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But first, what exactly is an antenna mast? A mast is a ground-based or rooftop structure that supports antennas at a height where they can satisfactorily send or receive radio waves. If you are struggling with poor TV reception – a mast may be the answer. Or maybe you have a 30ft mast that is […]

Do you find yourself feeling frustrated when watching TV because you just can’t seem to get perfect picture quality? Or are you experiencing pixelation and loss of channels? If this is you – you no longer have to put up with this. Reception issues can be caused by a range of issues. Some factors to […]

Have you recently moved into a new home or are you currently building? Well, firstly congratulations, secondly have you considered installing a security system? If not, then we highly recommend that you do, especially as according to ”Budget Direct – latest home burglary statistics” Australia has the 7th highest rate of burglaries in the world! […]

Have you just bought a new TV that you would like to mount to your wall? Or you may just want to change the style of your room and mount your current TV to the wall. If yes, then we suggest you call Jim’s Antennas. See, TV wall mounting is harder than it might look, […]

Is your building site protected from vandalism? Whether you are building your own home or are in charge of a building site, this is an important question to ask yourself. Unfortunately, more and more building sites are being vandalized by intruders, and in some cases materials and tools can be stolen. Which is why it […]

If you have a teenager you will know that they are notoriously hard to buy for. Thanks to lightening fast trend shifts, social media and influencers it appears that it is even harder to find that perfect present. The one where they don’t give you that ‘really??’ look 🤪 If you are stuck for birthday […]

If you have just bought a new TV or you are thinking of having your current one mounted to the wall, then we highly recommend you have a professional do this for you. We understand the excitement of buying a new TV and wanting to set it up immediately but by having a professional wall […]

Starlink is Elon Musk’s latest venture, a group of satellites operated by SpaceX to achieve better internet access across the globe. If you switch to Starlink as your new internet service provider, a neat little kit will be delivered to your doorstep.  This package includes all of the equipment necessary to fulfil promises of drastically […]

Colin from Jim’s Antennas Maroochydore recently installed an outdoor Ruijie Reyee access point to improve the internet for a customer who works in a semi-industrial area.  What is a WiFi Access Point? A WiFi Access Point is a device that is hardwired back to your modem, to create a wireless local area network (WLAN). This then […]

Are TV Antenna Systems made up of more than just an antenna and booster? The answer is YES. For many customers the cabling and distribution system also play an important part in getting good quality signal to your TV. Cables need to be correctly installed, to digital standard and kept away from mains power cabling […]

So, you aren’t getting any picture on your TV? Or is it that your TV reception is pixelating? Either way they are both frustratingly annoying but thankfully they can be fixed! However, before calling your Jim’s Antennas expert we ask that you evaluate the following: Ensure your TV and power cables are connected to the […]

”Help – I have no channels on my TV!” If this is you! 🖐 – Don’t worry because we can help! At Jim’s Antennas we often have customers calling up feeling frustrated because their TV reception is not working (and it always seems to be just when their favourite show is about to start!) There […]

If you are experiencing TV reception issues at home or in the office there could be many reasons why. Some of these can be easily resolved by evaluating the following: Ensure your TV and power cables are connected to the wall sockets as well as the TV Try and perform an auto or manual scan […]

All Australians should be able to access to free-to-air TV channels given that they are using the right TV aerial and receiving equipment. There’s nothing worse than purchasing an antenna and installing it before realising it’s the wrong type or you haven’t got the necessary equipment. Unfortunately, here at Jim’s Antennas, we’ve seen this happen […]

Ron L, Greater Melbourne (Inner) VIC ”After a short period of investigation Steve from Jim’s Antennas Heathmont, was able to fix the problem for below the approximate quote. I was very happy with results. Steve was well mannered and cleaned after himself. I would certainly have him back. Thanks again Steve.”

If your phone has weak phone reception or even worse zero bars you will be happy to know that there is a solution. And with people working and studying at home more than ever, now is the time to make sure you have strong and reliable reception. Having work calls drop in and out is […]

Is your current home security system in need of an upgrade? Or maybe you don’t have one at all but have been thinking about getting one. If so, it’s a good idea, because a home security system aims to help protect your property and loved ones from burglary, home intrusion and fire. And these days […]

At Jim’s Antennas our customers are not just residential. Our team of 150+ experts across Australia can help deliver audio-visual services and installations to commercial and industrial clients too. Our team are trained in all aspects of audio and visual services, including digital antenna systems, digital upgrades, plasma, LCD & LED installations, meeting room set […]

Do you have an old analog antenna that needs to be replaced?? If you are looking at upgrading then Jim’s Antennas are the experts for you. Our team of installation experts specialise in all types of aerial installation tasks. Your local technician will fit the correct Antenna for your local area. Whether you live in a house, […]

Did you know that many of our Jim’s Antennas Franchisees are also licensed security installers with Jim’s Security too? We can assist clients with the installation of CCTV Systems & Security Cameras, Security Alarms and Video Intercoms. Our team of experts can help you protect your home, office or commercial building, by offering a complete […]

To short answer to this question is – yes, but ….. You can mount an electric fireplace under a TV, but only if the TV isn’t blocking the outlet to the electric fireplace (or heater), or is not in the way of the heat. Having an electric fireplace underneath the mounted TV can create a […]

Our experts have been mounting quite a few Samsung NEO QLED TVs recently and we can understand why. This TV has been voted as the Global No. 1. TV. You can expect ‘brighter colours, blacker blacks. The big screen experience just got better.’ It has a revolutionary design that helps remove distractions, the sound innovations […]

Yep, you read that right. At Jim’s Antennas our experts are dual franchisees with both Jim’s Antennas and Jim’s Security. This can be very handy if your antenna needs to be upgraded and you are looking at installing a home security system as well. Robert from Jim’s Antennas & Jim’s Security in Chermside recently installed […]

With many people in Australia having to work from home it’s crucial that they have a strong mobile phone signal. It can be so frustrating when your phone call drops out due to low bars of reception. Especially when it is an important work call. Thankfully at Jim’s Antennas we are the preferred installer and […]

Are you currently looking for a security system for your home but are not sure of which one is the best for you? If this is you – no need to worry because at Jim’s Antennas we work closely with our security experts to assist our clients with the installation and repair of: CCTV systems […]

Have you recently bought a TV and are you considering mounting it to the wall? There are so many benefits to TV wall mounting. For starters it can truly open up the room and create a larger sense of space. It can bring a stylish and modern look to the room and the most important […]

Our TV mounting experts often get asked this question – Can a TV be too heavy to mount on a wall – The general answer is NO. There are brackets for all TV sizes and weight. However, the wall that you are planning on mounting your TV on may not be strong enough to hold […]

Are you the type of person who purchases electrical goods (or pretty much anything) and you just want it to work and look how it did at the shops straight away? As they say ‘patience is a virtue’ – but when you have been saving up or have been desperately waiting for that new TV, […]

Do you live in a poor TV reception zone or a ‘black spot’? Or maybe you live in a neighbourhood which struggles for sufficient signal or you may live in a remote area where most signals are low. Poor reception can cause your TV to pixelate; which is so frustrating, particularly when you are watching […]

What is the best TV Antenna for Free To Air TV in Adelaide? A quick answer to this complicated question is that there isn’t a specific antenna that is considered the ideal solution. The TV antenna which will give you the best results will ultimately depend on which Free To Air transmission towers are close […]