Why Is My Home Wi-Fi So Slow? 5 Fixes That Actually Work

Intro:If your home Wi-Fi feels like it’s stuck in slow motion—videos buffering, websites crawling, or Zoom calls freezing—you're not alone. Slow internet is one of the most common tech frustrations we hear from LoriTech customers. The good news? In many cases, you don’t need to replace your internet plan or switch providers. The problem often lies within your home network setup.

Here are five proven fixes we recommend that can speed up your Wi-Fi and restore your sanity—plus how LoriTech can help if you need a hand.

1. Reposition Your Router

Wi-Fi signal strength drops off with distance, walls, and interference. If your router is buried behind a TV or tucked in a corner, it’s time for a change.

Fix: Move it to a central, elevated location away from metal or thick walls.Pro Tip: Avoid putting routers near microwaves or cordless phones.

Need help? LoriTech can do a full Wi-Fi heatmap of your home to find the best spot.

2. Upgrade Your Router

Using the router that came with your internet package? It might be outdated or underpowered for today’s streaming, gaming, and smart devices.

Fix: Upgrade to a modern router that supports Wi-Fi 6 (or at least Wi-Fi 5). Dual-band or tri-band routers can manage more devices more efficiently.

LoriTech offers router installation and setup tailored to your home's size and needs.

3. Fix Wi-Fi Dead Zones with Mesh Networks

Large homes or multi-story buildings often suffer from dead zones—bedrooms, basements, or offices where the signal just won’t reach.

Fix: Add a mesh Wi-Fi system, which uses multiple nodes to spread a strong signal evenly throughout your home.

Our team installs and configures mesh systems like Eero, Google Nest, and others for seamless whole-home coverage.

4. Eliminate Bandwidth Hogs

Sometimes your slow Wi-Fi isn’t the router—it’s what’s connected to it. Streaming in 4K, large game downloads, or even cloud backups can suck up your bandwidth.

Fix: Limit heavy-use devices during peak times or set up Quality of Service (QoS) rules in your router to prioritize what matters (like Zoom calls over Xbox downloads).

Not sure how to configure this? LoriTech’s in-home service includes custom router settings.

5. Check for Interference or Malware

Slow speeds can also come from interference with neighbors’ Wi-Fi or hidden malware on a device eating up bandwidth.

Fix: Change your Wi-Fi channel if you live in a crowded area. Also, run a malware scan on all devices connected to your network.

We can audit your home network to ensure it's not being hijacked or overloaded.

Wrap-Up: Don’t Settle for Sluggish Internet

You deserve fast, reliable Wi-Fi—whether you're working from home, gaming, or just streaming a movie without buffering. If you’ve tried these fixes and you're still struggling, that’s where we come in.

Let LoriTech’s in-home tech experts diagnose and optimize your network. We bring professional-grade tools, no confusing tech talk, and solutions that actually work.

📞 Ready to fix your Wi-Fi for good? Contact LoriTech today or schedule a service call.