What Actually Comes with a Professional Security Camera Installation
Updated: 4d
After 30 years building custom homes, we've learned that most people don't want the runaround—they just want to know what they're getting.
So here's what a professional security camera system actually includes:
Hard-Wired Cameras
No batteries. No Wi-Fi dropouts. Just cameras that run 24/7 like any other permanent system in your home.
Local NVR Storage
Your footage stays on a recorder in your building—not someone's cloud server. You own it. No monthly fees. Works even when your internet's down. The NVR can be installed with or without a local monitor. You have the flexibility to control everything from the NVR or the Smartphone App.
PoE Cabling
One cable per camera powers it and sends video back to the recorder. Clean, permanent, reliable.
Smart Camera Placement
We don't just mount cameras everywhere. We figure out what coverage actually makes sense for your property—proper angles, no blind spots, no wasted views.
Clean Installation
Wiring gets hidden or routed properly. Cameras get mounted right. The system looks like it belongs there.
Easy Access From Your Smartphone
Full control of your NVR and cameras from your phone, whether you choose a Lorex, Reolink, or UniFi Protect system. Access can be shared with multiple users.
What You Won't Get (From Us)
Monthly cloud fees
Battery maintenance
Dependence on weak Wi-Fi
Cookie-cutter camera placement
How It Works
We walk your property, talk through what you need, design coverage that makes sense, give you a clear price, and install it right. No pressure, no confusion.
How Long Does a Professional Install Take?
A typical 4-camera install is usually done in a short day. We run the cables, mount the cameras, set up the recorder and your phone app, and walk you through it before we leave.
What Does a Professional Install Cost?
Lorex or Reolink: 2 cameras $1,449 | 4 cameras $2,239 | 6 cameras $3,029
UniFi Protect: 2 cameras $1,549 | 4 cameras $2,369 | 6 cameras $3,189
Storage upgrades: 4TB $300, 8TB $550, 16TB $1,000
Already own cameras? Owner-supplied installs start at $225 per camera
Want exact numbers? See our full pricing, learn how an install works, or get a free quote. We serve homes and businesses across all of our service areas.
Related reading: hard-wired vs. wireless cameras, why Grandville homeowners are switching to hard-wired cameras, and security cameras in Wyoming, MI. Comparing installers? See how Grand Rapids security camera installers compare.
Security Camera Installation FAQ
Do I have to pay monthly fees? No. Your footage is stored on a recorder in your building, so there are no required subscriptions.
Will you drill through my walls and leave a mess? We route wiring cleanly, hide it where we can, and clean up before we leave.
Can I view my cameras from my phone? Yes. You get full access in the app and can share it with family or employees.
If you want straight answers about what a real system includes, just reach out.
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