Antenna Installation Specialists
Michael and Des turn up on time and travelled to rural properties others won't reach — with same-day availability flagged by multiple customers.
Michael handles the technical lead and client-facing work; Des assists on-site, and the two together are mentioned in roughly a third of reviews. Pricing feedback across the sample is uniformly described as reasonable or fair, and one reviewer noted Michael proposed a cheaper alternative to their existing setup that saved them significantly on monthly costs — worth asking about if you're comparing quotes. For homeowners in rural southern Tasmania needing Starlink installed or diagnosed, this is one of the few operators with demonstrable experience across difficult terrain and complex mounting situations.
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What it's like working with them
Based on a sample of Google reviews (62 total)
“provided good simple explanations that explained our issue”
“Michael came the same day I called”
“carefully positioning the television and concealing cables for a clean, professional look”
What they help with
Based on what their customers hired them for
How they stack up
Context from 154 antenna & tvs in Hobart
Credentials & background
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About Antenna Installation Specialists
Michael Starling and his offsider Des are the two names you'll see repeatedly across these reviews — Michael leads the technical work and client communication, while Des assists on installations, and between them they cover Starlink satellite systems, TV antenna installation and repairs, wall-mounted TV setups with hidden cabling, CCTV security cameras, and whole-home Wi-Fi extension. What separates them from a standard antenna crew is their Starlink-specific expertise: multiple customers mention custom mounting solutions, optimising dish placement for best signal, and knowing 'all the little tricks' to make Starlink perform in tricky rural properties across the Huon Valley and Central Highlands — areas where mainstream providers aren't an option. Beyond installs, Michael regularly diagnoses existing reception faults, often tracing them to aged cabling and connectors, and he's known for presenting a couple of options rather than pushing the most expensive fix. The team operates across a wide geographic patch — reviews place them in Port Huon, Woodbridge, Cygnet, Huonville, Cambridge, Campania, and Ellendale — making them a practical choice for homeowners in semi-rural southern Tasmania who can't get metropolitan-level service from larger companies. Same-day or next-day availability appears in multiple reviews, and customers consistently note that Michael will answer the phone and call back promptly, a detail several reviewers flagged after other businesses didn't respond.
Best for: Starlink installation on rural or difficult-to-mount properties, free-to-air reception diagnosis and repair in southern Tasmania, bundled TV antenna and wall-mount jobs with hidden cabling, and homeowners in remote areas who struggle to get other tradies to travel to them.
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What areas does Antenna Installation Specialists cover?+
Reviews place Michael and Des working across a wide spread of southern Tasmania, including Port Huon, Woodbridge, Cygnet, Huonville, Cambridge, Campania, Ellendale, and the Central Highlands. Several customers specifically note they were happy to travel to rural or remote properties that other providers typically decline. If you're in a more northern part of Tasmania, Michael has been noted in at least one review as willing to give phone guidance even when he couldn't attend in person — though it's worth confirming your location when you call.
How quickly can they respond to a callout?+
Same-day and next-day attendance comes up repeatedly across the 50 reviews we reviewed. One customer noted Michael called back the same day they left a message, after other companies didn't respond at all, and another specifically mentioned he came the same day they called. Availability will naturally vary depending on how busy they are, but prompt response is one of the most consistently praised aspects of how they operate — worth flagging your urgency when you get in touch.
Do they handle Starlink installations, or just standard TV antennas?+
Starlink is clearly a major part of what they do — roughly a third of the 50 reviews we reviewed mention Starlink specifically, including complex installs on rural properties and custom mounting solutions where standard placements wouldn't work. Michael is described by one customer as knowing 'all the little tricks' to make Starlink perform correctly. They also handle standard free-to-air TV antennas, reception fault diagnosis, and CCTV cameras, so it's worth describing your full job when you enquire — they may be able to bundle multiple installs in one visit.
What do customers say about pricing?+
Pricing is described as 'reasonable' or 'very reasonable' in multiple reviews, and there are no complaints about cost in the 50 reviews we analysed. One customer noted that Michael proposed a different approach to their internet setup that was both better technically and cheaper than their existing arrangement, saving them around $200 per month. This suggests it's worth explaining your current setup in detail — he may identify a more cost-effective solution than what you're planning to ask for.
Is the work neat and tidy, or will I be left with exposed cables?+
Cable management and finish quality is mentioned positively in at least a dozen reviews. Specific mentions include concealed Starlink cabling, hidden TV wall-mount cables, and 'minimal visibility of antennae on the roof.' One reviewer noted that after a full antenna and TV wall-mount job, 'you can't see the antenna cable.' If a clean finish matters to you — especially for wall-mounted TVs in visible living areas — it's worth saying so upfront, as the team appears to take this seriously regardless.