We can never be too extreme when it comes to taking security measures and keeping ourselves protected from harm. Crime continues to spiral uncontrollably with various reports of thefts that are usually residential based; families are beginning to take measures to ensure the safety of their loved ones.
Home security cameras have been of great help in identifying burglars and law offenders. Security cameras are a good investment every homeowner should make. However, having this gear is just the beginning of the journey to safety. Proper placement is what entitles you to the security you seek. We’ll look at the “ideal” way home security cameras should be placed to avoid damage to your properties and yourself.
According to info graphic from the Washington Post, the front door, back door, and first floor windows are usually the targeted areas burglars use to gain entry into homes. These are the places more security placement should be given and cameras installed.
The front door is the most vulnerable area. Burglars gain entry by either pretending to be someone you know or a lost wanderer looking for directions; more than 34 percent of burglars use the front door, making it a perfect spot to place your security cameras. Place your cameras at a height of about nine feet from the ground to prevent the intruder from smashing or damaging them. You could also put a mesh protection to prevent any attempt of damage to the camera. The front door is the gateway to your house and deserves a lot of focus. Ensure that the camera is functioning well, and it should have night vision to recognize what is going on at night. Also, make sure it is waterproof, since its going to be left out in the open. Setting up security cameras at the front door brings a huge amount of safety, as you will be able to tell who is at your front door before opening it.
The windows on the first floor of your house are other essential places to install a security camera. Burglars use the windows on the first floor, preferably the back windows, to gain entry into homes by either forcing them open or smashing the glass. A great way to install the cameras would be to place them up above the window frame with the camera lens facing downwards, or simply place them at a spot in your home where the camera can focus solely on the windows without drawing attention. This way, the faces of intruders spying on your home can be caught clearly.
The back door is clearly the ideal place for a burglar to gain entry. When placing cameras at your back door, be sure to maintain the nine-foot height and proper camera angle placement to avoid damage.
No house is exactly the same, and different methods could be implemented to set up home security cameras. You could probably call a security consultant to help you set it up. However, with proper technique and angle placement, you will be able to see more than 80percent of the faces that enter and exit your home.
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