Security cameras are one of the best ways to deter burglars. If your home is broken into, a CCTV system can capture the footage and protect your family.
That protection is more important than ever. A recent report from the ABS showed that there are 180,000+ home break-ins every year. A professionally designed security system can reduce your risk and provide peace of mind, even when you’re away from home.
In this article, we’ll discuss where security camera should be placed around the home, and we consider when designing a CCTV system.
Where to Place Security Cameras Around the Home
Indoor Security Camera Placements
Security cameras can be placed inside your home to protect valuables and capture footage of any uninvited guests. Here are some suggestions on security camera installation placement:
Cameras should have good visibility on entry and exit points (this includes entry/exit doors, doors into your garage, and large windows). The entry point should be positioned in the middle of the camera’s field of view.
Ground floor windows are vulnerable. While you don’t need to cover every window, cameras should be able to see any large windows that could be used to carry items like televisions.
Vehicles are often the target of theft. In most cases, thieves will attempt to break in and steal the vehicle’s keys. Place cameras inside your garage to capture footage of anyone entering or exiting a vehicle.
Cameras should record high-traffic areas, like the hallways between bedrooms and different parts of the house. Other high traffic areas include foyers, kitchens, living rooms and the master suite.
Position cameras so they can see valuable assets, or rooms that contain valuable assets. For example, security cameras should protect your home office because it contains high-value computer equipment.
This is not an exhaustive list. Cameras can be placed anywhere that’s vulnerable, or in positions that are most likely to deter burglars from entering your home.
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Outdoor Security Camera Placements
Cameras can also be installed outside your home to capture footage of people coming and going from your property. Outdoor security cameras should be positioned at:
Cameras should be placed so that they can see the faces of anyone coming and going from your property and the buildings on your property.
One camera should be placed so that it can record the make, model and registration number of any vehicle in your driveway.
Your camera system should reduce the number of hiding places for intruders. It’s important to cover areas that can’t be seen by someone inside the home, or by someone who is looking into the property from the street. Low visibility areas include the space down the side of your home and dense gardens.
Your camera system should reduce the number of hiding places for intruders. It’s important to cover areas that can’t be seen by someone inside the home, or by someone who is looking into the property from the street. Low visibility areas include the space down the side of your home and dense gardens.
Outdoor security cameras are an excellent deterrent. Some of your exterior cameras should be positioned so that they’re obvious to anyone entering the property.
If you can deter an intruder before they even make it to your front door, the security system has done its job!
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Things to Consider When Designing a Security Camera System
Security camera systems need to be tailored to your property. The exact placement of cameras depends on your floorplan, but we’ll also consider factors like:
Last Updated on December 20, 2024
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Dylan Dawson is the co-owner of Dawson Electric, a trusted Brisbane electrical company founded in 2007. With more than 15 years of experience, Dylan specialises in residential and commercial electrical services. He is passionate about educating clients on electrical systems, safety protocols, and energy-saving solutions.