Freeview retune in Dawlish
Looking for professional freeview retune help in Dawlish? Hembury Contracting provides reliable small jobs services across Dawlish and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Dawlish
Freeview channels retuned properly so you've got everything you should have. Aerial connections checked, signal tested, channels organised - all sorted in one visit.
### Channels Missing After the Last Update?
One day you've got BBC Four, next day it's vanished. Welcome to the joys of Freeview transmitter updates. **They move channels around** to improve coverage, but your TV doesn't get the memo.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** If several neighbours have lost channels at the same time, it's probably a transmitter change rather than your aerial playing up.
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### Auto-Tune vs. Proper Retune
There's a difference between hitting the auto-tune button and doing it properly:
| ✅ Full Retune (What I Do) | ❌ Quick Auto-Tune | |---------------------------|-------------------| | Clear all old channel data first | Adds new channels to old ones | | Scans in correct order | Creates duplicates | | Signal strength checked | Might miss weak channels | | Channels numbered properly | Random channel order |
Takes me an extra 5 minutes to do it right, but you end up with everything working properly.
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Service**
| Step | What Happens | |------|--------------| | **Signal Check** | Test aerial connection and signal strength | | **Full Reset** | Clear all existing channels (fresh start) | | **Retune** | Scan for all available Freeview channels | | **Organise** | Channels in the right order, duplicates removed |
**📦 You're Left With** - All Freeview channels working - Channels in proper BBC/ITV/C4 order - Written note of any aerial issues found - Confidence it's done properly
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### Pricing Guide
| Service | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |---------|----------------|------------| | Standard retune | 20-30 mins | **£60** | | Retune + check aerial | 30-40 mins | **£60** | | Multiple TVs | 40-60 mins | **£60-85** |
*£60 minimum (first hour) covers most retune jobs. Additional TVs in the same visit add minimal time.*
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### Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ **Channels disappeared** - after transmitter work or you've moved house
✅ **Duplicate channels** - seeing BBC One on channels 1, 101, and 801
✅ **Some channels pixelating** - signal issues or weak reception
✅ **Just got a new TV** - never been set up properly for your area
Why Choose Us for Freeview retune in Dawlish?
All Freeview channels restored
Aerial connection checked
Channels organised properly
Remote control tips included
What to Expect
### Step 1: Check Connections Before touching any buttons, I'll check the aerial lead is connected properly and there's no obvious signal problems. ### Step 2: Full Factory Reset Clear out all the old channel data so we're starting fresh. This is the bit most people skip, which is why auto-tune often makes a mess. ### Step 3: Proper Retune & Test Let the TV scan for everything, then check a few channels to make sure the signal's decent and nothing's pixelating.
Our Dawlish Service Coverage
We cover Dawlish and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Dawlish or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 📺 **Multiple TVs?** If one TV's lost channels but the others are fine, it's that specific TV that needs retuning, not an aerial problem. If they're ALL dodgy, then yeah, check the aerial. **Older TVs** might not pick up all the newer channels even with a perfect retune. If your TV is pre-2010 it might not have the newer HD tuner built in. **In Exeter's older houses**, sometimes the aerial's been up there since the 70s and really ought to be replaced. I'll be honest if I think that's the issue - might save you repeatedly retuning every few months.
Frequently Asked Questions about Freeview retune in Dawlish
Why do I need to retune my TV?
Freeview transmitters occasionally switch frequencies to improve coverage. When this happens, your TV loses channels until you retune. There are also planned engineering works every few months where channels move around.
Can't I just press the auto-tune button?
You can, but sometimes it doesn't work properly - you get duplicate channels, channels in the wrong order, or some missing altogether. I'll do a full retune from scratch which usually sorts it out properly.
Will I lose my recordings?
No - retuning doesn't affect anything you've already recorded. Your saved programmes on the box are safe. You might need to reset any scheduled future recordings though.
How long does a retune take?
The actual retune scan takes about 5 minutes, but I'll also check your aerial connection, signal strength, and make sure all the channels are there. Usually done in 20-30 minutes.
What if retuning doesn't fix it?
Then it's likely an aerial problem - loose connection, water got in, or the aerial itself is damaged. I'll diagnose it while I'm there and let you know what needs doing.
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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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