ᐅ Installation of a satellite dish on the roof

Created on: 9 Sep 2017 22:36
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zizzi
We are planning a bungalow.
Our builder has offered 1500 € for installing a relatively good satellite dish on the roof.
What do you think of this offer? If I do it myself, what would the cost be?
What is your suggestion?

Best regards
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Grym
10 Sep 2017 14:30
Of course, the price only includes the standard series, which is why it is called the standard series. This is because 99% of builders use it. A special series like Busch Dynastie naturally involves an additional cost. If the general contractor/building contractor is professional and there is mutual trust, then this works well. If not, then it’s the wrong general contractor/building contractor.
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zizzi
10 Sep 2017 14:31
ruppsn schrieb:
Slightly off-topic, but whenever I read "brand products like Berker, Gira, or glw," it just makes me cringe. [emoji51]

On the topic: I would estimate between 500 and 700. What exactly do you mean by a "relatively good satellite dish"?
Unfortunately, I don’t have the name on hand.
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zizzi
10 Sep 2017 14:41
The developer has named the manufacturers of satellite dishes, but as I said, I can’t remember them offhand. I also don’t know which products are more expensive or cheaper, but when I look online, I see that a mid-range satellite dish costs around 200€ (about $220). From 1500€, that leaves 1300€ (about $1,430). Installation in the attic is included in the contract anyway. I think 1300€ (about $1,430) for the remaining parts is too expensive. That’s what I wanted to find out.
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ruppsn
10 Sep 2017 14:44
Grym schrieb:
If the general contractor/building supervisor is trustworthy and there is mutual trust, then it works. If not, then it is the wrong general contractor/building supervisor.

...yes, or a naive, trusting client...it depends on how you look at it.
As I said, it’s advice to avoid stress beforehand. You don’t have to follow it.

And trust on a construction site...well...but I’m not going to start that discussion here....
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zizzi
10 Sep 2017 14:54
ruppsn schrieb:
...yes, or a naive, trusting client... you can see it however you want.
As I said, it’s advice to help avoid stress upfront. You don’t have to take it.

And trust on a construction site... well... but I’m not starting that debate here....
That’s exactly right, which is why I’m asking you all here [emoji6]. Who really trusts anyone!?
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ruppsn
10 Sep 2017 14:57
zizzi schrieb:
Unfortunately, I don’t have the name in mind

Alternatively, you could check on Amazon to get an idea of what reasonable hardware costs. Satellite technology has been around for quite a few years now and isn’t exactly rocket science anymore, so you should be able to find decent equipment with a modest investment.

Then compare the price of your Elis to that and ask yourself (or the seller) where the difference is going. To me, it sounds like a significant portion is going into someone’s own pocket.