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Reading Aerial Services Limited

9.95/10

Reading

Checkatrade member since January 2014
10

Services

  • Audio / Visual Installation
  • Home Cinema

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9.95 /10

Based on 49 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.96

Reliability

9.96

Communication

9.94

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

This business is highly praised for its professional, efficient, and friendly service, with customers consistently highlighting the team's expertise and promptness. Reviewers frequently mention that the engineers are knowledgeable, polite, and provide clear explanations for the work being carried out.

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Reviews (881)

  • 10

    Polite, Quick, Efficient!

    Posted 01 May

    I decided that I need an antenna to watch the upcoming World Cup - I can't stand the delays from watching online. I looked for local companies and Reading Aerial was one of the main results. I've sent an email and quickly got a response, and booked a visit for a quote. The quote visit was great, Rad was a delight. Kind, funny, and able to explain everything easily. He quoted me for a satellite dish and for an aerial. I decided for the the dish because it was a bit cheaper and an easier work. They came and installed in the next day after accepting the quote. Job completed quickly and safely
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: RG1

    Response from Reading Aerial Services Limited

    Thank you so much for your glowing review. We are thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience. Best Regards, Reading Aerial Services Team.

  • 10

    These people know what they are doing !!

    Posted 16 April

    Its always a delight to deal with people who know what they are doing. In this case from making the appointment to completion was informative and achieved everything. There was good communication prior to the visit, with the RF Engineer turning up with test equipment, knowledge and experience resulting in a speedy diagnostic and process to rectify the issues. From his experience with multiple brands of TV He was also able to configure for best performance. Issues with the Bluetooth connectivity were also resolved. Great advice was provided on accessing SC4 and UHD and app based services.
    Job location: RG30

    Response from Reading Aerial Services Limited

    Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with our services. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting you with any future needs. Best regards, The Reading Aerial Services Ltd Team

  • 10

    Aerial problem?

    Posted 15 April

    Reading Aerial Services Ltd attended my property promptly and effected a diagnosis and solution to my reception problem. The operative who attended, was friendly and took the trouble to explain the fault and the solution. I would recommend them highly for their service.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: RG1

    Response from Reading Aerial Services Limited

    Thank you so much much for taking the time to leave a review. We really appreciate it and glad we could help.

  • 10

    Recommended.

    Posted 13 April

    Found this Company in Checkatrade brochure - it seemed to be as local as I could get. I initially sent an email as I needed to know if they could actually do what I needed - i.e. re-set up my DVD player to the TV which I purchased 5 years ago and could not work out how to connect the two at the time. Received a useful email from Dan but it was too technical for me so I enquired about a call out which he was able to arrange. Called today, very polite and quickly sorted things out. I can now watch the many DVDs I have accumulated when there is nothing worth watching being broadcast.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: RG45

    Response from Reading Aerial Services Limited

    Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are glad to hear you had such a positive experience. Kind Regards, Reading Aerial Services Team.

  • 10

    Aerial

    Posted 10 April

    Very pleased with the work carried out by Rad.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: RG6

    Response from Reading Aerial Services Limited

    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We really appreciate it.

  • 10

    They know what they're doing!

    Posted 02 April

    Excellent, Efficient, Easier especially when you know what the issue is and how much to repair it plus my Ariel now working
    Job location: RG4

    Response from Reading Aerial Services Limited

    Hi Philip, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We really appreciate it.

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Daniel Ford

Ltd Company

12 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

Yes: 200517423

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For 40+ years, Dan Ford and his team have been installing TV and radio aerials and satellite systems, including Sky, Sky Q, Freesat and dishes for international channels.

Dan's father, Roger, started the business in 1975 from his mother's home in Whitley. In 1985 he bought a shop on the Wokingham Road and ran the business from there, whilst offering DIY and technical advice from the shopfront. Dan took over the business in 1995 and recently (2015) moved their office to Headley Road in Woodley.

In addition to aerial installations, their most popular services include:

· Mounting TVs on the wall and hiding the connecting cables

· Installation of high-quality CCTV systems with remote viewing from anywhere in the world

· Installation of home ethernet networks and WiFi signal improvement

Their office is situated at the rear of Addstyle UK and is open to anyone wishing to purchase DIY products, book a home visit or enquire for technical advice.

They are members of the Confederation of Aerial Industries (CAI). In addition, Dan has a distinction in Satellite Master Antenna Television (SMATV), which is the highest recognised award in the industry.


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