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08/24/2026

Internet requirements are changing—and changing fast.

I recently overheard a woman at the bank talking about helping her daughter move to the Seattle area because her healthcare administration job required faster, more reliable internet than she could get here—even with some of the best options available around here.

That reminded me of something we see all the time with Starlink installations:

“Just put it there. A few dropouts won’t bother us.”

And maybe they won’t… today.

But then your son or daughter comes home for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or the summer and needs to work remotely. Maybe someone starts day trading, running a business from home, attending video meetings, or doing something else where a dropped connection suddenly matters.

That “good enough” installation may not be good enough anymore.

We can usually make Starlink work in several locations on a property. Our job, however, is to recommend the location and installation method that gives you the best long-term performance and reliability—not simply the cheapest or easiest place to put it today.

Sometimes spending a little more to do it right the first time saves a lot more money, frustration, and limitations later.

Internet is no longer just entertainment. For many people, it determines where they can live, work, and even visit.

When we talk about doing "Custom U Mounts," this is one we did for a Starlink V4 System to go under the eave of a 14-deg...
08/19/2026

When we talk about doing "Custom U Mounts," this is one we did for a Starlink V4 System to go under the eave of a 14-degree sloped roof. It is powder-coated black and can easily support an outdoor access point, security camera, etc. as well.

Find out more at www.lonepinetechnology.com !

Important Update Regarding Starlink Installation EstimatesEffective immediately, Lone Pine Technology is returning to ou...
07/22/2026

Important Update Regarding Starlink Installation Estimates

Effective immediately, Lone Pine Technology is returning to our standard on-site survey requirement before providing a final estimate for a Starlink installation.

You can request an on-site survey here: www.lptllc.com/sss

We previously allowed some customers to waive the on-site survey in an effort to save time and reduce upfront costs. Unfortunately, without seeing the property firsthand, it is not always possible to identify every mounting, cabling, accessibility, or equipment requirement in advance. This has occasionally resulted in misunderstandings when the actual installation required more work or materials than initially anticipated.

To prevent surprises and ensure everyone clearly understands and approves the proposed installation, we are reinstating our complete process:

On-site survey → Installation plan and estimate → Customer approval → Installation

We would rather decline a project than risk disappointing a customer or compromising the quality of our work or risking our ratings and reputation on social media.

Lone Pine Technology has more than 25 years of experience in the satellite industry. We have never had to return to one of our installations because of poor workmanship or an improperly planned installation. Our return visits have been limited to equipment failures, system relocations, or customer-requested changes.

Customers are always free to choose a lower-cost installation option. However, we recommend keeping our number handy as approximately 20% of our work each week now involves relocating, repairing, or improving Starlink systems that were installed by inexperienced or less-qualified installers.

Our process may not always be the cheapest or fastest, but it is designed to provide a safe, reliable, professional installation that is done correctly the first time.

Starlink site surveys, installations, mounts, accessories, and networking services by Lone Pine Technology.

07/20/2026

We offer rentals of both the Starlink Mini Kits & the Starlink Standard Kits! If your existing service is down, or maybe you are having guests coming to town to tour Glacier or hike the Bob, or maybe you are holding an event down by the river or at your favorite lake, hit us up!

A lot of our systems are out right now, but them out here:
https://www.lonepinetechnology.com/starlink-rentals

We offer battery packs, power inverters, magnetic mounts, suction cup mounts, tripods, and other options.

It's not a great idea to let Starlink cable spans between buildings just hang or hold their own weight or sway in the br...
07/20/2026

It's not a great idea to let Starlink cable spans between buildings just hang or hold their own weight or sway in the breeze, so for this installation we used a cable, cable between the home and the garage to properly support the Starlink cable.

We want to share an important update about our service policy.At this time, we are no longer selling networking hardware...
06/19/2026

We want to share an important update about our service policy.

At this time, we are no longer selling networking hardware such as outdoor access points, bridge units, and similar equipment.

To be clear:

We can still install networking equipment that you purchase.
We are still happy to give brand recommendations and share purchase links.
We are just no longer supplying this hardware directly.

This change helps us avoid putting customers in a bad position with today’s inconsistent product quality and manufacturer reliability. In many cases, truly dependable gear requires a higher investment, and we do not want to pass along unnecessary risk or overhead.

For many properties, we strongly recommend considering hardwired infrastructure first, especially Cat6 Ethernet or fiber runs to outbuildings, shops, guest homes, and similar locations. Wired backbones are often the most stable, long-term solution.

If you want help planning the best setup for your property, message us and we’ll be glad to help.

Get in touch with Lone Pine Technology for Starlink services and inquiries.

New post is live: Starlink Battery Backup Guide: Which UPS Should You Buy?If you use Starlink, a battery backup is not j...
06/07/2026

New post is live: Starlink Battery Backup Guide: Which UPS Should You Buy?

If you use Starlink, a battery backup is not just about staying online during outages. It is also about protecting your equipment from brownouts, voltage dips, and surges that can shorten hardware life over time.

In this guide, we break down:

Why UPS protection matters for Starlink systems
Minimum protection vs extended runtime choices
Model-specific recommendations for Standard, Mini, Enterprise, and Performance setups
Practical sizing tips so you can choose the right unit faster

Read it here:
https://www.lonepinetechnology.com/blog/starlink-battery-backup-guide-which-ups-to-buy

If you want help choosing the right backup for your exact setup, message Lone Pine Technology and we will help you size it correctly.

A Starlink battery backup is not only for outages. It helps protect your hardware from brownouts and surges while keeping your internet stable through power events.

Stop Killing your Battery!  This is a game-changer for Starlink Mini users for sure! Battery-backup w/ pass-thru chargin...
06/04/2026

Stop Killing your Battery! This is a game-changer for Starlink Mini users for sure! Battery-backup w/ pass-thru charging! Perfect for short visits, service calls, camping, boating and so much more!

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