Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Business Phone Systems & Cabling Solutions
Discount Telecom has been serving businesses in Sarasota and Manatee counties since 1989, providing comprehensive telecommunications solutions. As a locally owned company, we specialize in eliminating vendor coordination issues by offering all phone and cabling needs through a single source. Our services include 24-hour support for phone systems, cabling installations, video surveillance, and access control solutions. With over three decades of experience, we maintain partnerships with industry leaders like Mitel, NEC, Samsung, and Leviton to deliver reliable technology integrations. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through 90% of our business coming from satisfied customer referrals.We offer leasing options with $1 buyouts for hardware and labor services, supporting organizations through equipment financing. Our team provides office relocation assistance, including phone system transfers and cabling infrastructure planning. As active members of local chambers of commerce, we combine technical expertise with community engagement. Our founder Shawn Turner's 40+ years in the industry ensure clients receive expert guidance from initial consultation through installation and ongoing support.
Services
Phone Systems
VOIP Solutions
Structured Cabling
Surveillance Systems
Access Control
Wireless Networks
Office Relocation Services
Cellphone Repeaters
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35 years of local telecommunications expertise
- Single-source solutions eliminate multi-vendor coordination issues
- 24-hour emergency service available for critical systems
- Certified partnerships with leading technology manufacturers
- Leasing options with $1 buyouts available for all equipment
Associations and certifications
- Mitel (Inter-tel)
- NEC
- Samsung Partner
- Paxton Access Control
- Keyscan integrators
- Leviton Certified Cabling System Partner
Services
Phone Systems
We design and install business phone systems with VOIP capabilities. Our certified technicians handle Mitel, NEC, and Samsung systems. Services include new installations, upgrades, and relocations for businesses of all sizes.
Structured Cabling
Professional data and voice cabling solutions meet industry standards. Our Leviton-certified team installs Category 6 cabling, fiber optics, and network infrastructure for reliable connectivity.
Surveillance Systems
We supply and install digital video surveillance systems. Our solutions include high-definition cameras, remote monitoring, and recording systems to protect commercial properties.
Access Control
Paxton and Keyscan integrated access control systems manage facility security. We install keycard readers, biometric scanners, and centralized management software for business security.
Wireless Networks
Enterprise-grade wireless solutions include site surveys, access point installation, and network optimization. We deploy secure, scalable WiFi systems for businesses with complex connectivity needs.
People
Shawn Turner
Founder and President
With 40+ years in telecommunications, Shawn established Discount Telecom in 1989. He oversees all technical operations and maintains direct customer relationships for personalized service.
Questions
What phone system brands do you support?
We support Mitel (Inter-tel), NEC, and Samsung phone systems for both new installations and upgrades.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we provide leasing options with $1 buyouts available for all hardware and installation services.
What areas do you service?
We serve Sarasota County, Manatee County, and surrounding areas in Florida.
Are emergency services available?
We offer 24/7 emergency support for critical phone and network system issues.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept MasterCard, Visa, business checks, and personal checks for our services.
Reviews (5)
Micheal Tizio
Dec 31, 2020
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A total scam. They quote you one amount and bill you 3 times that. Left the site in such a mess. Would not recommend. Take your business somewhere else. Not even sure how true their reviews are. Bought perhaps?
Lance Muzie
Oct 18, 2020
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They are fast and great at running any kind of Computer cable. Thank you for all the work you've done for my company.
Jim Wiewel
Sep 24, 2020
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Excellent service at a very reasonable price. We have had them out twice and they handled our issues quickly and worked around our schedule.
Jeff Wall
Jan 14, 2019
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Excellent Service. We used Discount Telecom for our insurance office. They know what they are doing and prices are low.
Ryan Rivkin
Jun 06, 2018
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The team there really knows their stuff and they have a lot of experience and they've been able to overcome a lot of situations where it seem tricky but they have a solution.
