Security Cameras and CCTV Systems in Washington, DC
RBD Security designs and installs security camera systems for rowhouses, condo and apartment buildings, offices, storefronts and gated properties across Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia. We install IP cameras from Axis, Hanwha, LTS, Pelco, Panasonic, EverFocus and Cisco, with local recording on an NVR, cloud recording, or both. We plan camera placement around what you need to see, run the cable, set up remote viewing, and pull permits when a job needs one. Call (202) 709-9466.
Types of Security Camera Products
Types of Security Camera Products
IP Cameras
- High Definition: Capture clear and detailed footage with high-resolution IP cameras.
- Remote Viewing: Access live and recorded footage from anywhere using your smartphone or computer.
- Integration Capabilities: Easily integrate with other security systems for comprehensive protection.
CCTV Systems
- Real-Time Monitoring: Monitor your property in real-time with reliable CCTV systems.
- Scalability: Expand your system as needed to cover larger areas or additional properties.
- Durability: Built to withstand various environmental conditions for continuous performance.
Dome Cameras
- Discreet Design: Blend seamlessly with your property’s aesthetic while providing 360-degree coverage.
- Vandal-Resistant: Engineered to resist tampering and vandalism.
- Indoor and Outdoor Use: Suitable for both indoor and outdoor surveillance.
Bullet Cameras
- Long-Range Vision: Ideal for covering long distances and capturing detailed images.
- Weatherproof: Designed to endure harsh weather conditions.
- High Visibility: Serve as a visible deterrent to potential intruders.
PTZ Cameras
- Pan, Tilt, Zoom: Provide comprehensive coverage with the ability to pan, tilt, and zoom in on specific areas.
- Remote Control: Control camera movements remotely for flexible monitoring.
- Advanced Features: Include motion detection and auto-tracking capabilities.
Wireless Cameras
- Easy Installation: No need for extensive wiring, making installation quick and hassle-free.
- Flexible Placement: Place cameras anywhere within range of the wireless network.
- Secure Transmission: Ensure secure data transmission with encrypted wireless signals.
Security Camera Accessories
Enhance the functionality and effectiveness of your security cameras with our range of accessories, including:
- NVRs and DVRs: Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and Digital Video Recorders (DVRs) for storing and managing footage.
- Mounting Brackets: Secure and position cameras for optimal coverage.
- Power Supplies: Ensure continuous operation with reliable power sources.
- Cables and Connectors: High-quality cables and connectors for seamless installation.
Security Camera Brands
RBD Security installs and services cameras and recorders from:
- Axis Communications: IP cameras, multi-sensor and PTZ cameras, door stations
- Hanwha Vision: IP cameras and NVRs
- LTS: IP and HD cameras and recorders for homes and small businesses
- Pelco: commercial fixed and PTZ cameras
- Panasonic: commercial IP cameras
- EverFocus: cameras and recorders
- Cisco: network infrastructure for camera systems
Brand names are trademarks of their respective owners. RBD Security is an independent installer.
Security camera installation, done right
A camera that shows the top of someone’s head, or a dark blur at night, is no use after a break-in. Every RBD camera system starts with what you need to see: faces at the door, the approach along the sidewalk or alley, a parking pad, a register, a loading dock. Then we choose the camera and mounting position to match.
From RBD jobs: a pole-mounted multi-sensor and PTZ camera, a corner-mounted Axis PTZ, and an Axis dome with an alarm strobe on a limestone facade.
Recording: local, cloud or both
- Local recording (NVR): footage stays on a recorder at your property and keeps recording if the internet goes down. No monthly cloud fee for core recording.
- Cloud recording: footage is stored off site, so it survives if the recorder is stolen or damaged. Usually a monthly fee per camera.
- Both: continuous local recording with cloud backup of key cameras or events.
We size storage to the retention you need, set up remote viewing on your phone, and show you how to export a clip for police or insurance.
What we install
- Fixed dome and bullet cameras for doors, alleys and parking areas
- Multi-sensor and PTZ cameras for large lots and building corners
- Video door stations and intercoms with built-in cameras
- NVRs, PoE switches, battery backup and network cabling
- Custom welded poles and mounts for spots with no wall to mount on
Where we install them
Rowhouses and homes: front stoop, rear yard, alley gate and basement entrance. Apartment and condo buildings: lobbies, mailrooms, garages and package areas. Offices and storefronts: entrances, registers, stockrooms and loading docks. For planning help, read our security camera guide for DC rowhouses and small businesses and our post on alley security.
DC’s Private Security Camera Rebate Program may reimburse part of the cost of a qualifying system. Check the current terms on the OVSJG website; we provide itemized invoices for your application.
See our security camera installation service for how a project runs, or call (202) 709-9466.
Frequently asked questions
Axis, Hanwha, LTS, Pelco, Panasonic, EverFocus and Cisco networking. We recommend the brand and model based on the view you need, the lighting and your budget.
Local recording on an NVR keeps working during an internet outage and has no monthly fee for core recording. Cloud recording protects footage if the recorder is stolen. Many clients use local recording with cloud backup for key cameras.
Yes. We mount cameras and run cable to avoid damaging masonry and ornament, and we can advise on what the Historic Preservation Office reviews for exterior work visible from the street.
We provide itemized invoices and equipment details you can use in your application. Eligibility and funding are set by OVSJG, so check the current program terms before buying.