Television Cable Installation

Television cable installation can be costly if you don’t know where to look and frustrating for many people trying to do it themselves. Many cable companies will offer free cable installation for those paying for their services as an incentive. For those that don’t offer free installation, many consumers may feel tempted to perform television cable installation themselves. But no matter where you are seeking your cable service from, knowing more about installation and associated fees may be important, particularly for your wallet. If you are in need of cable television installation, you may have some questions yourself. If you are seeking a cable installer or are looking to install yourself, read on to check out the most frequently asked questions regarding television cable installation.

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  1. How much could I end up paying in installation fees?
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    While cable installation may not be exceedingly expensive, it can cost you quite a bit, especially if you plant to switch cable companies or residences. Installation fees can easily cost customers less than $100, making it a good way for companies to get more from their customers. A typical fee might be around $75, which may be a majority of what you will pay from month to month. 

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  2. How can I get free installation?
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    One way to get free installation is to look out for deals and packages that offer free installation. For instance, at COX Communications, customers can get a cable package for less than $45. On top of that, customers can get free professional cable installation, ensuring no extra charges. 

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  3. How can I get installation fees waived?
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    If the cable company you choose is not offering free installation and is trying to get you to pay for it, then it might be a good idea for you to attempt to get that fee waived. You may try to get the fee waived by calling the company and expressing concern about the installation fee which may persuade them to waive the fee. After all, like most cable companies, they will do what they can to keep you as a customer.

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  4. Can I install cable television myself?
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    If you really don't want to pay for cable installation and maybe don't even want anybody in your house, you may elect to install cable yourself. While installing cable may require a bit of learning, it is a skill that can be easily acquired if you have the will and the developed expertise. Ultimately, installing cable yourself can save you quite a bit of money.

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  5. Where can I find cable installers?
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    Other than top cable company providers like Comcast or COX, you can also locate a local television cable installer. You can do a search in a web browser or use websites like Yelp to help you find a local business that may charge a lot less than the price of a more prominant company. 

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  6. Where can I find information about installing cable myself?
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    The internet is always a great resource to learn how to do something. There are a number of cable installation guides from websites like WikiHow, Pretty Handy Girl and The Family Handy Man which feature detailed explanations and pictures along with them. You can also search for videos on YouTube for those who need more visual instruction.

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  7. Are there kits I can buy?
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    Some services such as Comcast's Xfinity cable services offer self-installation kits. Self Installation Kits from Xfinity can be easily installed by following a simple guide and watching videos prepared by Xfinity themselves. With the use of the kit you will have all the parts you need, preventing you from running back and forth between the electronics store and hardware store. 

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  8. Where can I get more information about cable installation companies?
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    If you want to know more about the quality of service from a particular company, it's always a good idea to read customer reviews. Sometimes you can find customer reviews on a website, but for the most part you can find reviews on Google or on website like Yelp that will let you listen in on what other customers are experiencing. 

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