Trees entering the signal path
Branches may only block part of the satellite view, creating faults that come and go as they move.
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The satellite sits low in the northern sky. Tall trees and growing hedges slowly creep into the dish's line of sight, so signal gets weaker year after year until it cuts out completely — often worst in windy weather when branches move.
In Knysna, choosing the mounting position is often more important than simply mounting the dish as high as possible. We look at tree growth, moving branches, the slope of the property and a neat cable route before deciding where a stable long-term signal is most likely.
Site check. We find the best mounting spot for a clear line of sight to the satellite — away from trees and roof obstacles.
Mount & cable. Dish goes up on a sturdy bracket and cable is routed neatly to your TV point.
Align & test. We fine-tune the signal with a meter and confirm every channel comes through.
Hand over. Decoder set up and ready — we show you the basics before we go.
Branches may only block part of the satellite view, creating faults that come and go as they move.
Forest and lagoon moisture can expose weak outdoor fittings and unsealed cable ends.
A dish placed for easy access rather than clear line of sight may never reach reliable quality.
We cover Leisure Isle, Thesen Islands, Paradise, Brenton-on-Sea, Belvidere, Hunters Home and surrounds.
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