Most people put their energy into choosing cameras and give installation day barely a thought. Yet a blocked manhole, a router hidden behind the TV or a ute parked under the eaves can slow a job down or force a compromise on where cameras go. An hour of preparation makes a real difference. Here’s how to get a Perth home or business ready for a professional install.

1. Decide what you want the cameras to cover

Before arranging CCTV camera installation Perth, walk the property and list the places you’d want footage of if something went wrong. At home that’s usually the front door, driveway, garage, side gates, back door and any shed. Businesses should add stockrooms, loading docks, staff entries and the customer entrance.

Beside each one, note the job: watching cars come and go, or getting a clear look at a face at the door. You don’t need to pick exact mounting points. A good installer will confirm those, and flag blind spots, at the site assessment.

2. Check roof access and how the building is put together

Cable routes decide how long a job takes. A single-storey home with an open roof space is usually simple. Double-storey homes, flat roofs, brick or concrete walls and detached garages take more planning, and sometimes cost more.

Make sure the manhole is reachable, and mention anywhere awkward, such as high gables or courtyards without ladder access. Leave the roof cavity and switchboard to the professionals, though. Your job is to share information, not do the work.

3. Choose a spot for the recorder

The network video recorder (NVR) holds your footage, so it needs a safe home. A linen cupboard, study or comms cabinet often works. It needs a power point, a cable run to your router if you want phone viewing, and enough airflow to stop it overheating in a Perth summer. Keep it out of plain sight so an intruder can’t walk off with the recording.

4. Sort out your internet connection

An NVR records happily without the internet, but live viewing on your phone and motion alerts need a working connection. Before your CCTV installation Perth appointment, find your modem or router, check it has a spare network port, and make sure you can log in to it. Businesses should involve whoever manages their IT before new devices join the network.

5. Clear the way for installation day

A few small jobs save the technician a lot of time:

• Move cars, trailers and boats away from walls where ladders will go.

• Shift outdoor furniture and pot plants from under camera positions.

• Unlock side gates, sheds and garages.

• Keep pets inside or away from the work area.

• Empty the cupboard you’ve chosen for the recorder.

At a business, let staff know if an entry will be closed for part of the day.

6. Look for obstructions, glare and privacy issues

Stand where each camera might go and look for anything in the way: overhanging branches, shade sails, signage or the spot where a delivery van always parks. Check again late in the afternoon, when low sun can flood a west-facing lens, and after dark, when an unlit corner may need colour night vision or extra lighting.

Think about neighbours too. Cover your own entries and driveway, not next door’s windows or yard. In WA, the Surveillance Devices Act 1998 governs the recording of private activities and conversations, so leave audio off unless you’ve had advice.

7. Read your quote before the job starts

A proper quote spells out the camera models and resolution, NVR and hard drive size, cabling, installation, testing, app setup and warranty, plus any extra charge for two-storey work or long cable runs. If something you expected isn’t listed, ask before the day rather than on it.

8. Know what a proper handover looks like

When booking security camera installation Perth, ask how the system will be handed over. Before the technician leaves, each camera’s aim, focus and night picture should be confirmed, the date and time set, and the app installed on your phone. Make sure you can watch live footage, find a recording and export a clip, and that you know who to call if something stops working.

Why choose HomeSafe Securities?

• Free site assessment first. We plan camera positions and cable routes with you before quoting.

• Licensed technicians on every installation.

• Itemised, fixed quotes backed by published package prices, so there are no surprises.

• Neat cable runs and a secure spot for your recorder.

• Dahua, Hikvision, EZ-IP and HiLook 6MP packages for different budgets.

• A full handover and local support once the job is done.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to install security cameras in Perth?

Four 6MP cameras, supplied and installed, cost 1,350–2,150 + GST in Perth, while six cameras cost 1,950–3,200 + GST, depending on brand. These are HomeSafe Securities’ October 2026 single-storey package prices. Double-storey homes, long cable runs or concrete walls can add to the final figure.

How much should it cost to install security cameras?

A fair price for a professionally installed four-camera system, with recorder, hard drive, cabling, labour and setup included, is roughly $1,350 to $2,150 plus GST in Perth. Compare quotes on what’s included, not just the total. A very cheap quote often leaves out the NVR, storage or proper cabling, and a price given without a site visit is usually a guess.

Does Bunnings do security camera installation?

No. Bunnings sells security cameras, but CCTV and security camera installation isn’t among its in-home installation services as of October 2026, and Bunnings has said it no longer offers its earlier Wi-Fi camera installation service. For a wired system, use a licensed security installer: in WA, installing CCTV for security purposes requires a security licence.

What are the best security cameras in Perth, Australia?

Among professional brands, Hikvision and Dahua are two of the biggest names and are widely installed across Perth, while their sister brands HiLook and EZ-IP suit tighter budgets. Whichever brand you choose, look for 6MP resolution, good night vision, person and vehicle detection and an IP66 or IP67 outdoor rating, then let a licensed installer match each camera to its location.

About HomeSafe Securities

Based in Perth’s south-east and owned locally, HomeSafe Securities installs security cameras, intruder alarms and intercoms at homes and workplaces across the metro area. Every job is carried out by licensed technicians and begins with a free on-site assessment and a written, itemised quote. Phone 0469 880 624 to arrange yours.