Router reset to maintain connection

I have had BT infinity for 9 months with few problems and infrequent resets required. The modem was changed by BT about a month ago because they were having problems with it apparently. Since then (maybe coincidence) the hub needs frequent resetting sometimes every hour or so. The internet connection to the main computer is fine but all other laptops and phones lose internet connection between 30 minutes to an hour of the reset. There are 4 phones using it plus 4 laptops. Although phones may be used together it is very rare for all the laptops to be used together - if ever. The problem has been getting worse over the last week and the wireless connection is only restored by a reset. It will not do it by itself and all the lights on the hub are blue as if it is working satisfactorily.There is an orange flashing light at the back of the modem but I'm not sure whether that has always been there. I am extremely ignorant in these matters but have 3 grumpy teenagers who want their wifi back and would appreciate some help!!

Hi folks,
You shouldn't have to reset your Homehub to get the wireless connection back. Take a look at the links below and see whether they help at all:
How do I change the wireless channel on my BT Home Hub?
http://bt.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/14094
What can I do to reduce wireless interference?
http://bt.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11633
Tips on improving wireless (Wi-Fi) performance
http://bt.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/13598
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