Shop Security System

[Lynn]

What are you guys using for shop security system?

My shop is about 120 yards from the house.

There is no land line.

Would like to monitor with my phone.


Talked to someone at SimpliSafe today. Looks like about $300 for equipment and $24.99 per month to monitor.

I was a bit turned off as the sales assoc. said I could get a 30% discount if I sign up today. I hate pressure tactics.

[Mr. Chevy]

I would recommend Ring or Wyze Security Cameras but if the building is that far from the house you may not get good reception from the router with these cameras. They do work very well and all you would pay is a minimal monthly fee for the Cloud backup service.

Rich

[NorCam]

There are a few components to a good security system.


High Security Locks - The Physical Aspect (Keep them on the outside)
Monitored Alarm Systems - Electronic Detection (serves as a good deterrent)
Camera Systems - Video Support of Incidents (Does little to deter now-a-days)


Being a security professional, I usually recommend a bit of each. Install a few high-security locks with restricted keys, install a monitored alarm to protect the building, and install good quality cameras (not the cheap import crap).

If your shop is a ways from the house, you can also install a line of site wireless bridge which includes a transmitter w/ receiver. This will provide excellent wireless coverage from the shop to the house so you can run multiple data feeds. I have 4 cameras in and around my shop and it all communicates through a secure wireless bridge.

[WILMASBOYL78]

We bought a system from Get Safe...worked OK. There is an app for your phone or computer....full array of sensors and gizmos.

Service was $24.99/month... https://www.getsafe.com/home-security-systems/

There are other great systems available from Colt, Smith & Wesson and Ruger :flag::wink:

[wheelhop]

AR-15 would work better from 120 yards!

[lbnaz]

Guardline makes good driveway and area monitors. They have two models 500' and 1/4 mile range. One monitor can have four sensors. Works great letting you know if someone or thing is out there. Gotta keep them high enough so coyotes can pass. Larry

[Crush]

Get one of these very effective, but they do eat a lot

[carnut4life]

I've got a 4 camera system that I can bring up on my TV screen in the house or my phone with excellent clarity day or night. You can set-up your own preferred security lines across the doors and windows virtually and if anything breaks the line it automatically sends an alert to your phone. My system was was $1000 installed and has no monthly fee. My only regret about it is that I didn't get it sooner!

[Crush]

I've got a 4 camera system that I can bring up on my TV screen in the house or my phone with excellent clarity day or night. You can set-up your own preferred security lines across the doors and windows virtually and if anything breaks the line it automatically sends an alert to your phone. My system was was $1000 installed and has no monthly fee. My only regret about it is that I didn't get it sooner!

What’s the brand name

[carnut4life]

I'm not sure Crush, I'll check when I get back home Wednesday night and let you know.

[carnut4life]

Below is the link to the place that installed mine, I believe the brand is Dahua?

https://www.southerniowatechnologies.com/camera-systems/

[DaveC68]

Looking into Eufy system for garage and house, It rates pretty high for home camera system, cameras are battery powered and last 180 days and 365 depending on model. No monitoring fees, they record sound as well. Monitor on your smart phone. https://www.amazon.com/stores/eufy/EUFYSECURITY/page/839261F6-BEFE-43B6-8BBC-FB51054C0E9B

[Lynn]

I am guessing there are some additional advances in security systems.

In addition to camaras, I want something that will automatically dial the police if there is a break in. Even though my shop has not land line or internet service, I understand I can get an alarm that uses a sim card about the size of a credit card, and that the stand alone card costs like 10 bucks a month.

Any down side?

[Lynn]

Reason I am posting:

I was reminded this morning how important a security system will be once I get some expensive things in there. I have talked about the Shorts (B.D. Short and his father) who own Shorts Auto Repair here in Guthrie. Before they owned the building, it was Austin Chevrolet. We have at least one member whose car was purchased new in Austin Chevrolet. The elder Mr. Short worked at Austin starting in 1955 and stayed working (on a limited basis) with his son until he passed about a year ago.

B.D. rents our a small warehouse for storage. It is about two blocks from my shop, but MUCH less visible. The one thing I have going for the shop is that it is very well lit on all sides, AND there is a dive bar right across the street so someone is always coming and going at night.

Well, the damn thieves broke into B.D.’s warehouse and stole multiple vehicles (including his father’s cherry 62 Chevy) and tons of equipment. There are some security cameras in the area (BD had none) and the local constabulary is reviewing footage. Hoping something comes up.

[Pro Stock John]

Man that sucks you are understandably paranoid.

I'd say just to build on the comments..

-Motion sensor lights, light the bastards up and then the camera footage will be useful
-Locks or chains through the big door track.
-Make sure your entry door frame is up to task. A baddy with a crowbar can make short work of a cheap door by just bending the door frame out a half inch.
-Find out how the robbers accessed the other guy's place and make sure that aspect of your building is secure.