Aerial Installation - Can You Do it Yourself?

The short answer to this question is that yes, you can install an aerial yourself.However, a more accurate question could possibly be should you install it yourself?

Aerial installation in Hemel Hempstead is not necessarily a particularly difficult task,on paper. One thing that you do need to consider though, which should be givensignificant thought is that installing an aerial is likely to involve working at height.Not everyone in a do it yourself situation necessarily has the right tools, equipmentand personal protection equipment to ensure that they can do this safely. This isone of the reasons why it may be better, in the long run, to pay someone to comeand install your aerial safely for you.

If you are going to go ahead and do it yourself, here are some tips and things youshould consider along the way.

Location, location, location

We’ve all heard that location is the most important thing when it comes to buying orselling a house, and it’s also true for where you put your aerial. The mostadvantageous point in terms of securing a good signal is a rooftop, however, weknow that this is not always practical. Alternative options, in order of preferenceare lofts, internal aerials mounted as high as is possible and set top aerials.

Rooftop mounting – if you can perform roof mounted aerial installation thenthis is the best option for good performance as there is going to be lessimmediate interference with the signal. However, it is essential that you usethe right equipment and hardware to secure your aerial safely. Make surethat the weight of the aerial is spread, using two brackets where possible to

avoid damage or falling. If you are drilling take extra care not to damage ordislodge bricks or slates that are already in situ.

Loft aerials – where it is not possible, for whatever reason, to have a roofmounted aerial then a loft aerial is a close alternative. In some situationsthis may even produce very good results, so it is not always a poor secondchoice. If possible it is important to keep away from wiring and metalworkas this will interfere with the signal. Also, if you have a metal roof then a loftaerial is not going to work.

Other options – your other options if neither of the above options aresuitable include mounting an internal aerial as high as possible to reduceinterference, or have a set top aerial. With both these locations it isimportant you keep moving the aerial to find the best position for optimumsignal. This may be time consuming but ultimately it should pay off.

If you experience problems, you can always call in the experts.

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