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Rainy day? Better broadband really does save the day

When the rain pours and everyone’s indoors, strong broadband keeps video calls, streaming, gaming and smart homes running without a hitch

28th August 2025
Tips & Guides Home Broadband

When it’s tipping it down and everyone’s indoors, the internet gets a proper workout. The telly’s on, someone’s on a video call, the kids are gaming, and the doorbell camera pings when a parcel finally turns up. In more rural communities where mobile signal can be patchy and homes have thick walls, solid broadband and strong whole home Wi-Fi make all the difference. 

The top 10 ways better broadband saves a rainy day 

  1. Clear video calls for work and family 
    No more “You’ve frozen!” - even when someone else is streaming. 
    Tip: If you can, plug your work laptop into the router with a short Ethernet cable.  

  2. Streaming with no buffering 
    Movie night in 4K while the kids watch something else in the kitchen? Easy with a faster, more reliable line. 
    Tip: If the TV is near the router, wire it in. Frees up Wi-Fi for everything else. 

  3. Phone calls that don’t drop 
    When mobile signal dips indoors, Wi-Fi calling keeps you connected. 
    Tip: Switch on Wi-Fi calling in your phone settings (it’s quick). 

  4. Homework without hiccups 
    School portals and video lessons stay smooth, so no Sunday night panic. 
    Tip: Keep a quiet “study corner” of Wi-Fi, some routers let you prioritise certain devices. 

  5. Gaming without lag 
    A decent connection cuts the stutters that ruin online matches. 
    Tip: Consoles love Ethernet. If you can run a cable, do. 

  6. Online GP that just works 
    Stay dry and still make your appointment, with clear video and audio. 
    Tip: Pause big downloads/updates during the call. 

  7. Smart home that actually helps 
    Doorbells, security cameras and heating controls need steady Wi-Fi. 
    Tip: For bigger or older homes, a smart Wi-Fi solution spreads signal into awkward rooms, lofts and extensions. 

  8. Files sync fast for home businesses 
    Whether it’s work calls, paperwork, or cloud files and backups won’t crawl. 
    Tip: Let backups run overnight so your daytime jobs keep up without interruption. 

  9. Keep in touch with deliveries and neighbours 
    Video doorbells and community groups stay responsive, so you don’t miss the parcel you’ve waited all week for.
    Tip: Check the app’s notification permissions so alerts come through instantly.

  10. Garden office and outbuildings online
    Mesh Wi-Fi or wired access points keep the shed, barn conversion or garden office connected—rain or shine.
    Tip: If it’s a fair distance from the house, run an outdoor-grade Ethernet cable to the outbuilding and plug in a weather-proof Wi-Fi access point for a strong, stable signal.

Make your Wi-Fi go further

  • Put the router in the open. Central, up off the floor, not buried in a cupboard or behind the TV. 

  • Add mesh Wi-Fi where needed. Great for thick stone walls, barn conversions and garden offices. 

  • Wire the big stuff. TV, console and desktop on Ethernet = more Wi-Fi for phones and tablets. 

  • Check your speeds room by room. Stand where you actually use the internet and run a quick test. Fix dead spots by the router, adding a mesh, or using Ethernet/powerline.

  • Consider full fibre. Where available, fibre all the way to your home is steadier and faster than old copper lines. 

The bottom line 

In the countryside, a rainy day doesn’t have to mean spinning wheels and dropped calls. Better broadband keeps the whole house happy, from the kitchen to the garden office, and all the rooms in between. 

Ready to feel the difference? 

Check what’s available at your postcode, and if you’ve got awkward rooms or outbuildings, ask about mesh Wi-Fi. We’ll help you get it right first time.