Professional CCTV Installation Sydney

How much it will cost to install a home security camera will depend on the type of system you want and your property type. 

• A basic 2-3 camera system usually costs between $750 and $1600 
• A standard 4-camera system can range between $1200 and $2200 
• For a large property with 6 to 8 cameras, $3200 to $5000+ is the approximate range 

Professional labour is included within the cost estimate, and due to the complexity of the equipment and wiring systems, it will add to the installation time.     

Whether you need an electrician to install security cameras depends on the type of camera being installed. When a camera system is being connected to the internal wiring of the house, an electrician is required by NSW law to complete the job. 

Additionally, in NSW, a licensed electrician will also need a Class 2C security license to be allowed to install any form of security equipment. 

If the camera you are installing is battery-operated or does not require integration into the main power supply and wiring system, then it can usually be installed without an electrician.   

Under Australian law, security cameras operated by individuals are not included in the Privacy Act 1988, but may be regulated under state or territory law. Recording in public or private spaces where there is no reasonable expectation of privacy is generally allowed. 

However, security cameras cannot be used to deliberately harass, intimidate, or invade a person’s privacy. For instance, directly positioning a camera to obtain images of intimate spaces in a neighbour’s home would be considered unlawful under state privacy laws. 

If you are uncomfortable with the positioning of a neighbour’s camera, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) lays out these steps to follow: 

1. Talk to your neighbour directly and discuss your concerns with them. 
2. If direct conversation doesn’t resolve the issue or becomes hostile, you can approach your local community justice or neighbourhood mediation centre for help. 
3. In the case of a serious breach of privacy, contacting the police is your next course of action.    

The benefits of wired vs. wireless CCTV devices will depend on the operations you are looking for from your security system. Wireless cameras tend to be easier to install with the flexibility of placement. However, wireless cameras heavily depend on Wi-Fi strength and have less reliable connections. 

Wired cameras are harder to install because they need to be integrated into the electrical hardware of the home, but they are more stable, consistent in their quality, and have greater durability compared to wireless cameras. For long-term security solutions, wired set-ups are ideal.