Starlink installation in the South Hams
Fast, reliable internet where broadband can't reach, professionally installed and connected to WiFi that covers every room and building.
Slow broadband? Starlink can help
Many homes, farms and businesses across the South Hams are still stuck on slow copper broadband, with full fibre years away. Starlink's satellite internet typically gives speeds of 100 Mbps or more, with low enough latency for video calls, streaming and card payments.
Fitting the dish is the easy part. Getting a good result depends on where it goes, how the cable gets into the building, and whether the WiFi reaches the rooms and buildings you actually use. That's where we come in. John, our co-founder and lead engineer, has been installing WiFi and networks across the South Hams for 20 years.
What we do
- Site survey. We check the sky view from your roof, chimney, walls and outbuildings, so the dish gets a clear view clear of trees and hills.
- Proper mounting. We use the right mount for the job, from wall and long wall mounts to pole and pipe mounts, fixed securely and neatly.
- Neat cabling. We route the cable cleanly into the building through a sealed wall entry, with no trailing cables or windows left open.
- WiFi that reaches. The Starlink router on its own often won't cover a whole house, barn or yard. We connect Starlink to business-grade UniFi WiFi so you get a strong signal everywhere, including garden offices, annexes and outbuildings.
- Setup and handover. We activate the service, test speeds in every room and show you how it all works.
Who it's for
- Homes with slow or unreliable broadband, or where the line keeps dropping.
- Farms and rural businesses that need internet across the farmhouse, office, workshop and yard.
- Holiday lets, where guests expect WiFi that just works and good reviews depend on it.
- Businesses that need a backup connection. Starlink, or a Starlink Mini, can keep you trading when the main line goes down.
- Sites, boats and events. Starlink Roam plans give portable internet wherever you need it.
Prefer a cheaper option? 4G broadband
Where there’s a decent mobile signal, 4G broadband can be a lower-cost alternative to Starlink, with cheaper equipment and a choice of SIM plans. We test the signal from each network, fit a 4G router indoors or an external antenna on the roof or wall where the signal is weak, and connect it to your WiFi so it reaches every room.
4G also makes a good, low-cost backup line for businesses. At the survey we can compare Starlink and 4G at your property and recommend the best fit for your budget.
Starlink as a backup line
If you already have broadband but can't afford to be offline, Starlink makes an excellent backup. We can set up your network so that if the main line drops, it switches to Starlink automatically and switches back when the line returns, so your card machine, phones and bookings keep working.
This is an optional extra: it means running a second connection alongside your broadband, with its own monthly cost, and we'll explain that in your quote.
How it works
1. Get in touch
Tell us about your property and what you need.
2. Site survey
We visit, check the sky view and agree where the dish, cable and WiFi should go.
3. Quote
You get a clear quote for the installation and any WiFi equipment. Installation is charged at our standard installation rate of £74 an hour plus VAT.
4. Installation
We fit, cable and configure everything, usually in a single visit.
5. Support
We're a local team, so if anything goes wrong we're just down the road.
Frequently asked questions
How much does installation cost?
Installation is charged at our standard installation rate of £74 an hour plus VAT, plus any mounts, cable and WiFi equipment you need. We'll give you a clear quote after the survey.
Should I choose Starlink or 4G?
It depends on your mobile signal and how you use the internet. Where the signal is good, 4G is usually cheaper to set up and run. Where mobile coverage is poor, Starlink is the more reliable choice. We’ll test both at the survey and recommend the best option.
Do I buy the Starlink kit and subscription myself?
You can buy them yourself and we'll install them, or we can supply the kit for you. Either way, the monthly subscription is paid directly to Starlink.
Will Starlink work at my property?
Starlink needs a clear view of the sky, mainly to the north. Tall trees and steep valleys can get in the way, which is why we survey before we fit.
Can you put the dish on my roof?
Usually, yes. We'll choose the best spot for a clear view and a tidy installation, whether that's the roof, a chimney, a wall or a pole.
Can Starlink cover my outbuildings too?
Yes. We can link outbuildings with buried cable or a wireless point-to-point link, and fit WiFi access points wherever you need coverage.
Is Starlink good enough for working from home?
For most people, yes. It handles video calls, Microsoft 365 and cloud apps well. For businesses that can't afford any downtime, we recommend pairing it with a second connection.
Get connected
Book a site survey or give us a call, and we'll tell you whether Starlink is right for your property.