Internet & Whole Home WiFi
Since StreamWise Solutions is not an Internet Provider nor a WiFi hardware manufacturer, so you can trust us to give you expert, unbiased advice. With 28+ years of Internet, Networking and whole home WiFi experience. We help you understand the Internet and your network. Plus how to get the best value out of your Internet connection and save money on your monthly Internet bill every month. Sometimes this means recommending a new Fiber Internet provider. Other times this means helping you work with your current provider to lower your monthly rate and improve your WiFi & Network.
Top 5 things you need to do to eliminate Internet and WiFi issues
Of course, we always want the quick and easy fix. Just like the Internet, WiFi and Networking aren’t easy; neither is fixing it. Faster and better internet involves a process of elimination, and there are a lot of variables involved. If you can check off the items below (in order of importance), it will be a guaranteed fix to your slow internet and WiFi network issues!
- Get a good Modem, Router or Mesh hardware – From experience, this is usually the #1 issue we see. We recommend newer WiFi 6 whole home mesh (keep reading below for more details). Some Internet Providers rent you outdated equipment that will cause issues.
- Hard wire devices on your Network with Ethernet – Many people rely strictly on WiFi. Remember WiFi will never get you anywhere near the speed you pay your ISP for. Especially if your modem router is in a different part of your home and WiFi signals need to travel through a lot of things that cause interference to reach your receiving device. This is even more important with a bigger home, or when your modem router is not centrally located.
- Use the best Internet Provider – This will vary by location and also how your family uses the internet. There is a lot of mis-information here that usually comes from the Internet provider themselves. Find the best local Internet Provider and compare options in our 2025 Best Internet Provider in Denver blog!
- Have a decent Internet Speed – Not as important for most people as your Internet provider would have you think. Remember if they can sell you more speed, they can charge you more money every month. 200-500 MBPS is fine for most people, which you should get for ~ $50 per month.
- Make sure your hardware’s WiFi receiver is good – If you can’t hardwire something via Ethernet, you need to make sure your device (PC, Tablet, Streaming Device, etc.)
If you are not techy and don’t have the tools or the time to work through ALL of these variables, I highly recommend talking to a StreamWise Solutions expert for help.
The #1 issue with Internet and WiFi
The biggest factor in connecting your computerized devices to the internet is this: making sure your WiFi covers your whole home and yard with reliable signal. Remember, the device provided by your internet company does not always get you Whole Home WiFi. Most of the time the ISP modem router is outdated technology and causes WiFi problems. Or if they offer whole home WiFi they charge more money every month for it.
Whole home WiFi means getting strong WiFi coverage to every corner of your home. Sadly, ISPs (Internet Service Providers) in their pursuit of greater profits don’t always give you the best information. Quite often, they ask you to pay higher subscription fees for more speed. This is great for their profits, but is usually not the best answer to fix your home’s WiFi issues.
The #1 complaint about Internet
The problem:
Slow internet speeds (and resulting buffering) typically result from a number of factors in the house. Sub par hardware, distance between device and router, signal interference, and poor signal strength are just a few. But, the solution recommended by the ISP – pay more every month for faster speed and rent a refurbished gateway does nothing to solve these problems. In fact, most ISPs make it nearly impossible to fix the actual problem the right way. See what CNET says on why your Internet is slow.
The right and wisest solution:
Own your own properly-configured home networking solution. This isn’t as scary as it may sound and real savings are significant.
- Don’t rent, own your modem
- Install whole home WiFi 6 Mesh not range extenders
- Hard wire your mesh and devices
- Reduce your monthly ISP bill
Trust the Whole home WiFi experts to do it for you. StreamWise Solutions evaluates your internet and WiFI needs first. We then help identify the best and most cost-effective ISP and Internet for your area (even if it’s with the same provider). In just a few hours, we can design and install a Whole-home WiFi solution that you own – typically eliminating equipment rentals and equipment contracts. The best part, you get optimal WiFi performance in every corner of your house, PLUS lower monthly cost of internet service forever.
After a year of struggling with my home mesh network, I reached out to Brian at StreamWise Solutions. He was easy to deal with and described, in layman’s terms, what they would do to solve my problem. Within two days they arrived at the prescribed time, and Juan did an EXCELLENT job of identifying the problems, outlining the solution alternatives, and promptly implemented the fixes. He took the time to show me how to interface with the network app, did a great job of cleaning up, and was very conscientious on all aspects of the job. I would strongly recommend them for residential home networking installation and repair. My only regret is that I didn’t reach out to them earlier!
GOOGLE REVIEW – RICH CORL
Whole Home WiFi using a WiFi 6 Mesh Network
Whole home WiFi is ill-achieved by using “extenders” or upgrading the gateway or modem. The optimal and most cost-effective way to ensure Whole home WiFi is to install and properly configure a WiFi 6 mesh network. We are not a hardware manufacturer, so you can trust StreamWise to only install the least expensive and best WiFi 6 Mesh network.
What is a WiFi 6 Mesh network
A WiFi 6 Mesh network is a group of devices that act as a single WiFi network. Thus, there are multiple sources (or points) of WiFi around the house instead of just a single source (aka the gateway or router). The WiFi Points actually communicate with each other in real time to make sure your devices (computer, tablet, phone, etc.) are always connected to the best possible point. Think of them as 2-4 mini WiFi routers that are all connected to give you true whole home WiFi and eliminate dead spots.
For example, you could stream your favorite show or movie on your tablet and walk without interruption from the living room to the upstairs laundry room and then down to the basement. As you move around your home, to the garage or even backyard, the points always connect your device to the best and fastest WiFi Point.
Distinguish Internet from WiFi
The terms “Broadband,” “Internet” and “WiFi” have been used synonymously, but that is incorrect. They are distinctly different. To remove the confusion, the Internet or World Wide Web is a global network of information “sites.” Access to the “Internet” is provided by a “Broadband” connection provided by an ISP (Internet Service Provider) via a modem or gateway. A “WiFi” signal (WiFi is short for Wireless Ethernet) in a home or business connects (hopefully securely) a device to the modem or gateway. Thus, the connection from a device (computer, tablet, phone, streaming media player, wireless security camera, etc.) to the Internet is complete.
Whole Home WiFi from StreamWise Solutions
We have helped thousands of Colorado homeowners and business make the switch to Whole home WiFi. “Upgrading” the home network actually saves money every month, because it avoids overpaying for excessive internet speed and reduces or eliminates equipment rental fees. Plus, you get the added benefit of regained control over your network and attached devices. Customers large and small also benefit from speed improvements throughout the home because we optimize the network to fit your needs. From Zoom calls to streaming, security cameras and smart home devices, you get the reliable whole home Internet & WiFi you need.
- Get Faster Internet Speed. Newer WiFi 6 Mesh network devices are often superior to the refurbished rental equipment provided by the ISP. They also can help you avoid ISPs that share or reserve some of your speed or bandwidth for other customers.
- No more dead zones. Interconnected WiFi 6 Mesh network points throughout the house gives you high-speed coverage when and where you need it. Experience better whole home WiFi, even as far as the guest house, detached garage or backyard.
- Improved security. Regain control of your home network. Monitor and control connected devices. Create a separate and secure guest network. Install and manage your own firewall. Add and remove devices with a simple, single click.
- Monthly Internet Savings. Reduce your monthly bill from your ISP and eliminate long-term contracts for equipment rentals. Save $15-$50 per month on your Internet bill!
