WiFi and cell signal reception in office complexes and multiple dwelling units (MDUs) has become as important as location. Office park and apartment complex developers recognize that offering desired amenities increase the quality of their tenants. One of the first things people do when they are touring a new complex is whip out their phone to take a photo. At the same time, they are able to see if the cell signal reception is weak or strong.
The following is according to an NMHC and Kingsley resident preferences survey. “91.7% of modern residents say high-speed internet is important and 69.3% noted community-wide Wi-Fi is also a major amenity. Cell phone reception is also a deciding factor for residents. 91.2% of residents said reliable cell phone reception is important. And 44% of residents won’t lease an apartment without it.” Cell reception that delivers consistent coverage throughout your property will help you meet the needs of your tenants and teams.
These days connection, connection, connection, has begun to edge out location, location, location in importance. Installing cell amplifier systems is the solution corporate campuses and MDUs implement to respond to this growing need for tech. Give office leaseholders strong cell signals and MDU residents a seamless work at home life reliability and you have a tenant who is less likely to relocate.
“Bad cell service in buildings is a common problem in multifamily,” Josh Gampp, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of UDR said. “It’s challenging from a resident and business standpoint. There are more and more things we want to be able to do with smart devices. Including smart building controls, hallway thermostats, and boiler controls but to really advance in these areas, you need constant, reliable connectivity. All these tech solutions rely on Wi-Fi or cellular, and if your cellular is bad, you’re kind of stuck.”
The solution for many office complexes and multi-family complexes is to invest in an exterior tower. A tower that connects to a distributed antenna system (DAS) inside the building. This ensures solid signals in individual apartments, departments, offices, staff areas, and common spaces in the building. This full-scale community connectivity stack empowers residents and staff plus meets maintenance tech requirements.
Why should Office Complexes and Multiple Family Housing Units care if properties have consistent cell signal reception?
- Enables onsite teams to do their jobs efficiently and effectively.
- No more dead spots. The team can log on anywhere on the corporate campus without connectivity issues.
- Technicians can streamline day-to-day tasks and log work hours.
- Increased reliability of wifi, keep those Zoom calls rolling.
- Increases maintenance teams’ efficiency.
- Lease longevity from growing businesses that appreciate reliable, consistent cell signals.
- Meet high demand for cell signals across numerous devices.
Benefits of Reliable Cell Signal Reception for Multiple Family Housing Units:
Governments are calling for reliable broadband access everywhere.
- Residents who work from home are looking for quality, reliable, service.
- Self-guided tours have increased in popularity during the pandemic. As the tour communicates features, prospects can connect directly with the sales and marketing team with questions when everything is working smoothly.
- Residents appreciate being able to connect to service no matter where they are in the building or property.
- Technicians can streamline day-to-day tasks and log work hours.
- Increased resident and staff safety.
- Reduces the need for maintenance teams to manually intervene with residents.
- Lease longevity from residents who appreciate consistent, strong coverage.
- Tenant lifestyle changes and operational changes have created a high demand for solid cell service and community-wide Wi-fi access.
Spotty Cell Signal Reception is Often Due to Building Materials
Many newly constructed office plazas and multiple-dwelling units (MDUs) have been built with efficiency and sustainability in mind. The materials used like Low-E glass and structured insulated panels keep the energy in but they also keep the cellular RF radio waves needed for voice and data cell signals out. The result is spotty cell coverage in areas throughout the building. Cell reception is critical to today’s renters and for onsite staff and technicians. More and more residents are working from home and high-tech stacks are used by employees as well as maintenance contractors. Cell coverage reliability is critical.
Government and Low Income Subsidized Housing
Recent national legislation provides for funding related to infrastructure, broadband, and housing access. This goal could prove to be impactful for the multi-family apartment industry, especially subsidized or low-income housing.
It is not yet known how Michigan will choose to break down the digital divide, especially in our most underserved communities in Michigan. Some managers and developers serving marginalized populations, low-income, and subsidized housing properties may be able to take advantage of this influx of funding. Detroit and its surrounding areas, as well as Battle Creek, Calhoun, and Ingham Counties properties, may be prime candidates for this funding. Working with policymakers to allocate funds to this market could ensure multifamily properties have critical broadband resources.
Create Seamless and Robust Cell Coverage Solutions Built for Post-Modern Tech in your Office Buildings and Multifamily Communities
By partnering with Cell Signal Pros you’ll meet Michigan residents, prospects, and onsite team cell signal reception needs all in one package. We can provide a consultation of your office park or your multiple dwelling properties. Once we understand the terrain, the building structure, and cellular technology levels desired we can determine the most reliable, cost-efficient, and long-lasting cellular enhancement upgrades.
Give us a call today for your multiple-family homes in Michigan. We help apartment owners ensure residents have coverage in your buildings.
