Boost your TV signal with an indoor aerial

Arooftop TV aerial will give you the best chance of a strong Freeview TV signal, but it’s not always feasible. Besides the cost (around £250 for parts and labour), other factors may prevent you from using one, such as if you live in a flat. They’re also easier to install, and being small and portable, they’re also perfect for use with a TV tuner attached to a laptop. Before buying one, however, it’s important to know how strong Freeview signals are in your area because this will determine what type of aerial you need.

Find your nearest transmitter

Enter your postcode and house number on Freeview’s coverage checker page at – the name of your nearest transmitter will appear at) to calculate your distance from the transmitter. Enter the name of the transmitter in the search box, then right-click it on the map and select ‘Measure distance’. Next, zoom out (hold down the Ctrl key and scroll your mouse wheel), locate your home address and click it. A line will appear on the map, with the box at the bottom showing the total distance (see 1 in our screenshot below left).