What to look for when buying CCTV cameras?

Crime is unfortunately something that many of us worry about. If there has been a recent spate of home break-ins in your area or cars that have been vandalised or stolen, you may consider buying a CCTV system. CCTV can help in a number of ways. Often having CCTV can be a deterrent and you may avoid falling victim to crime just by having a camera installed. If a crim does take place, then you may catch them in the act or at least have some footage that may be able to assist the police or used in court if... Read More »

Dash cam – the must have gadget for all drivers

If you are a driver and currently do not have a dash cam, then it may be worth making it your next investment. Dash Cams range in price from around fifteen pounds upwards of a couple of hundred pounds. You often get what you pay for with Dash Cams but sometimes even the cheaper ones are worth having and can save you a lot of hassle and possibly even money. Over the last decade, there have been more and more scams coming to light with people driving around and doing crash for cash. This is where they set up a... Read More »

Security for your pets in and around the home

Unfortunately pet theft is on the rise and often something that many owners do not consider when having a pet. The most common pet to be stolen is a dog and these are usually either stolen to sell on or to be used to breed or fight. This is a very sad situation and one that leaves many pet owners distraught. Although you cannot totally avoid this happening to you, there are some security measures you can put in place to try and avoid it. Firstly installing CCTV in your home and ideally near you pet can not only deter... Read More »

How to stay safe when shopping at Christmas

When it comes to security it’s not only our homes that we need to be mindful of. The run-up to Christmas is a very busy time of year for shoppers and unfortunately, that means more targets for thieves. People often go out with large amounts of cash or are buying expensive presents and this is a thief’s dream! When shopping for Christmas you need to be savvy and ensure that you are safe. If you are buying expensive gifts, try to park as close to the shop as possible and once you have made your purchase put it straight in... Read More »

Wired or wireless CCTV?

There are so many different CCTV systems on the market it can be hard to find out which one will best suit your requirements. The first option you need to consider is if you are going to go for a wired system or wireless. They both have advantages and disadvantages, below are a few points to consider: Wired – Wired CCTV is exactly as it sounds. You will need to run cables from your cameras to the recording box then to your internet. You may also need to run separate power cables to the cameras if they do not use... Read More »