The Best Broadband Plans in Bangor

While you get settled in Bangor there are some local numbers that are helpful to remember. We made a list of these numbers below, and suggest you keep these numbers saved should you need them in case you run into an emergency situation.

There are few circumstances where you can leave your broadband provider without paying an exit fee, but we have created a short list of these exceptions below:

• Complaint - You have a complaint with your current supplier that cannot be fixed, and the Ombudsman have sided with you.
• Increased rates - Your provider has increased their rates during your contracted period, most broadband contracts have a stipulation that you can leave without paying an exit fee if this happens.
• Missold - If you are missold a service or item by your current provider, they will confirm your complaint by comparing it to the audio of your sales call, but if you are billed for a service you did not request you can terminate your contract free of charge.
• Cooling period - If you are still within the 14 day cooling period when you first sign the contract.
• Slower than promised - If your broadband speed is slower than what was quoted in the contract and is not fixable (Only if provider is a member of Ofcom's voluntary code)

Now that you live in Bangor you'll have to set up internet in your home so that you don't have to stress about being disconnect from the rest of the world. While this may be a stressful experience for those that haven't done it before, we are happy to help and walk you through the process of getting connected as soon as possible. Typically, before you move you've already picked out your new supplier around 30 days before you move in, giving your provider enough time to make the necessary preparations for your arrival.

When you arrive you might be faced with an option of either paying a hefty installation fee or setting up your broadband on your own. This unfortunate situations leaves many people overwhelmed and they feel forced to pay the set-up fee, but that does not need to be the case! We know that those expensive fees add up quickly and sometimes can force you to spend more than you want to, for this exact reason we have broken down a step by step process of how to connect your home broadband system below:

• Connect your modem - Find a central location of the property in close proximity to an outlet and as necessary a phone jack or a cable outlet. Your modem will receive the internet through either the phone jack if it is a DSL broadband system, and if it is a cable broadband system it will use a coaxial cable.
• Power up your modem - Now that it is all plugged in, your modem will take about a minute or to power up. It's important to be patient as it may take some time for all the lights to come on.
• Connect your router: While your modem is connected to the internet, you'll need a router to create wireless access. Once plugged in, you can connect the router to the modem by using an ethernet cable.
• Test internet connection - Now that your modem and router are connected your wifi should be available. Once you join the network with the provided login information try to search the web on a few different devices from a few locations in the house. This is important because some providers will include free signal extenders if your broadband doesn't cover the entire property.
• Set up the network's security - On the back of your modem you can find the modem's admin IP address, once you spot it you'll have to copy it into your URL. Common admin IP address for generic modems are 192.168.0.1 and 192.168.1.1. Once you enter this, it should prompt you to log in using the default password listed on your modem and change the settings to ensure the network is secure.
• Personalize your network - Once you have changed the admin login information for your network you will also be able to change the network's name and its password. When creating your new network name and password avoid using special characters and personal information such as names or your address as you are better off keeping that information private.
• Record all your login information - Now that your broadband is all set up and personalize be sure to write down or record all the information in case you forget or just have guests and want to share the login information efficiently

When you make the switch to a new broadband provider in Bangor, there is actually very little work that needs to be done by you during the actual process of switching. Your new provider will largely take care of everything, including canceling the contract you had in place with your previous supplier if necessary, saving you an awkward call with their customer service.

However, before you actually go online and sign up with your next supplier there is some key information that will be very important as you decide which new broadband provider you want. This information is as follows:

• What services you want -
  Many broadband providers offer bundle packages that include services such as TV, landlines and even mobile phones in addition to their broadband. If you know that you want to have a landline or a premium channel package for your TV, it is in your best interest to explore which broadband providers in Bangor offer any bundles that include all the services you would like.
• Your current contract -
  Your current broadband contract will give you insight as to your current broadband plans so you can make an informed decision about what kind of plan you want to have with your next supplier, and it will also give you insights as to how much you may have to pay in early exit fees should you be in the middle of an active contract.
• Your broadband needs -
  This information is a bit more general but it is crucial for finding the right plan for you, basic information like the amount of people that plan on using the network, what kind of devices are going to be connected or what are you using your broadband for. If you are simply scrolling social media and streaming netflix you may not need as large a broadband plan as someone working from home or playing video games online.
• Your new address in Bangor-
  This information is crucial as it will tell you specifically which suppliers are available to your new address, this will include your street address as well as your zip code. The zip code will tell you what suppliers are available in the area, and your street address will tell you more specifically what types broadband plans are currently available for your home be it full fibre or only ADSL (more on this means below).

While it is possible to retain the same broadband provider now that you've moved to Bangor, it will really depend on your current provider coverage. If your current provider does not service Bangor then it's automatically impossible for you to keep the same provider.

We recommend you notify your provider of your planned move at minimum 30 days before the moving date, this will ensure that your broadband has been transferred to the new property if possible or that the contract is canceled after your departure. With this in mind, if you are forced to cancel your contract you might be asked to pay an early exit fee. These fees tend to get less expensive as the end date of the contract gets closer.

Contacting your current provider at least 30 days ahead of time will ensure that your broadband connection will be ready by the time you move in.

Before your moving date there are several contacts that you should reach out to so that you can change your contact information to your new address in Bangor. To save you some time we prepared a short list of who you should contact below: Make sure you notify these providers about your move

Updating your personal information will be important to avoid complications such as valuable documents or parcels being sent to the wrong address incidentally. In addition to reaching out to all the parties listed above about your move we also suggest you set up all post to your previous address to be forwarded to your new address in Bangor. This can typically be done with one quick trip to the local post office.

The average ping or latency for homes in Bangor will ultimately depend on which broadband network you sign with. The way that ping, or latency, works is that it refers to the amount of time taken for information to travel from your device to the server and then back to your device. The most straightforward impact of how a high ping could impact your home is that videos would need to buffer for long periods of time while playing a video, or if you are playing online games you may have trouble connecting to the game's server.

To provide you with some insight, we have listed the average ping of the UK's top mobile broadband providers below.

Within Bangor there are a number of broadband providers that might sound quite familiar. These are among the largest broadband providers in the UK and offer some of the most popular services in Bangor: These providers include:

However, just because these are the most popular broadband providers in the area, does not mean that you need to sign with them. In fact, there are several other broadband providers available in Bangor that could be a better option for you. If you are interested in hearing which providers in Bangor best line up with your needs like cost, speed or reliability then you can give our broadband experts a call today! Our team will take the time to provide you with an accurate comparison of the broadband market based on your own needs and can even handle your switch when we find the right provider for you!

Of course, you can! There are a number of broadband providers in Bangor that have bundles aimed to cover your every need, ranging from the niche sport channels all the way to unlimited mobile broadband for the whole family. It's just a matter of finding the right bundle for you so that you don't end up paying for more than you need.

This will depend on whether or not you are currently in a contract with your current broadband provider, if you are then you may have to wait for the contract to expire in order to be able to switch broadband providers for free. If you are not in a contract, or if you contract has no early-exit fees, then you can leave your current broadband provider at any time you want.

Mobile broadband connection can shift greatly based on location, sometimes there are a number of variables such as weather that impact your mobile connection but sometimes it could be things as simple as tall buildings or trees that disrupt the signals path. In essence, you may find that your mobile broadband works exceptionally in one part of Bangor terribly in another, unfortunately this is just the limit of your current mobile broadband provider. If you are fed up with it though, you can call our experts who may be able to help!