Check for the available channels in your area

 

 Before you shop for a TV antenna, make sure you first survey your home's location for all the available channels and their corresponding signal strength with a tool like Antenna Direct here is the link https://www.antennasdirect.com/transmitter-locator.html. Just enter your ZIP code and the tool will show you all the networks and their channels, their distance, band, heading (direction) and signal strength relative to that ZIP code.  Keep in mind that your home's surrounding landscape plays a big part in your antenna selection and channel availability. If you live in an area surrounded by hills, mountains or even buildings, your reception may be poorer than what these tools indicate. On the flipside, if you live in an elevated area, you might get strong signals even from a distance.

 

Pick the right antenna based on your geography and channel availability 

 

 Once you get a good idea of channel availability based on your area location and geography, you will have a good idea of what  type of antenna will need to choose. There is a wide variety of HDTV Antennas available out there and you want to make sure you pick one that's right for your needs.

Antennas have distance ratings so make sure youchoose one that covers your home's distance from the broadcast towers. Typically the shorter the range you could use an indoor antenna and is cheaper. Longer the distance you would need an outdoor antenna we mount in your attic to protect it from the weather. So weigh your options carefully indoor or outdoor.

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 Indoor antennas sometimes might take a bit of trial and error to get the most out of your indoor antenna's reception. Try putting it high elevated location. The higher your antenna is and the fewer the obstructions (including buildings, thick walls, and mountains), the better your reception will be. Putting it beside a window also works wonders. You can also place it near a door or a similar opening to get the best line of sight to the nearest TV towers. Try experimenting with your placement even a single inch can make a big difference! For the best possible reception, avoid metal objects like door or window screens. Try putting your antenna at least 6 feet away from metal.

 

 Still struggling with your antenna reception due to an indoor antenna distance? Then you will need an outdoor multidirectional antenna instead and I choose outdoor antenna from day one. These types of antennas work best when installed way up on a pole outside your home for best results. But they are exposed to the weather. My antenna is close enough to the towers and chose to mount it in the attic. This way it's protected from the weather and won't get damaged.

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Antennas have come quite a long way since the metal bunny ears we used to on top our television sets. There are several sleek, discreet designs that fit different needs. Here are some of the best indoor and outdoor antenna models from Amazon.com and Ebay

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Install and position it for the best reception

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 Once your antenna arrives. The fun starts. It takes only two simple steps. Anyone can do it and if you need help you can contact us we will be glade to install your new HDTV Antenna for you and twick it for best reception. 

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 Just screw the coax cable into the back of your TV like a normal antenna and hook up the power (if the antenna is amplified). The go to your TV's menu and scan for channels (setup shouldn't take more than five minutes) then set back and watch your favorite  shows all for free. It is a little more to it when you need more than one room setup. First you will need splitters to send your signal to other rooms. You may need a booster to amp up the signal and coaxial cable. The cable can be found premade in length startting at 6ft and up. There are many factors to setting up your home or business to FTA programming. You can Call or Book your appointment with us should you have questions on how to become a TV cord cutter.

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