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Serving Foster, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"The technician knew what he was **** and did a professional job of hiding the cords and mounting the TV."
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Serving Foster, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Phillips Electro Alarm & Telecomm LLC is a Business that Sells , Designs and , Services a wide variety of Best of Brand Burglar Alarm , CCTV Surveillance camera , Data Network , Access Control , Automation , Audio , Video , Home Theater and Commercial Audio , Video , Data Network , WIFI , Business Telephone Systems . Phillips Has been in Business for twenty years . We Take Credit Cards and offer Financing and also have Monthly sales specials . We Provide these services to Residential and Commercial Clients .

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TV Antenna questions, answered by experts

If your TV antenna is good quality and was installed by a professional, you can expect it to last between 10 and 20 years without needing repair or replacement. This can vary based on your geographic location, weather conditions, and antenna location. 

There aren’t any guarantees that the TV antenna you purchase and install will provide perfect reception. Much depends on your distance from broadcasting towers, any nearby obstructions, and typical weather. However, doing some research minimizes the risk of disappointment.

You can speak to neighbors to understand their setup. Various online tools allow you to check how far you are from TV transmitters in your area. The Federal Communications Commission, for example, has a tool enabling you to check local Digital TV channel reception.

Selecting the right type of antenna for your situation and having it properly positioned and installed will also increase the chances of better reception.

Before investing in a TV antenna repair, there are a few steps you can take to help boost your signal quality. Removing obstacles like tree branches can help improve your signal strength. Along the same line, moving an indoor antenna away from obstacles can also help. These should be near a window, as high as possible. If these steps don’t work, speak with a TV antenna technician about a signal amplifier to help boost your signal even further. 

Before your TV antenna stops working, there are a few ways to tell it’s starting to break. Some common signs that your antenna needs repair include:

  • A repetitive “no signal” issue

  • A redundant “searching” issue

  • Increased signal issues during a cloudy or rainy day

  • A sudden drop in signal strength, regardless of the weather

If you’re experiencing these problems, you’ll want to ensure that your cables are still in good shape and have not deteriorated. In addition, check to make sure that your cables are firmly in place at the wall outlet. Finally, check the position of your antenna to ensure there are no obstructions in its path. If you’ve checked your antenna thoroughly and are still having these problems, a repair is most likely needed by an antenna technician. 

DIY is possible for minor adjustments, but professionals ensure proper alignment and signal strength.

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