Top 5 Best Places to Install Security Cameras in Your Home

Have you or your family ever felt danger in your home?

Not all homes are safe these days. Although the crime rate in the Philippines has slowed down, its significant numbers are still an indication to be cautious at all times. So, it would be ideal to install security cameras in your home, even if you live in an affordable house and lot.

However, choosing the right closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras is quite challenging. There are many brand names and models in the marketplace. There are also featured specifications and functions of every model, and not all of them suit your needs. Therefore, you need to consider the following:

• Lens

Size lenses are easy to understand and are based on millimeters (mm). You can get broader coverage if you opt for smaller lenses. So, if you choose a CCTV with a 2.8mm lens, you can view the general activity of your outdoor area, for example.

Once you find the right size lens, you need to determine if you wish to have a fixed or varifocal lens. A fixed lens is the most common and standard CCTV feature, which gives a broader view of an activity area. Meanwhile, varifocal has zoom and adjustment features. You can zoom in or adjust the range to capture a specific activity.

• Sensor Capability

Home security cameras have different sensor capabilities as well. Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) and Charged Couple Device (CCD) are the most common. Security cameras with CMOS require less power than CCD, and most of all, it is affordable. But, it also requires more signals to process clearer images for the sensor to detect. On the other hand, CCTVs with CCD features produce clearer images, making it easier for the sensor to function effectively.  

• Output Resolution

Similar to digital cameras, home security cameras also differ in output resolution. CCTVs with HD features are highly recommended if you want the best output resolution. CCTVs with HD 1080p are sufficient for homes and outdoor areas to view quality images. But, opt for outdoor cameras with higher resolutions for sensitive locations requiring higher security.

3 Key Benefits of Home Security Camera Placement

Whether you want your family's safety or to create a smart home setup, installing security cameras has numerous benefits. The key benefits are:

1. Peace of Mind

The main benefit, of course, is having peace of mind, knowing your family and home are safe and secure. It’s an investment that money can’t control. It helps deter possible crimes, such as robbery, assault, and burglary.

2. Monitoring for Babies, Elderlies, or Pets

CCTVs also help you monitor your baby, elderly, and pets, especially when you are doing multitasks. As parents, you need to work, do household chores, and rest. With visible security cameras, you can simply look into your monitoring screen to check their statuses.

3. Contactless Interaction

If you are tired or annoyed answering deliveries and strangers passing by, having home security cameras are essential. You can interact without actually in physical contact with them. Some CCTVs have two-way conversation features.

Where To Place CCTV Camera In Homes?

You don't just install security cameras anywhere. Or else, you might not get the feed you wanted to see. So, make sure you consider these five (5) best places to install CCTVs in your home.

Front Doors and Main Entrances

A camera placed at front doors and main entrances enables you to see who’s going in and out of your home. It is also commonplace for criminal offenders to begin to strike. This place will be where your primary camera is installed. 

Driveway or Garage Area

Driveway or garage areas are the best places to store valuable things, such as bicycles, scooters, car equipment tools, and your car. Hence, it is the most attractive place for the robbers to intrude. By placing outdoor CCTV cameras at its entryways outside, you will be able to see the general activity.

Backyard or Outdoor Area

The outdoor area of your home is where your family, specifically children, and pets, play. But, it is also a possible route for trespassers. So, make sure to capture the outdoor view and install security cameras. 

Hallway or Stairways

Incidents usually happen in the hallway and stairways. A family member may trip, fall or collapse due to circumstances or illness. Thus, a home security camera placement in the main thoroughfares in your homes is also critical to see undetected activity.

Common Areas

The living room and kitchen are important places for suspicious activity and untoward incidents. Placing cameras in these gathering areas can help you see the entire movement and possible threats, if there are any.  

Important Notes:

Security camera placement can be beneficial for you. Even so, you must also consider privacy, not only for you but for your neighbors. Hence, place cameras that only capture within your vicinity.

For outdoor camera placement, install it 8-10 feet from the ground to capture the finest activity details. It is your sole discretion if you want cameras to be hidden or visible. Protect cameras from the sun or rain as it may damage their functionality.

For indoor camera placement, install a camera on corners and keep away from windows to avoid reflection issues. Also, avoid pointing your cameras to light sources to preserve the image quality.

Feel Safer at Lumina Homes

CCTVs cameras may be an essential device for your family’s safety. Living in a safer and more secure community is a better idea in choosing a house and lot in the Philippines. If you want your family feels safer, choose Lumina Homes. It is not just an affordable house and lot for sale; you don’t have to spend much money on CCTV camera installation. 

At Lumina Homes, we make sure the entire neighborhood is well-guarded. Starting from the village's main entrance, we have security guards to filter visitors, especially non-residents. Plus, the community has 24/7 roving guards to monitor all the activities within Lumina Homes.

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