@labanslide
Can you share what brand you’re using?
Focus on covering areas where people can actually get in, like your front yard or any entrances. If a part of your house is blocked off by thick bushes or something similar, you can skip that for now and add more coverage when you have the money.
You’ve got blind spots on the left and right. I think you’ll need more cameras.
It’s best to cover all possible entry points, like doors and windows that could be hidden by trees or other things. Watching your yard isn’t as critical as monitoring spots where someone could actually break in.
@LillyGrace
I’m thinking about adding one above the back door. The only problem is the bushes in the backyard—they block a lot of visibility. I tried trimming them, but it didn’t make much of a difference, and I don’t really want to cut them down completely.
I’ve got cameras covering the whole property, and each one overlaps with the next. Inside the house, I’ve got them aimed at the main entry points too. Some people think it’s overkill, but since I’m away for days at a time for work, it’s worth it to me. If your budget allows, go for more coverage. But if not, having some is definitely better than none.
You’ve got the main entry points covered, which is a good start. My personal camera setup goals are similar to what I outlined here.
If you’re worried about blind spots, consider pointing a camera toward your neighbor’s yard too. It’s usually fine as long as you’re not aiming into their house (and in some places, even that’s okay).
Add some solar-powered motion lights around your shed and the corners of your house.
Royal said:
Add some solar-powered motion lights around your shed and the corners of your house.
I’ve already got some on the left side and in the back.
The main goal is to get clear footage of anyone who might try to break in. Your setup looks good in pictures, but you should test how well your cameras work by walking around during the day and at night. Then review the video to see if you can tell who’s there and what’s happening.
This video might help you fine-tune your system: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3G_2zVu3cU
Assuming the photo is oriented with the top as North and the bottom as South, the garage area in the southwest corner could use another camera. One should cover the side of the house with the garage door, and the other should face southwest toward where the car is parked. Together, these will give you solid coverage of your parking area.
Also, consider putting a camera inside the garage in case someone gets in and takes something. Add one more on the southeast corner, facing northeast, since you don’t have any coverage there. This will make it harder for someone to approach your cameras unnoticed.
Your setup is a good start. Instead of asking, ‘Do I have enough cameras?’ think about what you’re trying to monitor. If it’s just package theft, you’re probably fine. If you’re worried about more serious stuff, you might need a few more.
Thanks for the link.
Most intruders aren’t going to come straight in from the street. Make sure you’re covering the areas they’re more likely to sneak in from, like between houses.
I like to keep an eye on the driveway, all entrances, and utility areas.
If someone comes in at an angle, they might avoid being caught on your cameras. Think about how to cover those spots too.