Installing CCTV is one of the most common upgrades small businesses ask us for — and one of the easiest to get wrong if it’s rushed. Here’s what actually matters before you install cameras at your shop, office, or compound.
Start with what you’re actually trying to see
Entrances, tills, parking areas, and stock rooms all need different camera placement and coverage. A generic setup often leaves blind spots exactly where an incident is most likely to happen. Before installation, we walk the site with you to map out what actually needs coverage.
Storage and footage retention
Cameras are only useful if the footage is actually there when you need it. How many days of footage do you need to keep? Do you need remote access from your phone? These decisions affect what hardware makes sense for your budget, and it’s worth deciding upfront rather than discovering a gap after an incident.
Wired vs wireless cameras
Wireless cameras are quicker to install and more flexible for retrofitting into an existing building, but wired systems are generally more reliable for a permanent business installation and aren’t affected by WiFi interference or dead zones. Which one makes sense usually comes down to your building and your budget — something we help you weigh up rather than defaulting to one option.
Don’t treat it as a one-time install
Cameras that aren’t maintained — storage that quietly fills up, a lens that’s never cleaned, a connection that silently drops — are effectively useless when you actually need them. A good CCTV setup includes a plan for keeping it working, not just installing it once and walking away.
We handle CCTV sales, design, and installation for homes and businesses across Nairobi. Call 0702 447 334 to talk through what setup makes sense for your space.