Choosing the Perfect Security System for Your Property
Expert guidance on camera selection, placement, and professional installation for maximum protection
Why Most Utah Properties Need 4-5 Cameras
The average Utah home or small business requires strategic camera placement to eliminate blind spots while maximizing coverage. Unlike generic wireless systems, our professional wired installations are tailored to your property's unique layout and security needs.
💡 Pro Tip: Camera count isn't about quantity—it's about strategic placement. A well-placed 4-camera system often provides better coverage than a poorly planned 8-camera setup.
Understanding Camera Types & Viewing Angles
Different cameras serve different purposes. Here's how we match camera types to your specific security needs
Fixed Bullet Cameras
Best for: Long-range viewing of specific areas like driveways, backyards, or parking lots
- 80-100° viewing angle
- Range: 50-100 feet
- Weather-resistant housing
Dome Cameras
Best for: Indoor spaces, retail stores, and areas where discreet monitoring is preferred
- 90-120° wide viewing angle
- Vandal-resistant design
- Less obvious placement
180° Floodlight Cameras
Best for: Large backyard areas, side yards, and perimeter security with built-in lighting
- Ultra-wide 180° coverage
- Built-in motion-activated lights
- Color night vision capability
PTZ Cameras (Pan-Tilt-Zoom)
Best for: Large commercial properties, parking lots, and areas requiring active monitoring
- 360° horizontal, 90° vertical rotation
- Optical zoom capabilities
- Auto-tracking of movement
Video Doorbell Cameras
Best for: Front entry monitoring, package delivery, and visitor identification
- Wide-angle front door coverage
- Two-way audio communication
- Motion-activated recording
Square Turret Cameras
Best for: Versatile indoor/outdoor use with superior image stabilization
- Reduced glare and IR reflection
- Flexible mounting options
- Excellent low-light performance
Exterior Camera Placement Strategy
Proper exterior camera placement is about creating overlapping fields of view that eliminate blind spots while providing clear identification of anyone approaching your property.
Entry Point Coverage
Every door and accessible window should be covered by at least one camera with clear facial recognition capability
Perimeter Security
Use wider-angle cameras to cover large areas like backyards, with overlapping views to track movement across your property
Driveway & Garage
Long-range cameras perfect for monitoring vehicle approach and parking areas with license plate recognition capability
Typical 4-Camera Exterior Coverage
Interior Camera Solutions
While exterior cameras deter and detect, interior cameras provide crucial evidence and monitoring for family safety, childcare, pet monitoring, and business security.
Privacy First Approach
We always discuss privacy considerations and help you place interior cameras in common areas while respecting private spaces like bedrooms and bathrooms.
Common Interior Camera Locations:
Professional Installation Requirements
Why wired systems require professional installation and what to expect during the process
Access Requirements
Attic Access
Required for clean wire runs between floors and to access exterior wall spaces
Crawl Space Access
Needed for basement-level installations and ground-floor camera wiring
Electrical Access
Power outlet near NVR location and circuit breaker panel access
Installation Benefits
No Signal Issues
Wired connections eliminate WiFi dead zones and interference problems
Lifetime Reliability
Professional-grade cables and connections last decades without maintenance
24/7 Recording
Continuous recording without battery changes or charging interruptions
Home vs Business Security Systems
Different security needs require different approaches and camera configurations
Residential Systems
Typical Setup: 4-6 Cameras
Primary Focus:
- Family safety and property protection
- Package delivery monitoring
- Pet and children monitoring
- Vacation home monitoring
Recommended Cameras:
- • Video Doorbell Camera
- • 180° Floodlight Camera (backyard)
- • Bullet Cameras (driveway, side yards)
- • Indoor Dome Camera (common areas)
Business Systems
Typical Setup: 6-12+ Cameras
Primary Focus:
- Employee and customer safety
- Theft prevention and evidence
- Liability protection
- Inventory and asset monitoring
Recommended Cameras:
- • PTZ Cameras (large areas)
- • Dome Cameras (indoor retail)
- • Bullet Cameras (perimeter)
- • License Plate Recognition cameras
- • High-resolution indoor cameras
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