Homeowners today are asking one big question: what is the real cost to install camera system protection that feels seamless, secure, and future-proof? At CountBricks, we approach the answer the same way we approach any residential construction scope—by blending on-site expertise with our AI-driven estimating engine. The result is cost clarity before a single wire is run.
Hardware
• Entry-level wired camera (indoor): $45–$75 each
• Weather-rated outdoor camera with night vision: $120–$250 each
• 4K pan–tilt–zoom smart camera: $325–$500 each
System Backbone
• Network Video Recorder (8-channel): $200–$450
• PoE switch & structured cabling per drop: $60–$110
Labor
• Camera mounting & aiming per unit: 0.75–1.25 labor hours
• Attic or crawl routing per homerun: 0.5–1.0 labor hours
Integration & Commissioning
• Mobile app pairing, zone naming, homeowner orientation: $150–$300
CountBricks data from hundreds of recent installs shows a five-camera, NVR-based package falls between $1,850 and $3,600 installed. Variance is driven by camera quality, attic accessibility, and desired smart-home integrations.
Traditional security bids often hide behind allowance language. CountBricks removes that guesswork by pairing voice-to-estimate capture with real-time material pricing feeds. While you walk the property and speak with our estimator, every camera spec, cable length, and network component is converted into a live cost model on your tablet.
1. On-site voice dictation captures scope in seconds
2. CountBricks AI suggests optimal camera counts and placements
3. Our pricing engine pulls current hardware and labor rates by ZIP code
4. You receive a professional PDF quote within minutes—no waiting days for revisions
• Finished ceilings can triple cable routing time compared to open framing
• Two-story elevations require lift rental or staging, adding $200–$400 per day
• Historic homes may need surface-mounted conduit to protect plaster walls
Bundle Wiring
Running low-voltage lines for cameras while other trades rough-in electrical or HVAC ducts cuts average pull costs by 28%.
Select Hybrid Systems
Mixing two wired perimeter cameras with Wi-Fi interior units keeps deterrence high and installation hours low.
Leverage Existing Infrastructure
Repurposing coax from legacy doorbells or satellite lines for Ethernet-over-coax can save $70 per cable drop.
• Insurance discounts: Many carriers offer 5–15% policy reductions when a monitored system is verified by a contractor like CountBricks.
• Resale appeal: MLS data shows listings advertising a professionally installed camera system close 9 days faster on average.
• Maintenance savings: Modern PoE setups allow remote firmware pushes, reducing service calls by 40% over Wi-Fi-only kits.
The Rivera family contacted CountBricks.com/consultation after a local break-in. Our AI takeoff recommended six 4K cameras, leveraging attic runs routed during an ongoing attic insulation project. Final contract: $3,240. Installation completed in one day, with a live demonstration streamed to the client at work. Insurance premium dropped $312 annually—system payback in just over ten years.
1. Virtual pre-design call and AI blueprint takeoff
2. On-site verification and materials drop
3. Rough-in cabling alongside other trades
4. Trim-out, aiming, and app onboarding
5. Final walkthrough and cloud backup enrollment
• Ask for PoE-powered cameras to eliminate unsightly wall warts
• Specify vandal-resistant housings on first-floor angles
• Reserve at least 20% spare channels on the NVR for future expansion
Calculating the cost to install camera system doesn’t have to be a mystery. At CountBricks, we let data drive every dollar. Request a same-day voice consultation at CountBricks.com/services and see your numbers appear in real time. Your home deserves smart security built on smarter estimating.
Many homeowners decide to upgrade surveillance when they remodel kitchens, add a bonus room, or finish a basement. CountBricks excels at weaving camera infrastructure into broader residential construction scopes without blowing the budget.
• Structured cabling is routed before drywall, avoiding costly retrofits
• We collaborate with electricians so PoE lines land in shared junction boxes, reducing penetrations
• Our estimators preload camera backplates into framing plans created during CountBricks AI blueprint takeoffs
During a recent CountBricks kitchen expansion, the homeowner added three indoor cameras. Because our team was already onsite, incremental labor was only 1.5 hours, saving $285 compared with a standalone visit. Integrated design keeps the cost to install camera system lean and predictable.
1. Oversize conduit paths so next-gen cables slide in effortlessly
2. Specify 4K sensors today; firmware improvements will unlock higher clarity tomorrow
3. Ask CountBricks to commission VLANs on your router, separating security traffic from streaming media for smoother playback
CountBricks isn’t just an estimator—we are your construction technology partner. Whether you are adding a porch, finishing an attic, or building new, our AI tools forecast the precise material and labor deltas of embedding a professional surveillance system. Visit CountBricks.com/portfolio to see more integrated security projects, and schedule your personalized walkthrough at CountBricks.com/consultation today.
