# CCTV & Security Systems — Drummoyne, NSW 2047
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IP CCTV design, installation and configuration

See what's happening around your home or business from your phone. We design, install and configure IP CCTV — 4K cameras, PoE NVR, remote viewing, real night vision — with neat cabling and no rooftop mess.

## Local context
Drummoyne sits in Inner West, Sydney. Postcode 2047, coordinates -33.8534, 151.1548.
Nearby landmarks: Birkenhead Point, Bayrun foreshore path.
Common property types: waterfront apartments, Federation homes, medium-density units.
We also service: Strathfield, Strathfield South, Homebush, Homebush West, Burwood, Croydon.

## What's included
- 4K IP CCTV camera design and install (Hikvision, Dahua, Uniview)
- PoE network video recorder (NVR) setup with app viewing
- True IR night vision and low-light colour cameras
- Doorbell and intercom camera integration
- Existing analogue upgrade to IP
- On-site playback, cloud backup and mobile access

## Overview
A properly designed CCTV system is a burglary deterrent, an evidence tool, and a way to check on the property from anywhere. We design and install IP CCTV — 4K cameras over PoE cabling to a hard-wired NVR — not battery Wi-Fi cameras that drop out when you need them most. Every install includes on-site local recording (30-60 days), mobile app viewing, and optional cloud backup for critical footage.
Camera choice matters more than resolution. We spec turret or dome cameras for the front and back of the property, a wide-angle bullet for the driveway, and a low-light colour camera for the darkest approach — with true IR (not just "night mode" that greys out at 5m). Doorbells, intercoms and access-control cameras integrate with the same NVR so you have one app for everything.
As registered ACMA cablers we run the CAT6 neatly through the roof space and down internal walls, with the NVR in a cupboard, garage or comms cabinet — no exposed cable, no daisy-chained power supplies, no ugly rooftop conduit. Full walk-through on the app included on hand-over.

## Fixed pricing
$1,200–$6,500 AUD per system. Workmanship warranty 24 months. Typical on-site duration ~6 hours.

## Symptoms we hear about
- No coverage of side gates or driveway
- Old analogue system with grainy footage
- NVR full and overwriting evidence

## Common causes
- Poor camera placement
- Legacy 720p cameras
- Undersized storage

## How we handle it
1. **Site walk** — We map coverage, identify blind spots and confirm cable paths.
2. **Design** — Camera count, resolution, storage retention and remote-viewing spec confirmed in writing.
3. **Install** — Cat6 pulled to each camera position, NVR installed, cameras aimed and focused.
4. **Handover** — Mobile app configured, retention verified, one-page cheat sheet supplied.

## Applicable standards
- AS/NZS 3000:2018 — extra-low voltage wiring
- NSW Surveillance Devices Act 2007

## Recent anonymised jobs
### Four-camera system with mobile access
An owner in Drummoyne wanted eyes on the driveway and both side gates. We ran cabling from a discreet NVR position to four PoE cameras, aimed each for plate-readable coverage and set up phone alerts. Jobs like this between Birkenhead Point and Bayrun foreshore path are part of our regular Drummoyne run, so callouts here rarely wait long. Postcode 2047 is on our daily Inner West run, and every cctv security job there is quoted up front and completed to AS/NZS 3000.
Outcome: Four PoE cameras recording locally, mobile alerts configured.. Approx. 420 minutes on site.

### 4-camera PoE system for a freestanding home
A family in Drummoyne wanted full coverage of their front, side and back yard. We ran shielded Cat6 to four PoE cameras, mounted an NVR in the garage and set up remote viewing on their phones. The property sits a short drive from Birkenhead Point, in a pocket of Inner West we're working in most weeks. Drummoyne falls inside postcode 2047 on our Inner West route, so we quote up front and finish to AS/NZS 3000 with a compliance certificate.
Outcome: Four-camera coverage installed, remote viewing configured.. Approx. 300 minutes on site.

## FAQs
**How many cameras do I need?**
Most homes are well covered by 4-6 cameras: front door, driveway, side access, backyard, and (optionally) an internal downstairs zone. Larger properties or businesses usually run 8-16.

**How much does a CCTV install cost in Sydney?**
A neatly installed 4-camera 4K IP system with NVR and app viewing starts around $2,200. 8-camera systems from $3,400. Commercial systems with access control or ANPR are quoted per site.

**Can I view the cameras on my phone?**
Yes — every install includes mobile app setup on your phone, with push notifications on motion, live viewing and playback from anywhere.

**How long does the footage stay?**
Standard configuration keeps 30-60 days of continuous recording locally on the NVR hard drive. Optional cloud backup preserves motion clips longer for critical events.

**IP or analogue — what should I install?**
IP over PoE, every time. It's higher resolution, uses one cable per camera, is easier to expand, and integrates with doorbells and access control. Analogue is legacy tech we only recommend when reusing existing coax on a budget.

**Can you upgrade my existing analogue system?**
Yes — either full replacement to IP/PoE, or a hybrid recorder that keeps your existing coax for some cameras while adding IP cameras where you need higher resolution.

**Are you a registered cabler?**
Yes — registered ACMA cabler, which is legally required in Australia for any CCTV/data cabling work.

## Reviews
Aggregate: 5/5 across 195 Google reviews.
- Shirish Shetty (5/5, 2026-06-01): Absolutely outstanding electrician and genuinely one of the best people to work with. He diagnosed and fixed the issue within a couple of hours. He was professional, efficient, and reliable.
- Jie Z (Jessica) (5/5, 2026-06-01): VERY HIGHLY recommend! We had an issue with power at home and needed someone urgently to restore the electricity service. They responded quickly, showed up on time, and got everything back up and running without any hassle.
- Vin J (5/5, 2026-03-01): I highly recommend Joe, he's very skilled, kind and does honest work. He did a massive last minute job for us, installing an entire 17.4kw ducted aircon system after our old unit broke.
- Jennifer Cornish (5/5, 2025-11-01): Exceptional Service - Highly Recommend! I contacted Joe from Empire Electrical to install new powerpoints and downlights. His professionalism, punctuality, and thoroughness stood out.
- Jasmin Cumming (5/5, 2025-07-01): I am so glad I called Empire Electrical. Joe is a very honest person which is hard to come by. He explained everything to me and charged me an incredibly fair price.