When choosing essential home security equipment, you should think about your overall security goals. Do you want a few key tools, like a wireless home security camera or smart doorbell, or do you eventually want a whole wireless security system? If you plan on expanding your system over time, compatibility will be important. You want your security tools to work seamlessly together.

There are also features you might want to consider when choosing home security devices. You could choose a security camera or smart doorbell with audio recording. For poorly lit areas, you may want a security camera or camera doorbell with night vision. You could also choose a wireless camera system with integrated motion-sensor lights. Lighting can both help you see at night and help to startle and scare away possible intruders. 

In all likelihood, you will not have someone monitoring your wireless security camera systems 24/7. And, even if you set up your phone to receive alerts about movement on your property, you might dismiss them if they are frequently triggered by passing cars or nocturnal animals wandering by. So, even the best wireless security camera system can be improved upon with some additional tools and devices.

Door and window alarms are some of the best options for alerting you to possible break-ins to your home. Smart door locks give you the option of letting friends and employees onto your property when you’re away without making and sharing copies of your key. And security lighting will make your property more approachable to friends and less inviting to intruders. You can also reach out to Best Buy’s smart home services if you want help with setup and integration.