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Security guides and advice

Straightforward answers to the questions Melbourne homeowners and businesses ask us about CCTV, alarms, access control and cabling.

CCTV | 6 minute read

How much does CCTV installation cost in Melbourne?

What affects the price of a home CCTV system in Melbourne, what should be included in a quote, and the hidden costs to watch for.

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CCTV | 5 minute read

How many security cameras does a house need?

Where to put security cameras on a Melbourne home, how many most houses need, and how to avoid blind spots and wasted cameras.

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CCTV | 6 minute read

Can I put up CCTV at home in Victoria? Privacy rules explained

A plain-English guide to Victoria’s rules on home and business CCTV, including neighbours, audio recording, workplaces and signage.

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CCTV | 5 minute read

Wired vs wireless security cameras: which is better?

The real differences between wired PoE cameras, Wi-Fi cameras and battery cameras, and which one suits your home or business.

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Alarms | 5 minute read

Why does my alarm keep beeping?

The most common reasons a Ness, Hills or other alarm keypad keeps beeping, what you can safely check yourself, and when to call a technician.

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Alarms | 5 minute read

Back-to-base alarm monitoring: is it worth it?

How back-to-base alarm monitoring works, what happens when your alarm goes off, and how it compares with monitoring the alarm yourself on your phone.

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Access control | 5 minute read

Fob vs PIN vs face recognition: choosing access control

How fobs, PIN codes, phones and face recognition compare for security, convenience and ongoing management, and which suits your home or business.

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Data cabling | 4 minute read

Do I need a registered cabler to move my NBN connection?

Who can legally do data and phone cabling in your home, what a registered cabler can and can’t move, and how to get your modem where you need it.

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