CCTV Systems for Rental Properties

If you own a rental property, you know that high-quality security is high on the list of most-wanted features with many renters. Not too many years ago, only the priciest apartment complexes could afford CCTV systems for security. Technology has brought the price and accessibility of CCTV systems well within the range of most property owners. A good CCTV security system can provide the safety and security your tenants deserve. If you’ve never considered installing a CCTV camera and security system for your building, consider important uses and benefits.

Front Door Surveillance Camera

A surveillance camera at the entry can record the comings and goings into your rental property. This provides security for your tenants and a record of visitors to your property for you. If you connect the CCTV camera to a security system, you can even provide the capability for your tenants to see who is ringing their doorbell before unlocking the door – an important security feature.

Parking Lot Security Camera

If you provide parking for your tenants, a security camera overlooking the parking lot can help you avoid legal issues if one of their vehicles is damaged or stolen on your premises. In addition, you’ll be providing a safer parking lot for your tenants who can rest secure in the knowledge that there is surveillance on their cars.

Safety Cameras in Remote Areas

A CCTV camera can also provide a sense of security in remote areas of the building for your tenants. If you provide laundry facilities in the basement, for example, the presence of a working security camera can discourage predators and make the building safer for all of your tenants – and provide legal protection for you if something untoward should happen.

CCTV Systems Can Reduce Your Insurance Bills

Insurance companies set their premiums based on the amount of risk your property presents. When you proactively provide security for your tenants, many insurance companies will reduce your premiums because you are reducing the risks associated with your building. A good quality CCTV security system can practically pay for itself in reduced insurance premiums over the course of a couple of years.

CCTV systems provide many benefits and advantages for the owners of small rental properties. When you install a security camera and monitoring system, your tenants will be safer, your property will be worth more and your premiums will be cheaper. It’s a win-win situation for you and your tenants – and with the affordable options available today, nearly any property owner can afford it.