that lists cable type, number of runs and testing.
- Make sure each run is tested and certified, and that you receive the results.
- Check whether the firm also installs and configures switches and Wi-Fi, or only the cabling.
- Ask for two or three references from clients of your size and industry, and call them.
- Get the scope, response times and price in writing before you sign, including how you leave and get your data back.
Questions to ask a network cabling company
- Which licence do you hold for low-voltage work here, and will you pull the permit?
- Which cable category and brand do you install, and is there a manufacturer warranty?
- Will every run be tested and labelled, and will we receive the test results?
- Who handles the network equipment and Wi-Fi after the cabling is in?
- How do you handle work in occupied offices or after hours?
Terms explained
- MSP (managed service provider)
- A firm that runs a business’s IT for a recurring fee: monitoring, patching, help desk, backups and security tools.
- Co-managed IT
- An arrangement where an outside firm supports an in-house IT person or team, sharing tools and tasks.
- Break-fix
- IT support paid per incident or per hour, with no monthly agreement.
- SLA (service-level agreement)
- The contract terms for response and resolution times, uptime and support hours.
- Help desk
- The support line staff call or email for IT problems.
- RMM
- Remote monitoring and management software that lets an IT firm watch, patch and fix computers remotely.
- vCIO
- A virtual chief information officer: part-time IT strategy and budgeting from an outside firm.
- MSSP
- A managed security service provider: a firm that monitors and manages security tools around the clock.
- EDR / MDR
- Endpoint detection and response software, and the managed service of people watching its alerts (managed detection and response).
- MFA
- Multi-factor authentication: a second proof of identity, such as an app prompt, on top of a password.
- Penetration test
- An authorised, simulated attack on your systems to find weaknesses before criminals do.
- SOC 2
- An independent auditor’s report (AICPA standard) on a service provider’s security controls.
Network cabling and installation companies in Carpinteria: frequently asked questions
Who is the best network cabling company in Carpinteria?
By IFR Score, the highest-ranked network cabling company in Carpinteria, CA is Santa Barbara Computer Repair "PC Mechanic" with an IFR Score of 61/100. It has 5.0★ from 508 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Santa Barbara IT Solutions Low Voltage Cable Contractor (#2) and Curvature LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 35 network cabling and installation companies on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many network cabling and installation companies are there in Carpinteria?
ITFirmsRanked ranks 35 network cabling and installation companies serving Carpinteria, CA. 1 of them is based in Carpinteria; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which network cabling and installation companies in Carpinteria work on weekends?
13 of 35 ranked network cabling and installation companies post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Santa Barbara Computer Repair "PC Mechanic" (#1), Ventura Tech Rescue (#5) and iGeeks iPhone & Computer Repair (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.
What Google rating do Carpinteria network cabling and installation companies have?
The median Google rating among 35 rated network cabling and installation companies in Carpinteria is 4.9★, with a median of 11 reviews. Santa Barbara Computer Repair "PC Mechanic" has the most, 508 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ITFirmsRanked rank network cabling and installation companies?
Each network cabling company gets a 0–100 IFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), review volume (15%), service focus (15%) and recency (10%). An IT firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only IT firms with a confirmed service and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do network cabling and installation companies outside Carpinteria count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Carpinteria city center, our service radius for network cabling and installation companies. Each listing shows where the IT firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the IFR Score, so a nearby IT firm gets a small edge.
Can network cabling and installation companies pay to rank higher on ITFirmsRanked?
No. The IFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured IT firms may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.
What does a network cabling company do?
Network cabling companies design and install structured cabling (Cat6, fibre), racks, Wi-Fi access points and network equipment in offices, warehouses and new buildings.
How are network cabling and installation companies in Carpinteria ranked?
By IFR Score: Google rating and review volume, recent reviews, opening hours, how clearly the firm does network cabling and installation, distance, a claimed profile, our badge and verified client reviews. Sponsored placements never change the order.
Does network cabling need a licence?
It depends on where you are. Some states and provinces license low-voltage or limited-energy work (California’s C-7 low voltage classification and Washington’s limited energy specialty are examples) and many cities require permits. Ask the firm which licence and permits apply to your job.
What should we get when the cabling is finished?
Labelled cables and patch panels, test results for every run and a floor plan showing where each run goes. Those records make later changes and fault-finding much faster.
Update log for Carpinteria
- November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 35 network cabling and installation companies serving Carpinteria.
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