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  1. Superior Security Experts

    Interesting DIY solution to security cameras

    I hope you are joking.
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    Help choosing kit for low price customers

    Or this? Same brand. 8 MP 4-Camera 95’ IR IP Security Kit, with 4-Channel NVR and 1TB HDD
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    Help choosing kit for low price customers

    Ok. I always thought these kits are junk but most residential customers just don’t want to spend much when they see all the diy stuff out there. Running wire from spool is how I will do it anyway. Anyone know if this is decent or who makes it?5 MP 65’ IR 6-Camera HD Security System with...
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    Help choosing kit for low price customers

    Hi guys. I just started own biz recently. Currently I use hik via alibi-observint technologies. My biggest challenge is residential customers who don’t want to spend much. I need to offer a reliable hardwired kit that has a low cost. Any suggestions? No junk.
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    Review-Dahua IPC-HFW1831C-PIR 4k Mini Bullet

    Hi guys. Can anyone recommend a turret kit that’s reliable but inexpensive? I usually use hik via alibi-observint technologies but need something for my lower price resi customers. Alibi started carrying a low price line called HDVISION. Who makes it? Decent quality?
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    Camera Choice - Price vs Expectations - Winners Losers and Whingers!

    I’ve been using alibi-Observint technologies. I think most of their line is hikvision? Or maybe some Dahua? I need a recommendation for a reliable line of equipment for my customers. Trying to compete with diy is tough. So need cheap cost but pretty reliable. It seems like Dahua is the way to...
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    $2M House Install (est. 1925)

    Did you end up finding a way to install this? I’ve done a couple homes similar construction near Chicago. bomb shelters I like to call them. There’s always a way. Just have to get creative. If it’s in this guys budget I will travel to help w install and or design. I subcontract tricky...
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    Pulling Wire for Newbies without Damaging Walls

    Be careful with the long flex bits. You don’t want to pop out in the wrong spot. My first job out of training back in ‘98 I drilled out this guys kitchen wall and through floor a foot away. Lol. Plaster and lath is the toughest.
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    Pulling Wire for Newbies without Damaging Walls

    Depends on where you’re putting the cameras and layout of home. Some are easy and some you need an experienced wire fisherman to figure it out. Not many of them out there if it’s a two story with finished basement or slab. But, a one story house you can mount camera under the overhang and if the...
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    Help Surv Co Owner Design his home system?

    You own a surveillance company and don’t have a fisherman? That’s my specialty. Old school Brinks Home Security installer ‘98. Everything was hardwired then. Just left adt and started my own biz 6 months ago. I’d be happy to take the drive and do your install. While I’m there I can show your...
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    Help Surv Co Owner Design his home system?

    You own a surveillance company and don’t have a fisherman? That’s my specialty. Old school Brinks Home Security installer ‘98. Everything was hardwired then. Just left adt and started my own biz 6 months ago. I’d be happy to take the drive and do your install. While I’m there I can show your...
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    Hello! New guy, need help with some decisions

    Are you going to run all the wires? Hardwired is definitely the way to go. It’s just sometimes worth hiring someone who knows what they’re doing if you haven’t done this type of work before. You should hide the wires and make sure they don’t get pinched. I’ve seen too many diy where the wires...