CCTV Camera Types

Choosing the right CCTV camera can feel overwhelming, especially as there are so many CCTV system types to choose from. If the words dome, PTZ, bullet and IP mean nothing to you, don’t worry! By the end of this blog, you should have full understanding of a range of CCTV camera types so that you can make an educated decision on which type is best for your specific security needs.

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Lydstep Flats, Cardiff

The IDS team recently completed several new security installations for Lydstep Flats on behalf of Cardiff County Council. We were asked us to install security gates and an access control system to help prevent unauthorised access to the bin area outside the residential buildings.

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do burglar alarm servicing

If you have a burglar alarm or you're looking to get a burglar alarm installation for your property, you may be wondering how often a burglar alarm needs servicing, or whether burglar alarms need servicing at all!

If you're here for the short answer then yes, burglar alarms, like any piece of electronic equipment, will need yearly servicing and maintenance. 

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cctv regulations

If you have a CCTV camera installed on your property, or you're looking to have one installed in the future, you should always follow CCTV regulations to ensure that you comply with the UK CCTV rules. Guidance includes deleting footage regularly and informing people that you are recording.

In this blog, we'll outline UK CCTV regulations from the Information Commissioner's Office and the Surveillance Camera Commissioner. These CCTV laws will allow you to use your CCTV camera system while protecting yourself, your property, and anyone else that may be recorded using your CCTV system.

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Alarm maintenance

If you're looking for a security system that you can trust, it is advised that you take out an alarm maintenance contract with a security provider.

You may have seen the term floating about a lot throughout your search, but we're here to answer any and all questions you may have about a security maintenance contract, what it is, and how it can add an extra layer of protection to your property.

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