Why do you need a CCTV system?
It is a fact that any type of visible security system acts as a deterrent to crime. A CCTV system reinforces visible security by actually providing proof if or when adverse activity does occur. A camera system is an added measure of protection. It complements existing alarm systems or access control systems in residential, commercial and institutional environments. In addition to that it can function simply as a means of monitoring a room or area or to allow advanced notice of guests or visitors. Systems can be designed to record video and/or audio in a variety of formats for archival, evidence and review or without recording capability for monitoring only. Hugh’s offers a wide selection of DVRs (recorders), cameras and other accessories from industry staples like Crest, Bosch, Pelco and more. We back that up with professional installation to make it all work.
Residential
Protecting your family, home and property with a camera system will bring you peace of mind. The ability to monitor your driveway or to see who is ringing your doorbell before you answer is not only cool, its an extra measure of protection against intruders (and your in-laws).
Other applications may include a nanny cam, outdoor property coverage, garage and storage rooms, gate cameras and complete home surveillance and recording.
Some DVRs (Digital Video Recorders) allow the homeowner to monitor the video remotely over the Internet. View it from anywhere in the world using a web browser on a computer or smartphone app. This can be extremely useful if you have more than one property or would just like to know what’s going on at home while you are at work or on business. Contact us for a more information on a surveillance system for your home or property
Commercial
Commercial applications for security cameras often are for monitoring property, personnel, or equipment. The importance of monitoring and recording in a commercial environment has many facets.
In retail applications, preventing theft is usually the primary purpose. Crime is less likely to occur in a area known to be in view of a camera. In most instances the primary deterrent is a monitor located at the entry to your business showing visitors that cameras are in use. This serves two functions. The first is to prevent theft or crime simply by indicating there are cameras present. The second function is it that gives peace of mind to your customers because they feel protected and safe.
With corporate and industrial applications the reasons may be somewhat different. Systems can be designed to monitor access to a particular area which may be restricted, to keep an eye on other buildings within your site and for crime deterrence as well.
Hugh’s can design and install a system to suit the level of monitoring and protection your business requires.
Institutional
Institutional applications for camera systems include Public/Private schools, colleges, universities, financial institutions, municipalities, assisted living establishments, state and local government buildings and law enforcement.
Systems are tailored to the specific parameters of the application. Hugh’s has provided large scale systems with in excess of 64 cameras and multiple recorders to help keep students/faculty safe at public schools. We have also installed specialized systems for building tenants in assisted living homes to monitor the lobby or hallway. Whatever the requirement, we understand the technology and how to best apply it to your specific security and monitoring needs.
For more information, call or email Hugh’s today.
