Do Mobile Phone Signal Boosters Work?
If you’re struggling with poor mobile connectivity, you might be wondering if installing a mobile signal booster is an effective solution. So, let’s jump in, do phone signal boosters actually work?
Mobile phone signal boosters are the only reliable way to improve poor indoor mobile signal strength and reliability. They are incredibly effective at amplifying weak outdoor mobile signals and improving indoor connectivity. Signal-boosting solutions can be hugely beneficial for a wide range of commercial and residential buildings.
Keep reading to learn more about how mobile signal boosters work and the UK regulations that affect them
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Do Mobile Signal Boosters Work?
If you’re struggling with poor mobile signal strength, slow mobile data speeds or poor voice call quality, installing a high-performance signal booster is the most effective way to improve your connectivity. Signal-boosting systems can be installed in a wide range of buildings, from small offices to multi-floor commercial buildings, making them an effective solution for multiple applications.
What a Mobile Signal Booster Can and Can’t Do
A phone signal booster can:
- Improve existing weak mobile signals and make them more reliable.
- Enhance signal strength improving voice call quality and data speeds.
- Be used with multiple devices at once.
A phone signal booster can’t:
- Produce a mobile signal that doesn’t exist. Signal boosters can only amplify existing signals – they cannot create new mobile signals.
How Does a Mobile Phone Signal Booster Work?
A mobile phone signal booster works by capturing the existing mobile signal through an outside antenna, amplifying the signal and then sending it to areas of a building with poor existing connectivity. A signal-boosting system consists of three main elements which we’ll go over in more detail below:
- Exterior antenna. This is mounted on the exterior of the building, often the roof, and is strategically positioned to receive the strongest available signal. The outside antenna captures the weak mobile signals from nearby mobile phone towers.
- Booster unit. The signal booster or amplifier takes the weak signals captured by the antenna and amplifies them. This makes the phone signals stronger to enhance connectivity inside the building and ensures the signal is clear and free from distortions.
- Interior antenna. This is strategically positioned inside the building to broadcast the booster signals across areas with poor existing connectivity. For larger buildings, multiple antennas can be installed to ensure comprehensive coverage.
Are Mobile Phone Signal Boosters Legal in the UK?
Yes, mobile phone signal boosters are legal in the UK, but they are subject to strict regulations. All UK mobile signal boosters are regulated by Ofcom, the communications regulator, and are subject to the Wireless Telegraphy Act (2006).
Since May 2022, Ofcom has authorised the use of some mobile mobile signal boosters without a license, provided they meet the necessary technical requirements. At NetCov, we only install Ofcom-approved signal boosters to ensure that your signal-boosting system is fully legal and follows all relevant UK legislation. Our CEL-FI signal boosters are the best on the market, so working with us means you’re guaranteed the highest quality signal-boosting equipment, including exterior antennas, coaxial cables, booster units and interior antennas.
Can Mobile Signal Boosters Amplify Signals for Multiple Networks?
Yes, mobile signal boosters can boost multiple mobile networks improving connectivity for users, no matter which network they are with. Previously, Ofcom did not allow signal boosters that boosted the mobile signal of more than one operator at a time, but this changed in May 2022. Now these kinds of signal boosters are allowed, provided they meet Ofcom’s technical requirements.
At NetCov, we design and install signal boosters that can amplify a single mobile network or multiple mobile networks depending on your needs. Our expert team offer signal-boosting solutions for all the most popular UK networks, including Three, Vodafone, EE and O2.
High-Performance Mobile Phone Signal-Boosting Solutions by NetCov
If your commercial building or workplace is struggling with poor mobile signal quality, installing one of our high-performance signal boosters can dramatically improve connectivity, productivity and communication.
At NetCov, we specialise in creating bespoke signal-boosting solutions for a wide range of industries. Whether you need to improve call quality in an office building to boost client communications or you want to enhance the customer experience in your hotel by providing guests with fast mobile data and reliable voice calls, we can help. All our boosters are Ofcom-approved, so you can be sure your business is fully compliant with all UK legislation.
Contact our team today to see how we can solve your connectivity issues or book your free consultation to get started.