Security Camera Installation in Seattle

Wired (PoE) cameras are significantly more reliable — no WiFi interference, no battery changes, no dropped connections. Wireless cameras have their place for temporary setups or locations where running cable is impractical, but for permanent installations we recommend wired.

It depends on the property perimeter, number of entry points, and coverage priorities. We do a site walk and provide a coverage map showing camera fields of view before installation.

Local NVR storage keeps footage on-site (no monthly fees, no bandwidth required, footage never leaves your network). Cloud backup adds redundancy and off-site access. We can configure both.

Yes — all systems we install support remote viewing via mobile app, including live view and playback.

A site walk and coverage plan, the cameras, a PoE switch and NVR with a drive sized for the retention you want, outdoor-rated cable to each camera, mounting and aiming, and setup of the mobile app for live view, playback and motion alerts. Every camera's coverage and recording is confirmed before we leave.

We walk the property, count the doors, driveway and side-yard approaches, and show you what each camera will see. Install day is mostly cable: running outdoor-rated Cat5e or Cat6 from the recorder location to each camera spot, which is usually what decides where a camera can go. Then we mount and aim the cameras, set up recording and alerts, and walk you through the app.

The number of cameras, how hard the cable paths are (eaves, finished walls and long runs to outbuildings take longer), the camera models, and how many days of recording you want, since storage is sized to that. Features like license plate recognition add to it. You get a written estimate after the site walk.

Most homeowners turn them off. Video is generally fine, but Washington requires consent from everyone in a private conversation to record it, so audio is where people get into trouble.

Often, yes. A doorbell covers the front door and not much past it. The driveway, side yards and back doors are where wired cameras do the work, and most homes end up needing more than a four-camera kit once every door and approach is counted. Running a spare cable to each camera location is cheap insurance against a failed cable or a camera you add later.