{"id":104874,"date":"2025-08-15T16:45:47","date_gmt":"2025-08-15T23:45:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=104874"},"modified":"2025-09-10T13:05:32","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T20:05:32","slug":"where-to-place-security-cameras-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/where-to-place-security-cameras-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s Where to Place Security Cameras to Protect Your New Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><b>Key Takeaways<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security cameras should be placed near entrances, driveways, and high-traffic areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor cameras can be installed as well to maximize security<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep cameras out of reach so they can\u2019t be tampered with<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/guides\/first-time-home-buyer-guide\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">buying a new home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of the smartest things you can do is make it secure. Locking your doors is a given, but adding security cameras gives you an extra layer of protection. A comprehensive system of security cameras can serve as a deterrent to potential intruders or serve as evidence to help you get your stuff back if anything gets stolen.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where to place home security cameras<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you don\u2019t need to track every square foot of your house, there are certain key areas that are best to monitor with security cameras. Areas that provide access to the house or might contain valuable items and are especially important to keep tabs on. Here are some of the key locations throughout your home where you should have a camera.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Windows<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most thieves aren\u2019t going to knock on your front door to get into your home. Left unattended, windows can serve as a potential entry point for unwelcome guests. This is especially true for first-floor windows, which is why putting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-protect-your-home-while-on-vacation\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">security<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cameras near them is so important.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Front door and other entryways<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the case that a potential thief does intend to break in through the front door, it\u2019s critical that your home\u2019s main entrance is within view of a security camera. Other entrances, such as those leading in from the backyard or patio, should also be accounted for. Side and back entrances might be preferred targets because they aren\u2019t as visible to neighbors and bystanders, so make sure you have cameras with visibility in those areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Driveways<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security cameras can also be used to keep your car safe. Keep in mind that most car break-ins and thefts happen at night, so make sure your cameras have night vision capabilities. Although cameras alone might not always be enough to prevent your car from being stolen, they can definitely help you get it back. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, 34% of cars that were reported stolen within 24 hours were <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicb.org\/2023-vehicle-theft-trends-report\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recovered on the same day<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and 45% were recovered within 48 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Stairways and hallways<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may not have any valuables lying around in the halls of your house, but that doesn\u2019t mean they shouldn\u2019t be monitored. Intruders going from room to room will inevitably pass through hallways and staircases, so having visibility in these areas can help you keep eyes on them. Even if they enter through an area that isn\u2019t monitored, like a bathroom, you can still get eyes on them as they move throughout the house.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Common areas<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s also important to have security cameras in high-traffic areas like the living room or kitchen. Living rooms can house high-value items like laptops, TVs, and gaming consoles. If one of them were to turn up missing, you\u2019d probably want to have footage of the suspect. Cameras can also be incredibly useful when <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-improvement-projects-that-add-value\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">repairs <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or maintenance are taking place at your house when you\u2019re away.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where shouldn\u2019t you install security cameras?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid placing cameras where they could violate someone\u2019s privacy \u2013 inside bathrooms or bedrooms, or facing a neighbor\u2019s property.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best practices for installing security cameras<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some additional tips to keep in mind so you can get the most out of your cameras:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid aiming cameras directly at the sun; angle them toward entry points or high-traffic areas instead<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure the cameras have a clear line of sight \u2013 trim plants or remove objects blocking the lens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security cameras can act as a deterrent, so make sure they\u2019re visible<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install in corners for the largest possible field of view<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>FAQs about where to place security cameras<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s the best height to install security cameras?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ideal height of a camera depends on the target distance you want to view. For a home security camera on the first floor, make sure your cameras are at least eight feet off the ground or inside a window so they can\u2019t easily be tampered with.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should I install security cameras above or below lighting fixtures?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Positioning cameras below light fixtures illuminates the field of view without the light obstructing the camera.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should security cameras be visible or hidden?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we mentioned earlier, visible security cameras can dissuade thieves from targeting your home. However, hidden cameras can be effective because how can you tamper with a camera you can\u2019t even see?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A final note on placing security cameras in your home<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing where to place security cameras throughout your home is a great way to keep your property safe. The right setup can deter intruders from trying to enter your home or, at the very least, help you track them down along with anything they might have stolen.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find out how to keep your new home safe by learning where to place security cameras.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":557,"featured_media":104876,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[34276],"tags":[4007,3362],"coauthors":[34341],"class_list":["post-104874","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-buying-a-home","tag-home-buyer-tips","tag-safety"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v24.7 (Yoast SEO v27.7) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Where to Place Security Cameras in Your Home | Redfin<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Security cameras should be installed near entrances, driveways, and high-traffic areas. 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