Whether it's the new car on the driveway, items in the garage, or simply wanting to know what's happening around your property, more homeowners are turning to CCTV as their primary line of home security. Modern systems can be installed around the outside of the house, inside the home, even discreetly into outdoor light fittings.
Crime prevention
The most obvious benefit of CCTV is crime prevention. When cameras are positioned in strategic areas around the property — entry points, garage, garden — you enhance the visible security signals at the property. The presence of CCTV alone is enough to make many opportunist burglars move on to an easier target.
Affordability
The cost of CCTV installation has come down significantly. Advances in manufacturing and digital camera technology mean a quality system that would have cost thousands a decade ago is now within reach of most homeowners. You don't need a security guard or a dog to feel covered — modern cameras linked to a smartphone app let you monitor your own property from wherever you are.
Instant alerts
When you're asleep or away from the house, you have no idea who might be approaching the property. Modern CCTV integrated with WiFi and smartphone apps means you're the first to know if anyone attempts to enter. You can act on those alerts immediately — calling the police, contacting neighbours, or talking through a two-way camera.
Watching the kids
A camera trained on the garden or driveway lets you keep an eye on children playing outside while you get on with other things in the house. Independence for them, peace of mind for you.
See who's at the door
An outdoor camera on the front door lets you see who's knocking before you answer it. Live feeds on most modern systems mean you know if it's a parcel, a visitor, or someone you'd rather not let in. Combined with a video door entry system, it's a powerful first line of defence.
Protect your car
If you don't have a garage or a private driveway, your car is parked on the road and at risk. CCTV pointing toward the front of your home means the vehicle is monitored — and if something does happen, you have clear footage to give to the police.
Lowers your home insurance
Many home insurers offer reduced premiums for properties with professionally installed CCTV — particularly if combined with a monitored alarm system. Worth checking your policy and getting the installation certificate from your installer if you're going ahead.
What we install
At Innov8, we install Hikvision and Ajax CCTV systems. NSI Silver approved. Every install includes a free site survey, a written quotation, and a walk-through of the system once it's working — so you actually know how to use it. See our CCTV installation page for the full picture, or get in touch for a free assessment.