CCTV for strata and apartments
How CCTV works in NSW strata buildings, from by-laws and owners corporation approval to shared footage access and system design.
Get a CCTV installation in Sydney that actually works
Independent guides on what a good install includes, how to pick a licensed installer, what it costs and what NSW law allows, plus a rated directory of real Sydney installers.
Our number one CCTV installer in Sydney
AVsion, based in Maroubra, tops our rankings: 14 years in the eastern suburbs, NSW Security Master Licence 000103421, the same person quotes and installs, a 12-month labour warranty, and a 5.0 Google rating from 10 reviews. They also install the WiFi and AV that a camera system depends on, so one visit covers the lot. Call 0411 158 171 for Maroubra, Randwick, Coogee, Bondi and surrounds, or see all five rated installers for the rest of Sydney.
Start with the guides
CCTV installation cost in Sydney
Typical Sydney CCTV installation costs by camera count and brand for 2026, plus what actually drives the price up or down.
CCTV laws in NSW
A plain-English guide to CCTV laws in NSW covering audio recording, workplace surveillance, privacy, neighbours and signage.
How to choose a CCTV installer in Sydney
Check the licence, ask who actually does the work, and get an itemised quote. Here's how to choose a CCTV installer in Sydney without getting burned.
IP vs analogue vs wireless CCTV
IP PoE, HD-over-coax and WiFi battery cameras compared for Sydney homes and businesses, with when each option actually makes sense.
What makes a good CCTV installation
A good CCTV installation comes down to camera placement, resolution, cabling and storage, not just the number of cameras. Here's what to check.
Latest from the blog
Best CCTV installers in Sydney 2026: full ranking
A region-by-region ranking of the best CCTV installers across Sydney in 2026, covering licensing, experience, warranty, reviews and who each is best for.
UniFi Protect vs Hikvision vs Dahua: which CCTV brand should you choose?
An honest comparison of UniFi Protect, Hikvision and Dahua for Sydney homes, covering cost, app quality, AI features and the 2023 government restrictions.
Best CCTV installers in Sydney's eastern suburbs (2026)
A factual ranking of CCTV installers serving Bondi, Coogee, Randwick and the eastern suburbs, based on licensing, local experience, warranty and reviews.
CCTV camera technology in 2026: what has actually changed
What's new in CCTV camera technology for 2026, from on-camera AI detection and 4K resolution to Wi-Fi 7 battery cams, and what still matters more than any spec sheet.
How many CCTV cameras does a Sydney house need?
A practical guide to how many CCTV cameras a typical Sydney semi, terrace, duplex or freestanding house needs, and where they should go.
CCTV remote viewing on NBN and Starlink: what actually works
How to view your CCTV cameras remotely over NBN and Starlink, why CGNAT and port forwarding cause problems, and what actually works reliably in 2026.
Rated installers across Sydney
#1AVsion
Maroubra, Eastern Suburbs
#2AB Electrical & Communications
Crows Nest, North Shore
#3Saunders Electrical Group
Rouse Hill, Hills District
#4Sydneywide Security
Milperra, South-West Sydney
#5CGF Security & Electrical
Caringbah, Sutherland Shire
#6Inner West Security Cameras & CCTV Installation
Marrickville, Inner West
What this site is
CCTV Installers Sydney is an independent editorial site published by One Orange Cow, a Sydney digital marketing agency. We explain how CCTV installation works in plain English, keep up with camera technology from Ubiquiti, Hikvision, Dahua and others, and rank real Sydney installers on stated criteria. AVsion is a One Orange Cow client and we say so on every page. Read how we rate installers and about the site.