“if I put antenna in my attic will that decrease reception”
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Depends on your location I guess. If surrounded by trees or really far from main city then it will be limited. However, it’s all about getting it in the right spot and your good to go
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, it will decrease reception somewhat. If you're well inside the range of the antenna, don't worry about it. If you're close to the maximum, then buy the next more sensitive antenna, or put it outside, or prepare to receive slightly fewer stations.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Works great in my attic but it will depend on the location .
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.With a regular asphalt shingle roof, there is a real decrease in signal consistency and signal strength. With a metal, tile, or roof with solar panels, there is almost no signal in the attic. Feel free to contact our Technical Support team for more support. You can reach them either on the phone @ 877-825-5572 or fill out a form submission here https://www.antennasdirect.com/customer-service.html. Thanks for your time!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Depends on the other interferences around your home. I have a barn, trees and other line of sight barriers, but I have been receiving a pretty strong signal for the channels within 50-75 miles. You can download an app to find tv towers near you and it will show the distance on the map provided. Hope this helps.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Depends upon the materials used in the roof. If you have a metal roof, you can forget about receiving any signals in the attic. If you have solar panels in the direction you want TV signals, than they are likely to substantially diminish the signal when on the roof. The metal in the attic from pipes and any heater is going to cause signal reflections. The wood in the roof is going to drop signal strength some. The shingle material (tile, wood, asphalt, cement) in the roof is going to drop signal strength as well with the antenna in the attic. Antenna's Direct states "The effective range of most antennas is lowered by 10-15 miles with an attic installation, so you may consider getting a more powerful antenna than you would typically need with an outdoor antenna." "Investing in a low noise pre-amplifier can also improve the signal levels. Antenna mounted pre-amplifiers are always preferred as they amplify the signal at its strongest point. It is also important to use amplifiers designed for high ambient temperatures."
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.We had this antenna hooked up to my moms tv and hanging just outside her downstairs window for about a week and the signal was not great,we then installed it in the attic and I rotated it while my wife checked channels. my mom lives in small town 25 miles out of Peoria il and she now gets 25 to 30 channels with it installed in attic. Worked well for her. I also picked up antenna for less than 100 dollars right after thanksgiving.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, but it shouldn't be a huge issue. I have mine in my attic and use a cable amplifier with it. I live 52 miles from my broadcast market, and get every station available. What matters the most is the elevation of the antenna. Get the antenna as high as possible.
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