You can go with the classic choice, a home security system. Sure, you have to pay monthly fees if you want professional monitoring. Yes, it’s a pain to get a city alarm license. But even if your alarm never goes off, just knowing that it’s there can give you a priceless feeling of security. On the other hand, you can take a do-it-yourself approach to home security. We’re not just talking installation or self-monitored security; we mean self-monitoring through CCTV surveillance systems. A CCTV system lets you keep an eagle eye on your property without monthly fees or monitoring. However, you’re not only responsible for monitoring your system—you also have to manually call law enforcement when something goes wrong. So which is better? More importantly, which is better for you? Let’s talk it out. Also, if you get a system with professional monitoring, you don’t have to give it your full attention. If you’re asleep or at a movie, you’ll know that if anything happens, the alarm will alert authorities right away. It’s basically hands-free security for your home. Just remember, a home security system allows you to take a proactive approach to your security but includes monthly costs for ongoing monitoring. A CCTV system is more reactive but saves you some money.
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Then you can ask yourselves more CCTV camera-focused questions. For instance, “Is this surveillance system wireless or does it have wired cameras?” and “Does this system have an NVR or DVR?” You may also want to check if the CCTV has an app or if it’s more old-fashioned.
