Keeping your Portsmouth, New Hampshire home safe is a top priority for many homeowners. And the first step to staying safe is staying aware of what’s happening in and around your spaces at any given time. That’s why one of the biggest investment’s you can make as part of your home security system is top-quality surveillance equipment. In this blog we’ll take you through what you’ll need to do to get the most out of your surveillance gear in order to protect your home.

See More With Your Smart Camera

Think surveillance cameras are limited by viewing angles? Not if the experts at IC Realtime have anything to say about it. One of their latest models – the 360 x 360 IP Dome camera– does exactly what its name implies: it records three hundred and sixty degrees both horizontally and vertically. Boasting 4K resolution, this outdoor camera will cover every angle of your home. Plus, thanks to IC Realtime’s parent company IC Real Tech and their patented software, you’ll be able to stream real-time footage from any angle directly to your smartphone or tablet, no matter where you are.

Integrate With Your Crestron System

One of the beautiful things about smart technology is that it doesn’t have to work alone – you can tie it in with other smart devices to be more effective, efficient and easier to use. That’s true for your smart surveillance system – integrate it with your existing Crestron system for better results.

Program your surveillance cameras to react when light or motion is detected. In your outdoor spaces, integrate motion sensors to trigger lights, and have the cameras turn to focus on the action. Have alerts sent to your smartphone or tablet immediately when a disturbance is sensed, and program your smart locks to secure automatically. And you don’t have to worry about pets or small animals triggering your smart home’s reaction – motion sensors can be set at a certain height to avoid confusion, and many cameras contain facial recognition software that recognizes the shape of human faces.

Find Solutions for Every Space

For many homeowners, the hesitation of installing surveillance cameras comes from the fear of heavy wiring and installation. But that’s not always the case. Here we’ll break down the different types of cameras:

• Wired Cameras – Still widely regarded as the most reliable way to record and store footage, the only drawback is the complicated installation process. Perfect for new construction, though older buildings may want to consider other options.
• IP Cameras – Certainly more common than ever before, many IP, or wireless, cameras are beginning to match their wired counterparts regarding quality. The added benefit of streaming capabilities makes this a perfect choice for many homes.
• Smart Doorbells – While it’s not surveillance camera quality, smart doorbells are becoming more popular with homeowners who want to see who’s at the door but don’t want to use a full surveillance system.

Are you ready to upgrade your Portsmouth home security with an advanced surveillance system? Contact us today.