Many homeowners install CCTV cameras to protect their homes or offices. Choosing the right locations for placing CCTV cameras is very important. Some homeowners install such cameras in outdoor areas of their home to protect their premises, garage, vehicles, and more. When installing video surveillance system for outdoors, one needs to make sure that each and every corner of the area is covered with CCTV cameras.
Visible and hidden cameras
When a burglar breaks into your home, he or she would try to search for the cameras around the property. Having cameras installed at expected and obvious locations can help to deter crime, but the cameras can be tampered easily if not installed properly. Having hidden cameras can be useful when the burglar disables the visible cameras. It is advisable to integrate visible and hidden cameras outside the home to safeguard your property and belongings.
Cover the whole area
Position the cameras at different locations, at different angles of the residence. Make sure that the entrance and potential hiding places are covered with CCTV cameras. You can install CCTV cameras at multiple locations so that whole area is covered.
The higher the better
If security cameras are located at arm’s reach, the burglar may destroy it easily. Burglars can also paint the lenses or spray some chemical on it or even cut the wires to disable the videos. It is advisable to install cameras at the highest possible locations so that robbers can’t reach it easily.
Motion sensors
You can install motion sensors for enhancing outdoor security of your home when it is dark. Night vision lenses and motion detectors can detect the robbers trying to break inside your home at night. Some motion detectors automatically switch on the lights when the detector senses movement. You can install such cameras at front and back entrances so that intruders can be prevented. Even when there’s no one present at home, the neighbors and passerby will be alert as the light will be activated. Residents would know that the neighborhood is in danger and thefts and criminal activities can be prevented.