Need advice on security camera
Aug 20, 2023 09:24:44 #
I have an old farmhouse that sits unattended. The vandals are destroying it. The sheriff's office suggested I put in a security camera, but I have no electricity there. So I assume it will require a solar panel. What sort of inexpensive security camera could I put up (brand name, model, etc.) that I could use images from to prosecute the vandals? And where on earth could I put it that the vandals wouldn't simply steal the camera! Also, since there's no power there, how do I keep it running? And since I live thousands of miles away, how do I monitor it?
Aug 20, 2023 09:36:50 #
AzPicLady wrote:
I have an old farmhouse that sits unattended. The... (show quote)
I would put your money in to upgrading it with electricity and water then rent the property out to someone to live in and be responsible for, or simply just sell the property and get what money you can out of it. Vandals are bad but squatters could be far worse.
Aug 20, 2023 09:58:47 #
Aug 20, 2023 10:15:40 #
Aug 20, 2023 10:27:21 #
AzPicLady wrote:
I have an old farmhouse that sits unattended. The... (show quote)
Fix it up and rent it out.
Aug 20, 2023 10:31:39 #
Contact a local nature organization that might have similar structures and see what equipment they use if electricity is not available. Massachusetts Audubon may be one to check out. Just make sure that the sheriff and local DA will actually prosecute the bad guys captured on the cameras before you spend $$$.
Aug 20, 2023 10:47:07 #
lamiaceae wrote:
I would put your money in to upgrading it with electricity and water then rent the property out to someone to live in and be responsible for, or simply just sell the property and get what money you can out of it. Vandals are bad but squatters could be far worse.
Renters are the ones who caused the vandalism. Getting water and power back is WAY beyond my means. Selling it is out of the question, as it is our old homestead and has been in the family since 1835. So thanks, for responding, but no.
Aug 20, 2023 10:59:56 #
AzPicLady wrote:
Renters are the ones who caused the vandalism. Getting water and power back is WAY beyond my means. Selling it is out of the question, as it is our old homestead and has been in the family since 1835. So thanks, for responding, but no.
So what will a security camera provide?
Knowing that the property was damaged quicker?
How quickly will law enforcement respond to possible vandalism when they are overwhelmed by more pressing matters.
I am not raining on your parade just being realistic.
What purpose do you see the cameras being used for?
Record
Reporting
Instant response through an alarm making noise to scare off criminals if they care.
Not sure how just a camera will change things.
Then we can decide what system.
Aug 20, 2023 11:03:05 #
There are cordless security cameras, but all they will record are pictures of vandals wearing hoodies. If they spot the camera, they'll either steal or destroy it.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=cordless+ssecurity+cameras&crid=2RT7J8N9OY0XO&sprefix=cordless+ssecurity+camera%2Caps%2C497&ref=nb_sb_noss_2
Maybe a silly suggestion, but old lumber can fetch decent prices.
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=cordless+ssecurity+cameras&crid=2RT7J8N9OY0XO&sprefix=cordless+ssecurity+camera%2Caps%2C497&ref=nb_sb_noss_2
Maybe a silly suggestion, but old lumber can fetch decent prices.
Aug 20, 2023 12:37:59 #
Architect1776 wrote:
So what will a security camera provide? br Knowing... (show quote)
With due respect to the OP, who on earth would check the cameras and how often?
Dennis
Aug 20, 2023 12:42:55 #
AzPicLady wrote:
I have an old farmhouse that sits unattended. The... (show quote)
Unless you plan on using it someday, find the youngest person in your family and give it to them.
Aug 20, 2023 12:55:15 #
I think Ring cameras are cordless, and recordon the cloud, so you can access them from anywhere, and stealing them won't helpthe vandals. I'd check them out. I think they are from Amazon.
Aug 20, 2023 13:12:49 #
dennis2146 wrote:
With due respect to the OP, who on earth would check the cameras and how often?
Dennis
Dennis
Could they be accessed by phone like a ring camera no matter where you are?
Aug 20, 2023 14:06:18 #
Wyze.com several to choose from - you can put a micro SD card in them and they can transmit to the web (although you probably don't have a WIFi connection if you have no power). BUT - if you are renting it out I doubt it is legal to record without consent and if you do anyway it will be in-admissible in court.
Aug 20, 2023 14:54:01 #
Architect1776 wrote:
Could they be accessed by phone like a ring camera no matter where you are?
I really have no idea.
Another thing to consider is the cost of the vandalism taking place. If it is perhaps some beer cans left on the property that is one thing. If buildings are being torn down, windows broken and so on, that is something else.
Dennis
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