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The Aerial Doctor

4.9

76 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today - 08:00–18:00
  • Monday 08:00–18:00
  • Tuesday 08:00–18:00
  • Wednesday 08:00–18:00
  • Thursday 08:00–18:00
  • Friday 08:00–18:00
  • Saturday 08:00–18:00
  • Sunday - Closed

About

Are you in need of a new aerial installation in Halstead or expert plasma TV wall mounting in Colchester? Whatever aerial, satellite or home entertainment service is required in or round the Colchester area, make sure your call The Aerial Doctor.

From a single point aerial installation to a full multi-room service, no job is too large or too small for our team. Whether you're a domestic homeowner looking for crystal clear reception or you own a commercial company and require a series of LCD TV installs. Our expertise includes:

Satellite Dish Services
LCD & Plasma TV Wall Mounting
Digital TV Switch-over Advice
Aerial Upgrades & Repairs
Amplifiers

If you're located in or around an 18 mile radius of Colchester Town Centre, make sure The Aerial Doctor is your one and only choice!

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What we do

  • Aerial and satellite installers

    • TV mounting
  • TV services

    • TV aerials
    • TV installation
  • More Services

    • repairs
    • upgrades and new installations
    • freeview
    • freesat
    • sky

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Excellent job
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I called Darren at The Aerial Doctor with a view to diagnose and repair/replace a faulty satellite dish which turned out to be a faulty LNB. I cannot fault any aspect of the process. Darren was easy to contact, swift to respond and provided an estimate based on the problems identified and from photos I sent to him of the dish. He arrived punctually and carried out the work to a very high standard. He also provided information as to the nature of the problem and gave friendly advice regarding future upgrades should they be needed or requested. The cost was as per the estimate and very reasonable indeed. Darren would be my first port of call for any future satellite/aerial issue and is now in my phone directory! Many thanks Darren!
Customer in Essex Posted on 02/03/2024 , work completed 02/03/2024
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very reliable , and arrives on time, in fact a little earlier. very competent and explains why and what he is going to do and does it . and cleans up after . cost of the work was reasonable.
Customer in Essex Posted on 08/02/2024 , work completed 07/02/2024
Installation of wall mounted TV including redirection of aerial cable
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Darren gave clear advice about the different types of TV wall mount available and their pros and cons. Once the wall mount had been chosen, it was fitted efficiently, quickly and tidily and the TV put in place - Darren also gave instructions on how to remove the TV should it be necessary. Then the aerial cable was redirected from outside the house through the wall into a better position for the new location of the TV and covered with cable trunking. Again this was done efficiently, quickly and tidily. Lastly, Darren checked the TV to make sure that everything was working as it should. It was! Darren was very helpful and we are pleased with the quality of his advice and the standard of his work.
Customer in Suffolk Posted on 06/06/2023 , work completed 06/06/2023
The trader replied (on 07/06/2023)
Thank you very much for the positive feedback, It was my pleasure in helping you. Thank you
TV aerial
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We called The Aerial Doctor, to see why our TV’s were not working, he arrived at the time agreed. I went through all the problems we were having. He checked through all wiring and tested signal from aerial. We have a limited space in our loft but he managed to get up there and check all the wiring which had been bodged by other aerial specialist in the past. He showed and fully explained everything that needed doing with price breakdown. We agreed and he went to work immediately. He put in a new aerial and new wiring, everything was left tidy and all rubbish taken away. The price in the end was less than quoted. A very professional service and would highly recommend to anyone with TV issues
Customer in Essex Posted on 27/05/2023 , work completed 26/05/2023
Would highly recommend
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Darren responded to our call and was able to come round almost instantly. He diagnosed the signal issue and explained what the likely causes might be. Rather than charge for a new amplifier and antenna he advised us to upgrade the amplifier (which was ancient) first and if the problems persisted to review the antenna (equally as old). After installing the amplifier the problem was fixed, and we were advised that as the trees blossom over the summer to assess the signal strength as the foliage can affect the antenna. Not only did we get a great, quick service, but we now are able to better understand any future problems as well. Couldn't recommend Darren enough.
Customer in Essex Posted on 21/04/2023 , work completed 21/04/2023
A very happy customer
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Wonderful and reliable service. Darren turned up when he said he would and gave good advice and fixed the problem very quickly. A very happy customer.
Customer in Suffolk Posted on 30/11/2021 , work completed 30/11/2021
Fitting of a new aerial
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Turned up on time and did the work efficiently fitting a new aerial in the loft and connecting to a tv in the bedroom. Also retuned my other TVs. Very pleased with the work
Customer in Suffolk Posted on 27/04/2021 , work completed 27/04/2021
Great and neat service
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Had a dish for Freesat and TV aerial installed. Had great and honest advice. Turned up bang on time and did the job neatly. Everything works like a treat. Would definitely recommend.
Customer in Essex Posted on 05/01/2021 , work completed 04/01/2021
Aerial replacement job done, no problem.
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Darren carried out the replacement of a broken aerial, turning - up on time, and keeping to price quoted. A very pleasant character keen to do a good job and include extras where needed.
Customer in Essex Posted on 27/08/2020 , work completed 27/08/2020
Thorough job.
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There was an intermittent disruption to our signal from the satellite dish. He checked all the possible reasons systematically, explaining clearly his findings. It’s now working fine. The charge for this seemed very reasonable.
Customer in Essex Posted on 19/06/2020 , work completed 19/06/2020
Great job and good price
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Darren did quick and tidy work. The job was done at short notice but he listened to our requirements and gave us exactly what we needed. Great job and friendly helpful service. 10/10.
Customer in Essex Posted on 11/04/2020 , work completed 11/04/2020
TV set up.
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Excellent work. Set up 2 televisions for me and demonstrated how to operate the equipment to me and my partner. Also got my DVD player to operate correctly
Customer in Essex Posted on 25/02/2020 , work completed 25/02/2020
Great Service. Great Price. Great Guy.
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My neighbour recommended Darren. We had multiple problems including bad previous workmanship, broken outside aerial and all our connections had. We chatted before he came so he knew what he was up against. We discussed our needs and he completed all the work including fixing a new aerial, fixed all the connections and redid some of the botched work we had had done previously. All sorted - he returned all the tv’s. Very happy with the work and what a nice pleasant guy. No tutoring or sucking through his teeth. And very reasonably priced too. Not all the work I thought might needed to be done wasn’t required so very happy with this too. Thanks Darren
Customer in Essex Posted on 02/10/2019 , work completed 02/10/2019
Very satisfied
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Sort out television aerial problem. Very satisfied.
Malcolm, Essex Posted on 24/09/2019 , work completed 24/09/2019
Aerial replacement - quick, professional and good value
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Our aerial had broken off its chimney mounting. Darren responded to our call quickly. As well as removing the aerial and installing a replacement inside our loft, he re-tuned all our TVs and gave helpful advice. He went up on the roof more than once to check for damage (not easy on our roof). We were very happy with his service and costs.
Customer in Essex Posted on 28/08/2019 , work completed 23/08/2019
Excellent service
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Arrived promptly, was quick and efficient to identify problem, then to replace a faulty part. He was courteous and knowledgeable. The cost was as expected from the quote. I can definitely recommend this company for TV aerial problems.
Mike Posted on 20/08/2019 , work completed 19/08/2019
Highly recommended.
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Darren responded to my phone call quickly. Had a new aerial fitted which was no mean feat, as he had to get ladder up gable end through bushes, to get up there (prickly ones at that). Did an excellent job after explaining my options. He was friendly, very professional, would recommend him to anyone. Fantastic service.
Carole, Essex Posted on 12/08/2019 , work completed 12/08/2019
Quick response and good job done
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Darren responded to my phone call quickly and did the work the next day. He got up on my high roof, took down a very old, disconnected, TV aerial and put up a brand new one. Not an easy job by anyone's standards. (The previous person I asked to do the job refused to get on the roof and put an aerial in the loft, with unsatisfactory results). I was very pleased with the work Darren did, and now have a nice bight, clear, constant picture. I recommended him to my neighbour, who also had Darren put a new aerial on her roof. I would highly recommend Darren to anyone needing his services.
Glenda, Essex Posted on 25/06/2019 , work completed 21/06/2019
Excellent job
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Very helpful and professional. Did an excellent job.
Diane, Essex Posted on 13/05/2019 , work completed 13/05/2019
Prompt and professional.
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Came within 24 hours of request at the weekend. Efficient, clean and cheerful. Solved the problem!
David, Essex Posted on 27/04/2019 , work completed 27/04/2019
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Very polite, timely and conscientious.
Stephen, Hertfordshire Posted on 16/04/2019 , work completed 16/04/2019
Excellent work
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Darren carried out the relocation of our sky dish including new wiring to the sky box. The work was carried out quickly and efficiently and extremely neatly. We would not hesitate to recommend him.
Customer in Essex Posted on 07/03/2019 , work completed 07/03/2019
Very prompt and professional.
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Here within an hour of calling. Checked and replaced doubtful connectors. Warned of some cable loss - cables chased in to walls! Major job. Tested and re-tuned.
Richard, Essex Posted on 25/02/2019 , work completed 25/02/2019
Poor TV Signal
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I thought I needed a new TV Aerial, but Darren did a test and recommended that all I needed was a signal booster on the roof. Darren had one in the van and the job was completed there and then. Superb service and good value.
Customer in Essex Posted on 18/01/2019 , work completed 18/01/2019
Very efficient and professional
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Darren Hughes checked our aerials signal strength. This was found to be ok. One TV checked was found to be U/S. The other TV's were checked and returned. Darren was very efficient in dealing with our problems, which were all solved. Highly recommended.
Anthony, Essex Posted on 15/01/2019 , work completed 15/01/2019
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Came out very quick and very pleased with service. Thank you.
Belle, Essex Posted on 02/01/2019 , work completed 02/01/2019
First class service
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Darren was very quck and efficient. I would certainly recommend him and would not hesitate to call him again if the need arose.
Milender Posted on 03/10/2018 , work completed 03/10/2018
Great service and value
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I chose this company due to the comprehensive advice given on my initial enquiry. The price was competitive too, not only installing a new aerial but also removing and taking away the old one. The work was carried out with care and very good customer service all round.
saxomal Posted on 21/09/2018 , work completed 21/09/2018
Professional and thorough
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Our fitter Darren was prompt efficient and extremely tidy. He took the time to tune the TV & the box as well as showing me how to watch 2 channels & record a third on a talk talk box. Would recommend 100 percent.
Thomas, Essex Posted on 07/09/2018 , work completed 07/09/2018
Prompt service
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Professional first class service. Brilliant communication. Arrived early. Excellent prices. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.
James, Essex Posted on 23/08/2018 , work completed 23/08/2018
Prompt & professional
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First class work. Have used him before & would again. Highly recommended.
Alfred, Essex Posted on 15/08/2018 , work completed 15/08/2018
Prompt, professional
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Installed new TV system. Efficient, very helpful, polite, very obliging, all left neat, tidy and working well. Good explanation.
John, Essex Posted on 02/08/2018 , work completed 02/08/2018
First-class.
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Prompt service, very thorough, reasonable price.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 19/07/2018 , work completed 19/07/2018
Quick and professional
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Was with me as arranged. Prompt and efficient job. Offered advice re. future concerns, offer advice re. ancillary purchase, based on which report.
Terence, Essex Posted on 03/07/2018 , work completed 03/07/2018
Job done
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Moved into new house in the New Year with a satellite dish and loft aerial that didn't appear to work. Darren did an excellent job of setting up the satellite box, replacing an old signal booster, and fitting a new cable into a bedroom. A very friendly guy, first class work. Would highly recommend.
Rick Allen Posted on 01/02/2017 , work completed 01/02/2017
“Excellent service and quality of work. I highly recommend.”
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“Brilliant, friendly, knowledgeable professional.”
adam Posted on 05/11/2016 , work completed 05/11/2016
Prompt and efficient
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Darren arrived on time and quickly assessed the problem which had eluded a couple of previous contractors. All work was carried out efficiently and in a friendly manner. I would recommend Darren to anyone.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 21/07/2016 , work completed 21/07/2016
Prompt & professional
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Very pleasant made sure everything was working. Gave clear instruction & explanation.
Patricia, Essex Posted on 16/07/2016 , work completed 16/07/2016
Bang on time and great job.
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Having made the mistake of booking two other aerial fitters, who both failed to show up as agreed - I found Darren, and based on the reviews asked him to supply and fit an aerial plus connections to a distribution amp. Darren arrived on time, with all of the equipment needed, performed some tests, fitted everything and then even retuned my TV for me. All for a very reasonable price and with a 1-year guarantee. Delighted with the job and delighted to recommend Darren.
rpiatkowski Posted on 06/06/2016 , work completed 06/06/2016
Brilliant job
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I have always had problems with TV reception and had restricted Free View channels. New aerial fitted by Aerial Doctor and now have all channels. All work carried out to a high standard and all waste taken away. Would highly recommend.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 06/05/2016 , work completed 06/05/2016
Superb service
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Prompt, excellent service solved problem with satellite dish. On site within half hour of requesting visit.
Malcolm, Essex Posted on 19/04/2016 , work completed 19/04/2016
Extremely prompt
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Darren was extremely proficient with great explanations about the job and future expectations.
Paul, Essex Posted on 07/03/2016 , work completed 07/03/2016
Brilliant Job
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Very prompt and efficient.
Roger, Essex Posted on 10/12/2015 , work completed 10/12/2015
Professional
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Very good & professional & helpful.
John, Essex Posted on 08/12/2015 , work completed 08/12/2015
Excellent
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Prompt arrival. Clear explanation and pricing. Efficient and tidy workmanship. Helpful post installation advice courteous.
Bill, Essex Posted on 07/12/2015 , work completed 07/12/2015
Good personal service
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I moved into a new house with no TV signal. I called and made an appointment with Darren himself. He arrived on time, and understood my requirements. He explained the alternative solutions to me. He quoted for all work in advance. He was respectful and tidy. He tested that everything worked in each room and took the time to re-tune all of our devices. A friendly and personal service. Highly recommended.
2011-08-03 12:58:08.377 Posted on 16/10/2015 , work completed 16/10/2015
Brilliant, prompt & professional.
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Extremely helpful, clean, efficient. Would not hesitate to recommend. If the scores went higher, then would happily circle.
Irene, Essex Posted on 25/09/2015 , work completed 25/09/2015
Brilliant job, reliable.
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Aerial Doctor arrived on time, excellent customer service, dust mats put down, work area swept and cleaned after installation of new aerial. TV's tuned in. Great service.
Martin, Essex Posted on 19/09/2015 , work completed 19/09/2015
Excellent.
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Fantastic, came out at short notice, very professional, friendly and helpful.
Amanda, Essex Posted on 17/09/2015 , work completed 17/09/2015
Excellent Service
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Arrived on time, was extremely careful, very helpful and explained what he was doing and why. He did not undertake unnecessary work. Very sincere and honest, pricing was sensible I would use again and will recommend to any of my family and friends.
katymurray Posted on 04/09/2015 , work completed 04/09/2015
Exceptional neat job
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Very professional job and good neat and tidy worker.
Christopher, Essex Posted on 15/08/2015 , work completed 15/08/2015
Very professional
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Bang on time. I thought it was Aerial trouble, but it wasn't. Fixed new amplifier box in loft explaining everything he was doing & retuning all T.V.'s could not be more helpful, would certainly use them again.
Gary, Essex Posted on 29/07/2015 , work completed 29/07/2015
Excellent job and professional
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Arrived promptly and was really clean and efficient. Would definitely recommend.
Lea, Essex Posted on 06/05/2015 , work completed 06/05/2015
Excellent all round service
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I fully recommend this service. A prompt and friendly tradesman and excellent work.
D, Essex Posted on 13/04/2015 , work completed 13/04/2015
Excellent
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Prompt very professional and would strongly recommend.
Karenander Posted on 01/04/2015 , work completed 01/04/2015
Good job, good price
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Needed TV aerial replaced and leads run to 3 TVs in different rooms. Quite a lot of work involved which was carried out quickly & neatly. All TVs re-tuned and checked and no mess left behind. I was very pleased with the work and the price.
Andy, Essex Posted on 31/03/2015 , work completed 31/03/2015
Brilliant job
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The Aerial Doctor was professional, tidy and friendly. He was quick to fit me in, on time, and explained everything he was doing. Would use him again if needed.
Sarah, Essex Posted on 02/03/2015 , work completed 02/03/2015
Very pleased
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Polite & speedy work, very pleased, would recommend.
Howard, Essex Posted on 20/02/2015 , work completed 20/02/2015
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Excellent service
Neil, Essex Posted on 14/02/2015 , work completed 14/02/2015
Prompt professional job
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Excellent service
Carol, Essex Posted on 12/02/2015 , work completed 12/02/2015
Very satisfied.
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Easy people to deal with. Straight forward quote and fitting. Nice neat job.
Brian, Gloucestershire Posted on 31/01/2015 , work completed 31/01/2015
Brilliant job.
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Excellent service and totally satisfied with work completed. A true professional. Paid the quoted price, although a few additional jobs were required. Would recommend highly and planning to use service again in the future.
Adam, Essex Posted on 30/01/2015 , work completed 30/01/2015
Professional trader.
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I have no hesitation in recommending this trader, who demonstrated a professional way of working and at a very competitive price.
David, Essex Posted on 26/01/2015 , work completed 26/01/2015
Magnificent work/the best
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The speed and quality of service brilliant, cannot fault.
William, Essex Posted on 10/01/2015 , work completed 10/01/2015
Professional job
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Efficient and competent worker with a good approach and pleasant attitude.
Valerie, Essex Posted on 05/01/2015 , work completed 05/01/2015
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Brilliant job
F, Essex Posted on 24/12/2014 , work completed 24/12/2014
Job well done, no mess used before
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Have used this trader several times over the years, always arrived when he told us he would, gets on with the work and explains the work he is carrying out.
Peter, Essex Posted on 12/12/2014 , work completed 12/12/2014
Excellent
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Arrived early. Rectified my problem quickly. Removed old aerial and provided extra fly leads for free. Friendly, safety and cleanliness conscious.
Martin, Essex Posted on 04/12/2014 , work completed 04/12/2014
Prompt, efficient, professional, excellent
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The aerial doctor arrived on time 24hours after calling him. He sorted out several problems - Sky that another tradesman could not. We now have TV all around the house-again. Also a great quality picture all around the house, plus sensible price. Excellent!!!
Brian, Essex Posted on 14/11/2014 , work completed 14/11/2014
Total professional
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Came on time, polite, clean & tidy. Explained work to be carried out and was done to my satisfaction. Will use again in future. Well done.
Brian, Essex Posted on 09/09/2014 , work completed 09/09/2014
Prompt & professional
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I would recommend the Aerial Doctor he was here on time, did a good job, & took the old stuff away. Very pleased.
David, Essex Posted on 08/09/2014 , work completed 08/09/2014
Brilliant job
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On time, friendly, helpful advice, brilliant job, well pleased.
Perry, Essex Posted on 06/09/2014 , work completed 06/09/2014
Very impressed
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Very efficient, worked quickly & cleanly, very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
Julia, Essex Posted on 04/09/2014 , work completed 04/09/2014
Fast & efficient
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Having just moved house, I no signal. Darren came the next day, fitted a new ariel & now have brilliant signal & picture - better than I had in London!
Hugh, Essex Posted on 20/08/2014 , work completed 20/08/2014
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Excellent job
Brian, Essex Posted on 11/08/2014 , work completed 11/08/2014
Very professional
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We have had no problems. His work is very good & very helpful.
Sandra, Essex Posted on 08/07/2013 , work completed 08/07/2013