Changing the channel of your wi-fi router can often be one of the most effective fixes for wi-fi problems that you are experiencing.

When helping to fix wifi problems in London offices, we always try to get at least five channels away from the source of interference. So we use channels 1 and 11 quite a lot, but look for the clearest channels on the spectrum (difficult in a built-up area!).

Your cordless telephones, microwaves and wireless games console controllers can often be a large problem too, and most tend to interfere with channel 11 of your wi-fi router. The telephone solution here is to use a DECT 6.0 phone which works at 1.9GHz frequency, far enough away from the likely 2.4GHz your wifi works on.

Your wi-fi router may not be pretty, but don’t hide it away in the corner of your office or your shop. The ideal placement is centrally, high up. Make the router a feature of your home, or install between the floors or in the attic for the strongest possible signal.

If you’re looking for more wi-fi help in London, Surrey and Hampshire offices, please feel free to give us a call and we can assist with some free consultation.