Satellite TV Checklist for Dish Network or DIRECTV

It’s no secret satellite TV is superior to cable TV. Over 28 million DIRECTV and Dish Network customers will tell you it’s the superior picture quality, larger selection of programming, increased local channel availability, the best in the business customer service and while cable TV prices continue to rise, satellite TV prices continue to drop. This checklist will help you get the best Dish Network or DIRECTV deal.

First, Determine If You Can Receive DIRECTV or Dish Network Satellite TV

Both Dish Network and DIRECTV require a small satellite TV dish. The dish must have an unobstructed view of the southern sky to receive signals from orbiting satellites. In most cases a few trees are not a problem, however, if your one story building is on the north side of a 10 story building your going to have some problems.

Second, Choose Your Dish Network or DIRECTV Satellite TV Programming

DIRECTV and Dish Network both offer multiple satellite TV programming packages. Choosing the satellite television package that’s right for you depends on your personal viewing preferences. Don’t worry if you’re not sure about your programming package at the time of ordering, your programming isn’t set-up until your dish is installed and activated. My money saving tip is order the least expensive programming package and then up-grade later.

Third, Pick Your DIRECTV or Dish Network Satellite TV Equipment

Now you need to choose your state-of-the-art Dish Network or DIRECTV satellite TV Equipment. Both DIRECTV and Dish Network offer FREE equipment in up to 4 Rooms or TV’s. Your first decision is how many TV’s you want to watch different satellite television programming on at the same time. Once that’s decided you need to choose; Standard Receivers. DVR (Digital Video Recorder) Receivers, allows you to pause and replay live TV and Digitally Record your favorite television shows. HD (High Definition) Receivers, you must have an HD TV set, or a combination HD DVR Receiver. You’ll need to have a phone line plugged into your receiver and you should have a top of the line surge protector that has both electrical outlets and phone line outlets, better safe than sorry.

Fourth, Schedule Your Dish Network or DIRECTV Satellite TV Installation

Now, some straight talk about your DIRECTV or Dish Network satellite TV installation. Depending on the time of year and where you live, it could take a week or more to have your satellite TV system installed. So, when the advertisement says next day installation with an asterisk, which usually means that 85% or more of their installations can be done next day. Most likely the installer doing the installation is an independent contractor. Like any industry, 90% of installers are decent, professionals. And just like cable TV there are a few horror stories out there. Here’s how to protect your self; First, Be there at the time of the installation. Second, if you have a concern with the installation, tell the installer what your concern is and have the installer address it then. It’s harder to re-schedule an installer to come back than have them address the concern while they are there. Third, if the installer doesn’t address your reasonable concern, call the retailer while the installer is still there and explain your concern to the retailer. Do not sign off or sign anything until your concern is addressed.

Here are some tips on choosing a good retailer:
    º Must have been in the satellite TV business 1 or more years.
     º Must be an “Authorized Dish Network or DIRECTV Retailer”.
     º Customer service available via phone, live chat or email.
     º 100% Guaranteed, Full refund if installation fails.
     º Ask for testimonials or customer reviews.
    º If ordering online website must provide secure order page.

Finally Up-front Fee’s for Your DIRECTV or Dish Network Satellite TV Order

At the time of this writing, both Dish Network and DIRECTV satellite TV have a onetime activation fee of $49.99. This activation fee is credited back to you on your first bill so you’re really getting your satellite TV system for FREE. If a retailer attempts to charge you more than the $49.99 activation fee up front, find another satellite TV retailer. So, let’s review; at the time of your order you should only be charged the onetime activation fee of $49.99 that will be credited back to you on your first bill.

I hope you will benefit from this article and experience the same satisfaction my family and I have from satellite TV.

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