Many contractors and utility providers assume that any crew offering telecom services can handle a fiber job. But when deadlines are tight, safety matters, and expectations are high, hiring a fiber-only contractor can be the difference between a smooth build—and a costly mess.
At TermLink Solutions, our aerial fiber crews focus solely on fiber. No underground work, no distractions—just reliable, repeatable results on every pole.
The Problem With “Jack-of-All-Trades” Utility Crews
While multi-service contractors may seem flexible on paper, that flexibility often comes with tradeoffs:
- Limited access to dedicated fiber gear (like lashers and test sets)
- Technicians with mixed skill levels and slower install speeds
- More learning curve, more delays, and more change orders
- Higher safety risks due to unfamiliarity with aerial work
5 Reasons a Fiber-Only Contractor Makes Life Easier
Hiring a contractor that focuses exclusively on fiber doesn’t just simplify your job—it actively reduces risk and boosts efficiency.
Case Study: 14-Day Rural Build Completed in 10
In spring 2025, a broadband expansion project in rural PA was scheduled to take two weeks. Thanks to TermLink’s fiber-only focus, our crew completed the job in just 10 days—despite navigating five weather delays and four permit zones.Want to see how we did it? Contact us for a walkthrough.
When “Fiber-Only” Also Means “Cost-Effective”
The most expensive fiber job? The one that needs redone.
Fiber-only crews reduce total project cost by:
- Minimizing downtime due to missing tools or untrained labor
- Catching issues early with real-time OTDR and test data
- Avoiding costly rework after install audits
- Keeping schedules tight, which saves money on labor, rentals, and coordination
How TermLink Keeps Your Project Moving
We’re more than labor. We’re a strategic partner that understands every phase of an aerial fiber build:
- Pre-build route walkouts and pole audits
- Make-ready coordination with power and comms
- Safe, fast strand lash and drop installs
- In-house splicing and OTDR verification
- Real-time updates to your PM or foreman
Ready to Simplify Your Next Build?
Don’t settle for generalists. Partner with a contractor that lives and breathes fiber.
Contact TermLink Solutions today to schedule your next install—or get a pre-bid review that helps your project stay on track from day one.