When choosing a system for a house or business property, one of the first questions is simple: how many cameras? As a general guide, average households run 2–6 cameras, while commercial enterprises typically need 16–64, with the exact number driven by property size and what you’re protecting.
Indoor security cameras
Indoor systems monitor activity inside your home (pets, family or caretakers) from wherever you are, and recorded film can be used as proof in case of theft or intrusion. Two-way audio lets you communicate through the camera as well.
Outdoor security cameras
Outdoor cameras deter criminal activity through sheer visibility. They watch for unusual noise or movement outside your home late at night and keep an eye on packages and vehicles in the driveway.
A useful placement checklist
- 1 doorbell camera
- 2 cameras covering front and back yards
- 1 front gate camera
- 3 exterior cameras (one per remaining side)
- Hallway cameras for interior coverage
- Cameras for children’s rooms if desired
- Coverage for valuables or safe rooms
Deciding what’s right for you
It comes down to priorities: deterring outdoor theft calls for more exterior cameras; monitoring indoor activity calls for more interior ones. Larger properties and those holding valuables need more coverage. The fastest way to get it right is a free onsite assessment. We’ll map your property and recommend the exact count and placement.
