Camera Placement That Actually Captures Faces
Most useless footage comes from cameras mounted too high, angled too wide, or fighting backlight from a glass door. Doorways are natural choke points — everyone who enters passes through at a predictable height and speed, so that's where a face-height or slightly elevated camera earns its keep. Outside, you want coverage of the approach, not just the door itself.
We walk the property first: entrances, blind corners, the alley where the trash goes out, the register if it's a store. Then we spec camera count and positions to cover what matters, instead of scattering hardware for the sake of a bigger invoice.
Remote Viewing and Footage Storage Basics
Modern systems let you check live feeds and recorded clips from your phone, whether you're upstairs or out of state. Storage is the detail people skip: footage lives either on a recorder in the building or in the cloud, and how far back you can scroll depends on storage size, camera count, and resolution. More cameras at higher resolution fill a drive faster.
Tell us how many days of history you want to keep and we'll size the recorder to match. We set up the apps, the alerts, and the playback before we leave, so you're not decoding a manual at midnight.
Camera Systems for NYC Homes and Businesses
The right system looks different for a brownstone than for a bodega. A home usually needs a few discreet cameras covering the front entrance, rear access, and maybe a package-drop view. A business often needs more: entrances, sales floor, stockroom, and exterior approaches, with footage that holds up if you ever need to hand it to police or an insurer. We're a licensed and insured security company, and we've installed for clients ranging from small storefronts to high-profile sites like the World Trade Center and Facebook's Manhattan office — the planning process is the same care either way.
Common Questions
Can I watch my cameras from my phone?
Yes. We configure remote viewing so you can check live feeds and recorded footage from a phone or computer, and set up motion alerts if you want them.
How long does camera footage stay saved?
It depends on your recorder's storage, the number of cameras, and the resolution. Tell us how many days of history you want and we'll size the system to hold it.
Do you install cameras for both homes and businesses?
Yes — brownstones, apartments, storefronts, offices, and multi-unit buildings across all five boroughs. The camera count and placement plan changes; the workmanship doesn't.
What does security camera installation cost in NYC?
It varies with camera count, wiring runs, and storage needs. You get a transparent quote before work begins, no hidden fees.