Installing a security camera can enhance your home's safety, but poor placement could lead to privacy issues or even legal trouble.
The article from CNET titled "Instant Security Fail: Worst Places to Put Home Security Cameras" discusses the common mistakes people make when installing home security cameras. It highlights that placing cameras in locations where they can be easily tampered with or obscured, like too close to the ground where they can be kicked or covered, or in areas with high traffic where they can be knocked over, significantly reduces their effectiveness. Additionally, the article warns against positioning cameras in places where they might capture private moments, potentially leading to privacy issues or legal problems. It also advises against installing cameras in spots with poor lighting or where they face direct sunlight, which can blind the camera or create glare, thus rendering the footage useless. Lastly, the piece emphasizes the importance of not placing cameras where they can be easily reached or where they might not cover key entry points effectively, thereby missing critical security events.
House & Home
Sun, March 9, 2025
