Professional Surveillance

Setting up a surveillance system is often harder than it looks. Even though some camera manufacturers say it's "easy," there is more to it than simply getting a camera connected and transmitting images. If your surveillance system has more complexity than just a camera, the hidden difficulty is compounded. Because of this, it's actually a good idea to let experts on security system installation either advise you or take care of the entire process.

Camera setup is made difficult because of the possibility of blind spots. Anything in a "blind" area is not seen by the camera, and this gives opportunities to those who wish to do bad things. Thieves soon learn about these unwatched areas, and use them to hide shoplifted goods, wait for people in ambush, and more. Therefore, one of the things that professional surveillance people do is make sure that there are no such locations in or around your establishment.

Another issue that experts on security system installation warn about is the possibility of the system being shut off or otherwise thwarted. Wired systems are far more prone to this problem because all it takes to cut a wire is a pair of snips. Therefore, they will advise the use of IP cameras, which transmit without the need for a wire. If there's a chance of a power line being cut too, a solar IP camera is recommended.

IP cameras can be mounted out of range of easy attempts to remove the camera itself. However, some people may be dismayed to find that often, anyone with an internet connection can see whatever the camera sees. This happens because those who are not professional surveillance installers often leave the default password unchanged, or worse, have no password at all. Professionals should be sure that the password is changed before they leave an installation job.

Finally, there is the matter of exactly what is needed for a security system. Pros who are looking out for your needs, rather than simply trying to sell as many components as possible, will only recommend aspects that you normally will require. If you run a store or venue where it's important to screen for sickness, a pro will recommend a camera that also senses temperatures. However, if you're only watching over the entrance to a storage area, expanded capabilities like this typically are not needed. Consulting with a trustworthy pro will prevent both over- and underbuying.

As you can see, consulting with professional surveillance experts can prevent avoidable errors and save you money. Call us today to learn more.