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Your CCTV security system needs maintenance to ensure it operates effectively and provides reliable security for your property. Regular maintenance will extend the equipment’s lifespan and ensure it functions when you need it most. It’ll also help avoid expensive repair bills or replacement costs.
Here are our tips on maintaining your CCTV security system to keep it in the best condition.
Dirty camera lenses will affect the quality of video footage, so clean them regularly. Use a can of compressed air to blow away dirt, and gently wipe the cameras with a microfibre cloth.
Inspect the camera’s housing every few months to ensure it’s still watertight.
Cameras can shift over time due to wind and vibrations. Regularly check the position of each camera and adjust the angle if necessary to ensure it covers the intended area.
Inspect all cables for signs of wear and tear, such as fraying or exposed wires. Replace any damaged cables immediately to prevent loss of power or signal. Also, check the cable connectors to ensure the camera, monitor, and other system components are receiving power.
Check that your CCTV system’s power supply is stable regularly and always after a thunderstorm or power cut.
Frequently check the connectors for signs of corrosion. If you spot any corrosion, replace the connector immediately.
A CCTV system that isn’t recording is useless! Check the recording system at least monthly but more frequently if you can.
Power outages can disrupt the timestamp settings of your CCTV system. Check the DVR/NVR is generating the correct date and time. If you need to pinpoint the time of an incident you’ll need to know the timestamp is accurate.
Check your recording devices’ storage capacity to ensure enough space to store footage. If necessary, consider upgrading your storage.
Regular maintenance of your CCTV security system is essential to protect your property effectively. Diarise these routine maintenance tasks to make sure you don’t forget them.
If you’d rather leave your CCTV maintenance to the experts, get in touch. We provide CCTV maintenance and servicing.
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