Houston Satellite TV
The Advantages over Cable

A significant number of customers in the Houston area are making the change from cable television to Satellite TV. They are finding they can get more programs with satellite TV for less money.

Houston customers are getting frustrated with the constant price increases associated with cable television. It seems every time you get a new cable bill there is an increase. In fact, the major cable companies plan another 10% increase in their rates for 2006. The cable industry sort of reminds you of the health providers.

If you live in Houston or the surrounding suburbs, Satellite TV is a great alternative. You can get monthly service for as little as $25 per month. And most of the provider offer free installation, shipping and equipment.

There is some concern about the limitation of programming with Satellite TV in the Houston area. That is a misconception. With Satellite TV you still get favorite sports teams including the Houston Astros and Oilers.

And regardless of whether you live in Houston or anywhere in the Continental U.S., you can order Satellite TV online and save even more money. Below are several Satellite TV companies that service the greater Chicago metropolitan area:

The Advantages of Satellite TV Companies Over Houston Cable Companies

One of the biggest advantages is you are not paying the exorbitant taxes that are charged to cable. Local governments see cable as a cash cow. These taxes can add as much as 5% - 7% on your monthly bill in comparison to a satellite TV system. Satellite companies are the only external force that is putting pricing pressure on cable to keep them within reason.

Satellite TV offers a competitive alternative to the cable monopolies. The simple fact is cable companies do not compete, they are provided with a monopoly. Therefore they have no incentive to lower their prices. Satellite TV retailers are fiercely competitive and they are making whatever deals to get your business. There are two companies selling satellite TV, DirecTV and Dish Network. Each company has numerous retailers selling against each other. This means numerous free offers and low, low prices.

In a recent survey conducted by Scientific-Atlanta Inc. on digital satellite users the following results showed:

• Customer satisfaction -- More digital satellite subscribers report being extremely satisfied with their service.
• Customer advocacy - Satellite subscribers are more likely to recommend their digital service to others.
• Customer loyalty - Digital Satellite subscribers claim to be more likely to remain subscribers over time.

Key factors likely influencing satisfaction, loyalty, and advocacy with satellite TV include:

• Price - Digital satellite TV subscribers on the average pay $14 less per month than digital cable, excluding the upfront purchase price.
• Performance - Digital satellite TV subscribers rate picture quality and service reliability higher than digital-cable subscribers do.
• Value - Digital satellite TV subscribers are more likely to pay for additional receivers and outlets than digital-cable subscribers are.

Next time you drive through the Houston area take notice of all the small satellite TV dishes in the neighborhoods. The numbers are growing.