Where to Place Your Home Security Camera

Installing a home security camera system gives families peace of mind in today’s unpredictable times. However, even the most expensive cameras become useless if placed in the wrong spots. The best CCTV camera placement for home is never random; it follows proven rules that cover blind spots, reduce false recordings, and make footage actually usable when you need it most.

Let’s walk through the ideal locations for security cameras so your family and property stay truly protected.

Main Entrance

Your front door is the number one entry point used in 80% of break-ins across Pakistan. Place a camera directly above or beside the main gate/door at a height of 8 to 10 feet. This height keeps it out of reach of tampering while giving a clear face shot of anyone who approaches.

• Mount it to capture the face, not just the top of the head.
• Angle it slightly downward (about 15 to 20 degrees) for perfect identification.
• Use a camera with night vision and motion detection so you get instant alerts on your phone, even at 3 a.m.

Pro tip: If you have a porch or boundary wall gate, install one camera facing the pedestrian gate and another covering the car porch entrance. Double coverage leaves no chance for intruders.

Back Door and Side Entrances

Criminals in Pakistan often avoid the front door and target back or side entrances that neighbors can’t easily see. Every back door, kitchen door, or servant-quarter entrance deserves its own camera.

• Position the camera high enough to avoid being blocked by plants or furniture.
• Make sure the lens covers the entire doorway plus a few feet of the pathway leading to it.
• Weatherproof cameras are a must here because these areas face direct rain and dust in the monsoon season.

Windows on the Ground Floor and First Floor

Windows facing alleys, backyards, or streets with low foot traffic are easy targets. Place cameras to cover:

• All ground-floor windows can be reached from the outside.
• First-floor windows that are close to pipes, trees, or adjacent roofs (common climbing routes in Pakistani cities).

Install the camera inside the house, looking out (to prevent smashing), or outside at a 45-degree angle, covering multiple windows at once.

Driveway and Car Porch

Vehicle theft and vandalism are rising. The ideal location for security cameras here is:

• One camera mounted on the boundary wall or under the roof, facing the entire driveway.
• Another wide-angle camera covers both the car porch and the main gate.
• Use 4K cameras in this zone; clear number plate reading at night can help solve cases quickly.

Robberies often happen without surveillance on driveways or car porches. If you’re planning to install a CCTV camera, it’s best to do it soon. You can find high-quality Wi-Fi CCTV cameras at Orient CCTV, where we offer a selection from the top brands.

Backyard, Garden, and Terrace

Open backyards and terraces are favorite entry points in independent houses and farmhouses. Cover them with:

• High-mounted cameras on the rear wall looking down.
• PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras are used if the area is large.
• Motion-activated floodlight cameras, the sudden bright light alone deters most intruders.

Common Areas Inside the House

While outdoor coverage is priority number one, many Pakistani families now install cameras in hallways, living rooms, and staircases to monitor domestic staff activity or keep an eye on children and elderly parents.

• Place them in corners at ceiling height for maximum coverage.
• Always inform family members and helpers; transparency builds trust.

Where NOT to Place Your Security Cameras

Avoid these common mistakes:

• Too low (easy to tamper or spray paint)
• Directly facing the sun (causes glare and overexposure)
• Pointing at the neighbor’s house (legal and ethical issue under Pakistan’s privacy laws)
• Behind glass without “night vision disable” mode (IR reflection ruins night footage)

Tips for Effective Camera Placement

Getting the placement perfect, especially when deciding where to install CCTV at home, isn’t just about sticking a camera on the wall and hoping for the best. Professional installers across the cities follow these simple yet powerful tips. Follow them, and your system will actually work when you need it most.

1. Always Use a Slight Downward Angle (15 to 25 Degrees)

Never point the camera straight ahead or upward. A slight downward tilt captures clear facial images and license plates while reducing glare from the sky. Upward angles only record the tops of heads or caps, which are useless for identification.

2. Overlap Your Coverage Zones by at Least 20–30%

The edge of one camera should slightly overlap with the next. This eliminates blind spots, especially at corners and gates. In Pakistani homes with L-shaped driveways or multiple entrances, overlapping coverage is non-negotiable.

3. Test Day and Night Views Before Making Anything Permanent

After mounting, open the live view on your phone at noon, at sunset, and at midnight. Check for glare, washed-out images, or dark corners. Adjust the angle immediately; drilling new holes later is painful and expensive.

4. Keep Cameras Visible

Hidden cameras only help after a crime has happened. A clearly visible camera (even a dummy one in some cases) makes 70 to 80% of opportunistic thieves move on to an easier target. In Pakistan, visible cameras on boundary walls have proven to dramatically reduce break-in attempts.

5. Invest in Weatherproof, Heavy-Duty Mounting Brackets

Cheap Rs. 200 to 300 brackets rust and break in humid conditions within one monsoon season. Use stainless-steel or powder-coated brackets that can handle heat, rain, and dust storms for years.

Your Final Pre-Launch Checklist

Before you relax and say “system is live,” run through this quick checklist. Thousands of Pakistani homeowners skip these steps and regret it later.

• All entry points (main gate, back door, side doors, servant entrance) fully covered? ✓
• Driveway, car porch, and parked vehicles clearly visible, including number plates? ✓
• No direct sunlight, streetlight, or tubelight shining straight into the lens? ✓
• Motion detection zones properly set to ignore the road and trees, only triggering on your property? ✓
• Are remote viewing and instant alerts working smoothly on every family member’s phone? ✓
• Recording storage (NVR/SD card/cloud) tested and confirmed for at least 15–30 days? ✓
• Camera firmware updated and strong, unique passwords set? ✓

Once you can confidently tick every box, press that “Arm System” button with complete peace of mind.

Final Thoughts

Protecting your home in Pakistan starts with smart home surveillance camera positioning that covers every door, window, and driveway without leaving blind spots. Visible, correctly angled cameras not only record evidence but also deter crime before it happens. Invest a little time in planning today, and give your family the gift of safety and peace of mind for years to come. Stay secure. For the best prices and original-branded cameras, including the latest Dahua models, go to our website. You can also call our team for a free consultation and quotation on the Dahua Camera price in Pakistan today. Let’s secure your home now!