Top sources of obstruction interference that can impact your over the air tv reception.
Antenna attic aluminum siding.
Exceptions are aluminum siding stucco which has an embedded metal screen and foil backed insulation all of which totally block all signals.
However it is possible some blockage or scattering of signals may occur.
The ge 33692 attic mount hd antenna is a notable example of an antenna specially designed for placement in the attic.
If you have aluminum siding or a metal roof be sure to mount the sky outside away from the siding or above the metal roof if possible.
Savvy cord cutters know that an over the air ota tv antenna is the best and most cost effective way to watch your local broadcast tv stations like abc cbs nbc pbs and fox.
I have a winegard ap 8700 preamp and a rs 20db amp which gets me my strongest signals.
This antenna has all the reception power of an outdoor antenna but features a curved metal frame of reflectors that are designed for fitting easily into smaller attic spaces.
But it has to be better than just putting the antenna next to the tv.
One source says that attic antenna lose about 50 of signal strength presumably due to signal losses in the roof.
If you have no other choice but for an attic antenna then it is your best choice.
Don t trap your antenna with any type of interference.
Along with your tv antenna and your location the next critical aspect in your ability to receive free.
Concrete and most bricks have moderate water content but their thickness is enough to block all signals.
I have 2 antennas and 1 is in my basement not near a window and the channels come in great.
The house has aluminum siding but the antenna is mounted in the peak of the roof 4 ft.
It is connected with 125 ft.
I ve been doing some internet research reading technical descriptions on the web such as.
Aluminum siding is bad for tv reception no doubt about it.
I have aluminum siding on my house and i get great reception.
Above the top of the aluminum siding.
Of rg59 that has one splice to my sir t150.
Made from sturdy materials including solid aluminum and a waterproof dipole box this antenna is designed to resist the elements even in a non weatherproofed attic so it can continue to provide your household with free access to tv channels for a long time.
I have tried other antennas and the mohi leaf amplified is the best antenna with the best reception.
In a desert plywood becomes so dry that it causes no signal loss at all even for uhf.