In this year’s Oscar Best Picture Parasite, the movie’s humorous tone turned ominous when the housekeeper showed up in the middle of the night on the security camera. The audience freezes while watching, wondering if the family will let her inside or not.

Hopefully nothing like that ever happens to your household, but the scene reminded us of how important home security can be. When someone shows up in the middle of the night, it is probably not good news!

If you’d like to increase your home’s safety, a system of security cameras will intimidate trespassers and, in the event of a crime, will provide footage to the police. But where should you place security cameras on your Harlingen, TX, property to get the best coverage? Read on to find out!

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Where to Place Cameras

According to the Bureau of Justice’s statistics, 81% of burglars enter homes through the first floor. So first, be sure to cover your front door, back door, and any first-floor windows with cameras. Place the device above doors and window frames, looking downward. You can use your door’s camera as a digital peephole to see who is at the door before letting them inside.

Connected to your smart security system, you’ll receive alerts and check live footage from your phone, no matter how far away you are. You’ll also want to place cameras at the corners of the house, often known as ‘trap’ surveillance. With dome-shaped cameras, you’ll cover every angle of your property so no one can slip out of view.

The Right Space & Focus

The location of your cameras also relies on the models you install. Those with a focus range of 45 to 75 degrees should be aimed at a specific target, like the doorway or garage. Wide-angle cameras can see up to 75 to 180 degrees without obstruction. These cameras are best installed on corners, as they can sweep your entire yard.

Keep Out of Reach

Beware of accidentally installing cameras too low to the ground. If a burglar can tamper with (or steal) your surveillance system, your precautions will be for naught. Keep your cameras at least nine feet high. That way, they’ll be safe from even the tallest criminals. Don’t rely on a video doorbell that’s eye level at your door for your home’s security. You’ll need much more than that to ensure your home is safe from intruders.

Rather than worry about all of this when installing a system yourself, why not let the professionals take over? Circle Industries has been helping businesses and homeowners protect their properties with alarms, access control, and cameras since 1947.

To get started on your home’s system, contact us at (833) 424-7253 or submit our online form here.