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Written by CribCheck, reviewed by the CribCheck inspection team. Last reviewed 18 September 2026.
Part of The complete house-viewing checklist for renters in Nigeria
Short answer
Test in every room rather than at the window: make a voice call, run a mobile speed test, and repeat on a second network if you have another SIM. Then ask whether the building already has fibre or fixed wireless, and whether the estate allows a dish or an external cable drop.
What to test on site
- Voice call quality in the bedroom, kitchen and bathroom.
- Mobile data speed in each room and on the balcony.
- A second network with another SIM where possible.
- Whether signal drops when the door is closed.
What to ask
- Does the building already have a fibre or fixed wireless connection?
- Which provider do neighbours actually use, and are they satisfied?
- Does the estate allow a dish or an external cable drop, and at what cost?
If you work from home, treat connectivity as a deal term. Installing a new line commonly costs between ₦60,000 and ₦250,000 depending on the provider and the building.
What to do next
Check this home with CribCheck while you are still there. Record what you see, get a condition score with indicative repair costs, and keep it to compare against other homes.
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