Apt question....

[sno543]

I am renting an apt and the patio faces south. Does anyone know if this will work for DirectTv or not. What is the best way to figure out if I will be able to pick up a good signal before they come out and tell me more. Thanks.

 

[raoul5788]

In CA you need a southeast view. Go here and put in your address, it will give you a good idea of the line of sight necessary.
Satellite Finder / Dish Pointing Calculator with Google Maps | DishPointer.com

 

[charper1]

I good $12 compass will do as well

 

[mini1]

Use Dishpointer or if you have an iphone buy the dishpointer app. This is the quickest and cheapest way to find out. If it is borderline, call up your local installer and have them do a site survey where they bring a dish and a meter to make 100% determination.