installation

Are there any former HAI installers/consultants with expertise with HAI/UPB/Omnipro home automation and security systems that might be available for paid consulting work to assist me in upgrading and troubleshooting my system? Remote help ok, but in-person availability in the DC metro area...

Have about a 220' run between house and detached garage. Currently CAT6 with surge protectors on each end. Connection has been marginal and I think the problem is the surge protectors. Although they are rated for ethernet I think them combined with the length of the run is just a bit too much...