4 Optimal Locations for Installing Your Home Security Cameras

On our blog, we’ve discussed the benefits of incorporating home security cameras into your St. Augustine, FL, surveillance and security system. Not only can security cameras help deter crime by their visible presence, but they help you keep watch over every aspect of your property with the aid of your smart device – be it a tablet, smartphone, your TV, or a touch panel installed in your home.

At Alpha Dog, we pride ourselves on our extensive knowledge of the security industry and are continually researching the latest technologies and trends. According to the FBI, more than $12 billion of property is stolen each year, but a well-placed camera can help you both deter crime and identify thieves if a burglary occurs.

Keep reading to learn four important locations on the perimeter of your home where you can install security cameras.

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1. Front Door

Front door security cameras serve multiple purposes. St. Augustine-area homeowners can evolve beyond the traditional peep-hole interaction – there’s no need to get up from your favorite spot on the couch to peep outside and see who knocked at your door. Plus, with a video doorbell camera, you can interact with whoever is at your door via your smart device! You will even receive push notifications on your phone if motion is sensed on your doorstep, so whether you’re at home or away, you can tell if it’s a human, animal, or passing car in front of your entryway.

2. First-Floor Windows

The Bureau of Justice Statistics collects data on property crimes and found approximately 81% of burglars enter through the first floor of a building. Placement around nine feet above ground will give you a high vantage point, and aiming the cameras towards windows will allow you to see any thieves trying to make their way into your home via a first-story window. Often, vandals will target windows that are not visible from the main road, so be sure to take that into consideration when it comes to your home security camera placement.

3. Back Door

Similar to burglars’ reasoning for targeting windows that aren’t visible from the main road, targeting back doors allows them to enter your home with less likelihood of being seen by neighbors or passersby. You can place cameras indoors and pointed toward the foyer area. You can also place cameras outside; just be sure that all outdoor cameras are weatherized appropriately to withstand the harsh sun and heat for which Florida is well-known. Also, be sure that all cameras you install at entry points have wide dynamic range (WDR) to appropriately capture footage with as much detail as possible.

4. Garage

While not targeted nearly as much as street-level windows, back entries, or front doors, the garage and driveway are excellent areas for your home security cameras. Attached garages serve as an additional entry point into your main home, while both detached and attached garages house prized possessions such as memorabilia or vehicles.

At Alpha Dog, we conduct an extensive security and safety needs assessment with our clients to ensure we design a surveillance system that meets your needs and will last well into the future for years to come. Contact us today using the message box at the bottom of your screen or call 1-904-ALPHA95.