62/100IFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 145 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
Best Network Cabling And Installation Companies in San Rafael, CA (2026)
122 network cabling and installation companies ranked by IFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in San Rafael: Bay Area Tech Hero, IFR Score 62/100; 5.0★ from 145 Google reviews.
- 8
Most-reviewed: Central Computers, 564 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 122 ranked; ranked #8.
Rankings can't be bought. IT providers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
122 San Rafael network cabling and installation companies are ranked here by IFR Score, from nine published factors. 47 open Saturdays and 33 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 122 rated IT firms.
Most of this list also appears on the Network cabling and installation companies in San Francisco ranking. See Network cabling and installation companies in San Francisco
Top 10 network cabling and installation companies in San Rafael 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 | Bay Area Tech Hero | 62 | 5.0★ (145) | Santa Rosa, 13 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Care On Electric (DBA) | 59 | 5.0★ (20) | American Canyon, 23 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Open Computing Facility | 59 | 4.9★ (42) | Berkeley, 17 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Cable Shmable | 59 | 5.0★ (97) | San Bruno, 38 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Barker Tech | 59 | 5.0★ (28) | South San Francisco, 23 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | City Cabling | 57 | 5.0★ (6) | San Francisco, 14 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Access Cabling | 57 | 5.0★ (14) | San Mateo, 32 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Central Computers | 57 | 4.4★ (564) | San Francisco, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun | Most reviews |
| 9 | PC Professional Managed IT Services | 57 | 4.9★ (143) | Oakland, 19 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Enterprise Communications | 57 | 4.8★ (21) | Berkeley, 29 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
The 122 best network cabling and installation companies in San Rafael, 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 American Canyon, 23 mi away
59/100IFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
Based in Berkeley, 17 mi away
59/100IFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
Based in San Bruno, 38 mi away
59/100IFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 97 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
#5 Barker Tech
Based in South San Francisco, 23 mi away
59/100IFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
#6 City Cabling
Based in San Francisco, 14 mi away
57/100IFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in San Mateo, 32 mi away
57/100IFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in San Francisco, 15 mi away
57/100IFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 564 Google reviews, the most in San Rafael.
Based in Oakland, 19 mi away
57/100IFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 143 Google reviews.
Based in Berkeley, 29 mi away
57/100IFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in Bay Point, 9 mi away
57/100IFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
Based in Novato, 9 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
#13 Metro Ethernet
Based in San Francisco, 14 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
Based in Danville, 9 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in San Mateo, 32 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 422 Google reviews.
#16 GTron
Based in El Sobrante, 12 mi away
55/100IFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 129 Google reviews.
#17 NetworkTigers
Based in San Mateo, 31 mi away
54/100IFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and service focus: 4.7★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
Based in Santa Rosa, 3 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.
#19 Tech with Drake
Based in San Rafael
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews.
Based in San Francisco, 17 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in Concord, 27 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews.
#22 Hubsyde
Based in Hayward, 32 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in Benicia, 23 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Telecommunications contractor”.
Based in San Francisco, 18 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews.
Based in South San Francisco, 9 mi away
53/100IFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and service focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Computer networking service”.
How we ranked San Rafael network cabling and installation companies
We scored 122 San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael: frequently asked questions
Who is the best network cabling company in San Rafael?
By IFR Score, the highest-ranked network cabling company in San Rafael, CA is Bay Area Tech Hero with an IFR Score of 62/100. It has 5.0★ from 145 Google reviews. Care On Electric (DBA) (#2) and Open Computing Facility (#3) follow. We ranked 122 network cabling and installation companies on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many network cabling and installation companies are there in San Rafael?
ITFirmsRanked ranks 122 network cabling and installation companies serving San Rafael, CA. 1 of them is based in San Rafael; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which network cabling and installation companies in San Rafael work on weekends?
47 of 122 ranked network cabling and installation companies post Saturday hours and 33 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Care On Electric (DBA) (#2), Open Computing Facility (#3) and Cable Shmable (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms also run an after-hours support line for contract clients.
What Google rating do San Rafael network cabling and installation companies have?
The median Google rating among 122 rated network cabling and installation companies in San Rafael is 5.0★, with a median of 13 reviews. Central Computers has the most, 564 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 San Rafael count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the San Rafael 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 San Rafael 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 San Rafael
- November 2026: IFR Scores recalculated for 122 network cabling and installation companies serving San Rafael.
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