Preventing Common Mistakes: the Reason to Hire CCTV Installers in Perth
Are you thinking of installing a CCTV camera system in your home or business in Perth? If so, congratulations – it’s a well-thought-out decision. Just their presence is sometimes enough to stop a burglar, kidnapper, etc., from carrying out the crime. There are many CCTV installers in Perth, but you have to make sure they have a valid license issued by the right authority. Otherwise, chances are that the installer will make many mistakes, affecting your CCTV system’s performance.
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How are CCTV cameras in Perth beneficial to have on your property?
There are at least 600 CCTV cameras in Perth installed by the WA government to deter crime. They are meant to protect Aussie residents going about their business in the city from harm (thieves, pickpockets, or worse). But, each homeowner and business owner is responsible (to some degree) for protecting their own home, real estate property, or business.
That’s where security camera installers in Perth – the ones with a valid license, and good reputation (like us) – come to the rescue. Also known as security cameras, CCTV camera systems can prevent crimes from taking place. Here are several benefits of using a CCTV system for security purposes:
- Thieves and other criminals are more likely to leave your property alone if they see that it’s equipped with a CCTV system. According to one source, it’s 50% effective in preventing crimes from occurring.
- CCTV footage is admissible as evidence in court and helps the court decide whether the suspect is guilty or not.
- When a crime occurs, CCTV footage helps police gather evidence and identify possible suspects.
- In a business setting, a CCTV system can help you keep an eye on customers and employees alike.
- Employees tend to stick to your business’s policies more if they know someone is watching them.
It’s no wonder that more and more homes and businesses are installing CCTV camera systems in Perth.
Which CCTV installers in Perth should install CCTV systems?
Those licensed by the WA Police Force – not those on a social media ad, or a website offering many vouchers for many services. Homeowners letting unlicensed installers inside their houses to set up CCTV systems are making a potentially dangerous mistake. According to the WA government, they could be inviting people with criminal intent into their homes.
Why you should hire a licensed installer?
A CCTV installer with a valid license has undergone background checks or a police check confirming their good character. A few years ago, too many homeowners were hiring unlicensed CCTV installers. Worried, the WA government urged residents to practice caution and only hire security system installers licensed by the WA Police Force.
If you’re hiring a CCTV installer who doesn’t want you checking with the license-issuing authority or to show you their license, don’t. They may be criminals, and will know how to disable they security system they’re installing to commit a crime. Unlicensed CCTV installers can make mistakes that those with valid licenses take care to avoid. The following are common mistakes made when purchasing or installing CCTV cameras.
Common mistakes homeowners, business staff, etc., make when buying CCTV systems
- Not purchasing the right CCTV camera system for your property or needs
- Acquiring a security system with an insufficient number of CCTV cameras for your property
- Purchasing a substandard quality CCTV camera system
Mistakes untrained installers make for CCTV installation in Perth
- Neglecting to protect the system and wires connecting it to the monitors from the elements.
- After installing the security system, not going over all its features and how to use them with the customer.
- Not correcting the field of view – cameras bought for surveillance purposes must be installed, so their field of view can monitor your property. Unless it monitors most (if not all) of your property, the CCTV system won’t detect all possible threats due to more blind spots.
- Not securing the camera to its position.
- Not checking the camera to ensure that objects or sunlight are not obstructing its field of view.
- Neglecting to activate alerts as required.
HETech Perth Team
HE Technology is a licensed security installer. We design and install CCTV systems and provide a host of other services. Call us today to discuss which CCTV system is optimal for your home, property, or business. We have licensed security camera installers in Perth, and offer Lifetime Workmanship Guarantees for our services. We also provide certificates for all the testing, and 2-year warranties on the parts we supply (unless otherwise stated). Contact HE Technology on 08 6119 3848, or fill out a web form – we’d love to be of service!
