Have you been debating whether or not to get security cameras for your home or business? At Security Source, we’ve seen firsthand how having a surveillance system in place has helped both Albuquerque homes and commercial retailers. We’ve put together 8 ways CCTVs can protect your property so you can make an informed decision about your security.

Protect from intruders
Having security cameras at your home or place of business is a great way to ward off intruders. Making cameras visible decreases the likelihood of criminals coming into your home or place of work. Statistically, you are less likely to have any form of intrusion with conspicuous surveillance cameras installed on the premises.

Catches “BAD” people YOU let in
Unfortunately, the people closest to you may be more likely to take advantage of you than a stranger. People that you trust can be just as bad as an intruder. The problem becomes that the people you know think they are less likely to be caught because of the trust you have built. While we may think that the people or employees close to us are not capable of doing such things, it is better to know than to assume.

Monitor children
Whether you have small children or teenagers, security cameras are a great way to keep an eye on them. A surveillance system allows you to monitor the brand new babysitter and make sure that your child is safe in their care. You can even keep any eye out for your newborn or small child when they are tucked away in their room and you are doing chores around the house or taking a much needed nap. Having teenagers is already difficult, and unfortunately teens are not always the fastest to communicate to their parents. With security cameras, you can see when your teen gets home instead of worrying whether or not they’re safe.

Encourage office productivity
Having any kind of monitoring system in your place of business will dramatically increase office productivity. Employees are more likely to do their job if they know that they are being watched. This is a great way to ensure that your employees are staying on task, especially if you have inclinations that they aren’t.

Monitor remotely
The best part of having a security camera for your home or business is that you can monitor anywhere! Whether it’s late at night and you are making sure that your business was properly locked up, or if you are on vacation and want to check in on things, you’ll be able to see everything on a mobile device, or computer.

Watch over your pets
While security cameras are great for quality control in the workplace, or preventing intruders, they are also great for anyone who has pets. Many of us worry about our furry friends as if they were our own children. This is a great way to ensure that they are okay and not up to anything fishy while you’re away.

Resolve questions or conflicts
At any place of business or even at home questions and conflicts can arise. Having a security camera may help resolve any problems. By being able to go back to a specific moment, you can see things happening in real time and be able to come to an accurate conclusion. No more guess work!

Peace of mind
Probably the most important benefit of having a surveillance camera installed is having peace of mind. No matter where you are, you can know exactly what’s happening at your home or business. The stress and worry of constantly wondering whether or not your property, belongings, and loved ones are safe is eliminated with the use of security cameras.

If you’re convinced that it’s time for your home or commercial property to get a security camera, stop by Security Source in Albuquerque today! Our experts can help you find the CCTV cameras for your needs. We even provide security monitoring for extra protection!