Security Cameras
Security Camera Installation
in Portland, OR
Wired IP cameras properly installed — clean cable runs, remote viewing that works, and footage stored locally. No cloud subscription required.
Equipment & Setup
What We Install
IP Cameras (Wired)
PoE-powered cameras with Power over Ethernet — reliable, no battery swapping, no Wi-Fi dropouts. We run Cat6 cables through walls and attics for a clean, permanent install.
NVR/DVR Systems
Network video recorders store footage locally — no monthly cloud fee. We configure recording schedules, motion zones, and retention settings.
Remote Viewing
We set up the app and test remote access before we leave. You see your cameras from your phone anywhere in the world.
Night Vision & Weatherproofing
Portland's weather demands outdoor-rated cameras. We install cameras rated for rain, fog, and temperature extremes — with color night vision where it matters.
Who This Is For
Best For
Single-Family Homes
2-6 cameras covering entry points, driveway, and back yard. Local NVR storage and a phone app that just works. Most installs run a half-day.
ADUs, Detached Garages & Shops
Cameras at the ADU front door or shop entry, tied back into the main home's NVR via Cat6 or a dedicated PoE switch. One system, one app, no extra subscription.
Package Theft Hotspots
If you've had porch pirates, we focus coverage on the front door and walkway — wide-angle 4K, color night vision, and motion zones that ignore street traffic.
Why Wired Wins in Portland
Wi-Fi cameras don't hold up here.
Portland's mix of older homes with plaster walls, dense tree cover, and constant rain wreaks havoc on consumer Wi-Fi cameras. Battery cams die in the cold, cloud-only systems lock you into $10–$30/month forever, and Wi-Fi-only cameras drop the moment your router hiccups.
A PoE setup runs power and data over one Cat6 cable, stores footage locally on an NVR you own, and keeps recording even if your internet goes out. We plan the install around your home's actual construction — bungalow, mid-century, or new build — and fish cable cleanly through walls and attics. A system that works in year three, not just week one.
What to Expect
How a Camera Install Goes
Camera Placement Walkthrough
We walk the exterior with you, discuss coverage goals, and mark the optimal camera positions — balancing coverage, cable routing, and aesthetics.
Cable Routing & Installation
We run PoE cables through walls, attic, or conduit for a clean install. No exposed wire stapled to siding — unless that's the only option and you approve it.
NVR Setup & Configuration
We rack or mount the recorder, configure storage, set up motion detection zones, and dial in recording schedules to balance quality and retention.
App Setup & Walkthrough
We install the viewing app on your devices, confirm remote access works, and walk you through playback and alert settings before we leave.
Questions
Common Questions
Do you provide the cameras or do I buy them?
Both options work. We can source a complete camera system (cameras, NVR, cables) and include it in the quote, or install gear you already own. We'll let you know if something you've purchased won't work well before install day.
Do I need a monthly cloud subscription?
No. Wired NVR systems store footage locally on a hard drive. No monthly fee. You own your footage.
How many cameras can you install?
No set limit. We've done 2-camera jobs and multi-camera systems with 16+ cameras. We quote based on your actual needs.
Will you run cables through my walls?
Yes — that's the standard approach for a clean install. We run Cat6 through walls, attics, or crawlspaces. We'll discuss routing options during the walkthrough.
Ready to add security cameras?
Free walkthrough and quote. We'll tell you exactly what it costs before scheduling anything.
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