Not all of your local channels will be available with your new satellite
program. You may trade these local channels which do not provide satellite
signals, although this situation is becoming rare. Research what local channels
the satellite company does carry.
Signal Fades During Rain/snow
Every time, without fail, my satellite goes out during rain or other kinds
of heavy weather involving clouds (snow, ice). Because cable is generally
underground, it is not affected by atmospheric weather. If you live in an area
with lots of violent weather, satellite is not for you. If you depend on your
television for emergency reports, then satellite is not for you.
More Expensive Overall
Prices on installation and equipment have declined in recent years, but the
fact still remains that cable television generally requires no equipment or
installation fees. Per channel, cable is more expensive, but satellite packages
are generally very large, and therefore a 400 channel package could be the same
cost as your old cable package.