- Wired or wireless cameras?
- Wired PoE cameras are more reliable: constant power, steady video, no batteries, and they do not compete for Wi-Fi. Wireless makes sense only where cable genuinely cannot reach.
- How many cameras does a house need?
- Four to six covers most homes — front door, driveway, both sides and the back yard. Larger properties with outbuildings need more.
- Where should cameras be installed?
- At entry points and approach paths, eight to ten feet up, aimed so faces and vehicles are identifiable rather than filling the frame with open ground.
- How long should footage be stored?
- Two to four weeks is typical for a home. Retention depends on recorder storage, camera count and resolution.
- Can I have cameras without a subscription?
- Yes. Local recording on an on-site recorder gives you continuous footage and remote viewing without a monthly fee.