Satellite and TV Aerial Installation Costs
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02/07/25, 14:04
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Satellite and TV Aerial Installation Costs
Scope of Works
Site survey to check signal strength, best mounting point and cable route.
Supply and fit suitable outdoor aerial or satellite dish, mast/pole, bracket and lashing kit.
Run new coaxial cable (or reuse sound existing cable) to one or more TV points.
Fit amplifier/splitter or signal booster if required.
Seal all external penetrations and weather‑proof joints.
Align aerial/dish with test meter for optimal signal quality.
Tune TV / set‑top box and demonstrate free‑to‑air channels.
Remove and responsibly dispose of redundant aerials, brackets and packaging.
Typical Cost (inc. VAT)
Charge type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
Call‑out / minimum | £60 | £100 | Often waived if job proceeds |
Labour per hour | £45 | £75 | 1–3 hrs typical; higher for multi‑storey or poor access |
Materials | £90 | £180 | Dish/aerial, mast, fixings, up to 20 m coax |
Disposal | £0 | £40 | Old aerial and small waste |
Extras (e.g. scaffolding) | £200 | £400 | Needed on three‑storey homes or fragile roofs |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £230 | £450 | Complete single‑point install |
Time on Site
A straightforward roof‑mounted aerial with one TV point takes 2 – 3 hours.
Add time for: limited loft access, extra TV outlets, fitting a mast‑head amp, or arranging scaffold for chimneys above two storeys.
Questions to Ask Your Trade
Are you CAI‑approved and insured for working at height?
Will the quote include all materials, alignment and tuning, not just the hardware?
How will you route and protect the coax cable—internally or via external clips?
Do I need a signal amplifier or splitter, and is that included in the price?
What warranty do you give on the aerial/dish, cable and workmanship?
Can you demonstrate live signal strength before and after installation?
How will you handle old equipment disposal and any roof repairs?
How to Avoid Surprises
Provide clear loft and roof access and confirm parking for a ladder or scaffold van.
Check if scaffolding or cherry picker permits are needed for chimney work.
Reserve a power socket near television before the visit.
Tell the installer about listed‑building or conservation area restrictions.
Confirm start time, especially if neighbours need notice for ladder placement.
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