You don’t have to live in a high-crime area to want to protect your home with the latest home security equipment. There are lots of compelling reasons to install security cameras and other security equipment in your home. But now it comes to actually buying and installing those cameras. If you’re stuck at this point, we’ve got some tips to help you effectively install security cameras in and around your home.

How many security cameras do I need?

The number of security cameras you need will depend on a number of factors, such as the size of your home and your purpose for having them. If you’re looking to deter burglars and capture their movements in the case of a break-in, then two or three outdoor cameras could do the trick.

Other families may also want cameras indoors to monitor valuables, young children, or their pets. Cameras tracking activity indoors can also provide additional evidence if someone breaks in and steals your belongings or damages your property. In this case, the number of cameras you need will depend on how many rooms in your home you want to monitor, in addition to the outdoor cameras.

Where should I place home security cameras?

Of course, you can place indoor cameras in any room you’d like. Other than this, here are some of the key areas installing a security camera could be useful:

• Front door and back door – As these are the main points of entry, it helps to keep them monitored. If a burglar is casing your house, they are likely to be put off if they see a camera over your front door.
• Back yard – Monitoring the back yard and along the sides of your house also helps you see if anyone is lurking around at night. This could reveal that someone is monitoring your home to see if it’s suitable to break into.
• Garage – If you keep your car or other valuables in your garage, then it’s also sensible to install a camera over the garage door and perhaps one inside, too.
• Inside points of entry – Cameras placed inside the front and back door, and perhaps ground floor windows or patios, will record someone’s activity if they do break into your home.

If you want to improve your in-home security system around Greensboro, Winston Salem, and Kernersville, then contact Carolina Alarm for expert support and installation. We can help you choose the right security cameras for your home and make sure you have proper security monitoring in place.