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The Aerial Doctor
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
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- repairs
- upgrades and new installations
- freeview
- freesat
- sky
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I've been using Darren's services on and off for 10 years, he is competitively priced, professional, punctual, knowledgeable and nice to deal with.
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Exceptional Service
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Extension build left us without sky q signal, sky came out and advised that they could not help due to personal health & safety. Sky engineer left contact details for an independent engineer who could move the dish, made contact with him but then he said he could no longer do the job. Made contact with Darren, The Aerial Doctor he replied immediately and I probably become his worst nightmare, asking numerous questions, can we do this, can we do that… nothing was a problem and all my questions answered. He arrived at the agreed date and time, accessed the job with me and then checked in at various points of the job. Once work was completed he showed me what had been done and checked everything was working inside. I would recommend 100%
Customer in Essex
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Replacement satellite dish
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Darren had to move the new satellite dish to a new site to get a strong signal. as trees were interfering with the old position. He also fixed a loose connection in the back of the Freesat box. He was very polite, informative and tidied up after himself. The cost of installation was very competitive. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family
Customer in Essex
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Great work
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Darren did a fantastic job installing our TV on the lounge wall. It looks great and very tidy! We wouldn’t hesitate using Darren again.
Customer in Essex
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TV aerial installation
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Darren Hughes carried out a wonderful job installing a tv aerial in our loft enabling us to watch live ITV on our tv easily. He was both helpful, & friendly and ran through the whole procedure on arrival. Darren made a great job of it and even boxed off some of the cabling without having to do so, much appreciated. His cabling on the outside of the house was tucked neatly next to the guttering so was hardly visible - good aesthetics & in keeping with the house. 👍🏻 On completion, Darren ran through what he’d done and demonstrated that the chosen channel was working on the tv through the new aerial. He left behind relevant instructions and tacks. Extremely professional, tidy and informative. Would highly recommend Darren, five stars ⭐️ thank you again Darren!
Customer in Essex
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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
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Good Worker
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Very satisfied
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Sort out television aerial problem. Very satisfied.
Malcolm, Essex
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Excellent job
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Very helpful and professional. Did an excellent job.
Diane, Essex
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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
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Very polite, timely and conscientious.
Stephen, Hertfordshire
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Came out very quick and very pleased with service. Thank you.
Belle, Essex
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Prompt & professional
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First class work. Have used him before & would again. Highly recommended.
Alfred, Essex
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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
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First-class.
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Prompt service, very thorough, reasonable price.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer
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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
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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
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“Excellent service and quality of work. I highly recommend.”
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“Brilliant, friendly, knowledgeable professional.”
adam
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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.
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Prompt & professional
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Very pleasant made sure everything was working. Gave clear instruction & explanation.
Patricia, Essex
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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
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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
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Superb service
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Prompt, excellent service solved problem with satellite dish. On site within half hour of requesting visit.
Malcolm, Essex
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Extremely prompt
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Darren was extremely proficient with great explanations about the job and future expectations.
Paul, Essex
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Brilliant Job
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Very prompt and efficient.
Roger, Essex
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Professional
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Very good & professional & helpful.
John, Essex
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Excellent
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Prompt arrival. Clear explanation and pricing. Efficient and tidy workmanship. Helpful post installation advice courteous.
Bill, Essex
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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
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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
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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
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Excellent.
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Fantastic, came out at short notice, very professional, friendly and helpful.
Amanda, Essex
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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
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Exceptional neat job
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Very professional job and good neat and tidy worker.
Christopher, Essex
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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
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Excellent job and professional
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Arrived promptly and was really clean and efficient. Would definitely recommend.
Lea, Essex
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Excellent all round service
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I fully recommend this service. A prompt and friendly tradesman and excellent work.
D, Essex
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Excellent
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Prompt very professional and would strongly recommend.
Karenander
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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
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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
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Very pleased
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Polite & speedy work, very pleased, would recommend.
Howard, Essex
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Excellent service
Neil, Essex
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Prompt professional job
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Excellent service
Carol, Essex
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Very satisfied.
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Easy people to deal with. Straight forward quote and fitting. Nice neat job.
Brian, Gloucestershire
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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
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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
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Magnificent work/the best
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The speed and quality of service brilliant, cannot fault.
William, Essex
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Professional job
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Efficient and competent worker with a good approach and pleasant attitude.
Valerie, Essex
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Brilliant job
F, Essex
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Brilliant job
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On time, friendly, helpful advice, brilliant job, well pleased.
Perry, Essex
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Very impressed
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Very efficient, worked quickly & cleanly, very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
Julia, Essex
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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
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Excellent job
Brian, Essex
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Very professional
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We have had no problems. His work is very good & very helpful.
Sandra, Essex
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