Choosing a home security system leaves you with a lot to consider. One of the first questions you need to ask yourself is how many cameras do I need? While most Tamworth homes need between 2 and 6 security cameras, this can vary significantly depending on the layout and size of your property. While there is no one size fits all solution to the question, here are some important things to keep in mind that can help you narrow down how many security cameras you need for your home.
Understanding Your Home: The First Step
Before deciding the number of security cameras for home you need, it's essential to understand the layout of your house. Creating a layout map of your home and marking these areas can help you figure out where cameras might be most needed.
Firstly, consider all your home’s potential entry points. This includes front doors, back doors, windows and garages. You should also consider any high traffic areas. These are places in your home that see a lot of activity and will benefit from surveillance, such as hallways, living rooms and kitchens.
Other popular areas for security cameras include:
- Front porch
- Driveway
- Front yard
- Backyard
- Side of the house
- Driveways
- Children’s bedrooms
- Rooms with safes
Quality Over Quantity
While it might seem logical to assume that more cameras translate to increased security, this isn't always the case. The quality of your home security system and the strategic placement of your cameras can often provide more effective coverage than a larger number of poorly positioned cameras.
Camera Specifications: High-quality cameras with wide viewing angles and high resolution will cover larger areas more effectively.
Placement: Cameras positioned at optimal locations can cover multiple areas, reducing the number of cameras needed.
By prioritising the quality and placement of your cameras, you can ensure efficient surveillance without unnecessarily increasing the number of cameras.
Indoor vs. Outdoor Security Cameras
Indoor cameras help monitor the activities within your home, which can be particularly useful if you have children, pets or valuable items indoors. Outdoor cameras serve as the first line of defence against potential intruders and help monitor the perimeter of your home.
Depending on your specific concerns and the size of your home, the balance between indoor and outdoor cameras can vary. In most cases, you will have more security cameras outdoors than indoors. Homes with larger yards or grounds will require even more outdoor cameras to ensure sufficient safety and surveillance.
Advanced Security Group: Your Partner in Home Security
At Advanced Security Group, we believe in protecting what is yours. That’s why we are committed to providing tailored security solutions for homes across Australia’s North West and North Coast. Unlike many of our competitors, we have our own locally run, 24-hour monitoring centre based in Tamworth, as well as locally based patrol, operator, technical and administration staff.
Deciding on the number of security cameras for home can be tricky, which is why Advanced Security Group is here to help. We can help you find the right home security system for your home and determine the optimal number (and placement) of indoor and outdoor cameras needed. Call us today and take the first step towards securing your home.
