Choosing the right mount
The mount is decided by two things: where the dish can see clear sky, and what the building will safely take. We look at both before anything is fixed, because moving a dish afterwards means making good twice.
- Wall and gable mounts — usually the tidiest option, and easy to keep off the front elevation
- Roof and chimney mounts — where height is the only way to clear surrounding obstructions
- Pole mounts — for shallow roof pitches, thatch, or properties where the roof isn't suitable
- Ground and post mounts — when the clearest view of the sky is away from the building altogether
Line of sight comes first
Starlink needs an unobstructed view of the sky, and in Essex the usual culprits are mature trees, neighbouring rooftops and chimney stacks. We assess the obstructions and work out the position that keeps the connection stable through the seasons — including allowing for trees that will be in full leaf by summer.
Cable routing and entry
A good install is mostly cable work. Where the layout allows we run through the loft or an existing service route, keep external runs short and straight, clip or trunk them properly, and seal the entry point so weather stays outside. On period and listed properties we agree the route with you before drilling anything.
- Loft and internal routing where the layout allows
- External runs clipped or trunked, colour-matched where practical
- Sealed, weatherproofed cable entry
- Longer runs for rural properties and outbuildings
Exposed and coastal properties
Along the Blackwater, the Crouch and the Thames estuary, wind loading and salt air do the damage rather than the rain. Those installs get stainless fixings, marine-grade sealant at the entry point and a mount positioned out of the prevailing wind instead of the most convenient spot.
Starlink Mini mounting
The Mini is lighter and takes a different bracket and cable arrangement to the standard dish, which makes it a sensible option on outbuildings, cabins, campsites and for touring use. It still needs a clear view of the sky, so the same line-of-sight assessment applies.
Alignment, testing and finish
Once the dish is mounted and the cable is in, we set the router up, run the obstruction check, confirm alignment and test the connection properly before we finish. Then the cable gets tidied, the site is cleared and you get shown how it all works.
Frequently asked
Can Starlink be mounted on a wall?
Yes, and it's often the neatest option. A side or rear gable keeps the dish off the front of the property while still giving a clear view of the sky.
Can Starlink be pole mounted?
Yes. A pole or ground mount is the usual answer when trees, chimneys or a shallow roof pitch block the sky, or when the roof isn't suitable for a fixing.
Can the dish go somewhere away from the house?
It can. A ground or post mount in a clear spot with a properly run and sealed cable back to the building is a standard rural installation.
Will the cable be visible?
As little as possible. Where the layout allows we route internally or through the loft; where a run has to be external, it's clipped or trunked so it looks deliberate.
Do you mount the Starlink Mini?
Yes. The Mini needs its own bracket and cable arrangement, and it suits outbuildings, cabins and campsites well.
Can you install on a listed or period property?
Often yes, with careful placement and appropriate fixings. We'll agree the position with you first and tell you if listed-building consent is likely to be needed.