Top Reasons to Buy CCTV Cameras

If you’ve been considering buying a CCTV surveillance system but aren’t quite convinced, consider these top reasons for buying a CCTV camera and security system.

Economy

The price of CCTV systems have come down in prices astronomically and continue to do so. The demand for security camera systems has increased, drawing in more businesses to compete on the marketplace and driving development. The costs for producing the CCD sensor which is the “eye” of the surveillance camera system have dropped, bringing the price of the cameras and systems down along with them. Today, you can easily purchase a good security camera for $100 or less, or a complete CCTV system for as little as $300.

Evidence

Homeowners and small business owners benefit greatly from security camera systems, which can provide evidence to assist police in solving crimes. Security camera footage can provide the final link to ensure prosecution and conviction of burglars, vandals and thieves. More importantly, a surveillance camera that’s part of a security system allows you to keep watch on your premises even when you’re not there. This can be an important part of discovering theft among employees or customers, or letting you check in on your nanny or babysitter when you’re not there to watch who they interact with your children.

Monitoring

In addition to monitoring your property or home, you can use a security camera to help monitor the area around your home. By mounting a surveillance camera on your garage or a high place on your house or another structure, you can keep your eye on any possible intrusions and head off problems before they happen. For small businesses and neighborhood associations, CCTV monitoring can help with security for the entire neighborhood.

Internet and SmartPhone Access

The latest CCTV security systems allow you to watch your cameras from your iPhone, SmartPhone, iPad or any computer with an Internet connection. The availability of apps that connect to your security camera and DVR makes it easier than ever to keep an eye on things at home. While most people focus on the crime prevention aspect of this, there are other uses as well – checking in on children at home while you’re working, for example, or monitoring a sensitive project, like your cat’s pregnancy.

The low cost of security cameras and CCTV surveillance systems makes it easier than ever for home and business owners to keep an eye on things happening on their property. Take advantage of the new technology to keep your family safe and secure.