Video Surveillance Systems buying tips from other BuyerZone users

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Match your DVR to your cameras

"Make sure and do your research with your internet service provider to verify what DVR and camera system requirements it will support before you make a purchase. Many are not compatible with each other, such as requiring a static IP address in order to view your DVR from another computer online."

- Cathy, Business Services, Salem, OR

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Get a site visit for the most accurate analysis

"In cases of buying security surveillance it is best to have a customer representative visit the site to accurately analyze your needs based on the environment of your home or business."

- Jay Sanders, Agriculture, St. Paul, OR

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Apply the basics of comparison shopping

"Shop as many sources as time allows, and compare quality and service, as well as price."

- Dan Larsen, Legal, Omaha, NE

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Demand a detailed cost breakdown

"Be sure to get a budget proposal that specifies each and every one of the line items. That way, you can compare prices with other production companies and also keep track on things when you go over budget.

1 out of 10 companies I talked was finally able to do that without any request. That is a way to find out who'd screw you over and who's not."

- Andrea, Media/Entertainment/Publishing, Los Angeles, CA

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Don't cheap out

"Never buy the cheapest system. Buy the best you can and you won't regret it."

- Terry Vaughn, Retail, Alton, IL

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