TV Booster

[Bellringer]

I have just seen an advert for a "Mains Powered TV Booster". Allegedly it boosts the signal from the ariel. Having just installed a freeview box I have been advised to change my ariel. Would this gadget have the same efect? I am getting a reasonable signal now but it could do with improving.
Any advice would be gratefully accepted.

[vehelpfulguy]

A booster will boost the signal, but if you are getting a poor signal in the first place you are just boosting a poor signal.

There is no subtitute for a new good digital aerial for picking up Freeview.

I had a new aerial fitted about 6 months ago and was amazed at the quality of the signal after doing that.

A new aerial will last you for years so bite the bullet and go for it.