Should I Secure My Home With CCTV?
Using a high-quality, reliable CCTV system is a great way to secure your home against fire, intruders and burglars. However, it can be expensive to get set up with security cameras and a video surveillance system, which means you should think very carefully before deciding to set up your home with CCTV.
In saying that, there are also plenty of budget surveillance options available for those who want to protect their freshly renovated home on some level. In general, we always recommend using whatever security options are available to you, even if they are a little on the pricey side.
With this in mind, we’ve put together the following list of things you should consider when deciding whether or not to use security cameras and CCTV surveillance.
Will It Lower Your Insurance Premiums?
Some insurance companies will charge you significantly less if your home is equipped with an approved security system. In many cases, you will be required to use CCTV video surveillance to qualify for these discounts.
If you’re not sure what sort of offers your insurance company has, consider giving them a call and asking them about it. In the best-case scenario, the reduction in your insurance premiums will cover the cost of installing CCTV or some other type of security alarm or surveillance system.
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