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A DIY CCTV Purchase vs Complete Package Deal

When you are shopping around for closed-circuit television equipment, you will soon realise there are many elements to consider. Do you want wired cameras or those without wires that offer the promise of easier installation? There are plenty of brands around too, including Swann, Homeguard, and those from CostCo and Maplin among others.

There is another element to consider, too. Will you put together your own system from the various components available for purchase, or will you get a complete package deal that means you merely need to buy one kit?

Doing it yourself

If you want to take this route, it’s possible to find some good deals on individual components, but you may end up purchasing them from different sources. You also need to know what you’re doing, otherwise you may end up with disparate items that won’t combine in the best possible way. Since no two properties ever have the same requirements regarding security, it can be a challenge to know what you need.

Opting for the package deal

A package deal brings two benefits. Firstly, the components included in the package are usually cheaper when bought this way as opposed to buying them all separately. Secondly, you know when purchasing a kit that you’re getting everything you need to make that kit work.

Of course, you still need to think about whether you have the skills to install it, or whether you’ll need some help. But since there are many kits around today, and lots of brands as well, you still have the task of finding the right kit to fit your requirements.

There is some cash to be saved going down this route. But if you have specific needs and no kit meets those needs, the DIY route is the best one to choose. You can still get assistance in putting together something unique to you and your circumstances, so you don’t need to go it alone when you do this.