I have Direct TV, since the summer, and the only time i had a problem was during a really bad thunderstorn with high wind this summer. was cutting in and out during it. Besides that, minor rain, snow (like we had here in boston last night) and anything else doest hurt it. I love direct tv by the way. And im the same way with the payperviews, as i would be mad if i didnt order and something big happened.