Alarm Systems vs CCTV: What Does Your Property Need?

A draft explainer comparing alarm systems and CCTV so clients can decide which option suits their property and budget.

Alarm Systems vs CCTV: What Does Your Property Need?

Alarm systems and CCTV solve different security problems. CCTV helps you see what happened and monitor a site visually. Alarm systems help detect entry, trigger alerts, and create immediate attention.

When CCTV Makes Sense

CCTV is useful when you want recorded evidence, remote viewing, or visual coverage of driveways, entries, yards, stock areas, and work sites.

When An Alarm Makes Sense

An alarm is useful when you need immediate notification of entry or movement, especially for homes, shops, sheds, and unattended premises.

Why Many Properties Use Both

The strongest setups often combine both. The alarm triggers attention, and CCTV helps verify what happened.

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