Wired UniFi cameras with clear footage day and night, no subscription fees, and your doorbell, door access and Wi-Fi in the same app. Designed and installed by Tom, a licensed security installer.
Protecting your home starts with a camera system that’s designed properly, installed cleanly and configured correctly. Too many systems fall short on all three: cameras in the wrong places, footage that’s unclear at night, and apps nobody uses.
The Electric Crew is a family-run team of licensed electricians based in Kew. We design and install professional UniFi security camera systems for homes across Melbourne’s inner east and inner north, and for small businesses too. Tom, our director, holds a Victorian Private Security Licence and personally designs every system.
★★★★★
Tom and Rodney are real professionals. We needed to install new outdoor lighting and CCTV cameras, and they did an absolutely fantastic job with putting in over 25 new Hue Outdoor lights and set up a Unifi monitoring system using their new G6 turrets which have worked flawlessly. They were very responsive and we got the job booked in just a few days after my initial inquiry.
— Jason L, Google review
One System, One App
We build camera systems on UniFi Protect, a professional-grade platform where your cameras, video doorbell, door access and Wi-Fi all work together and are managed from one app.
That means fewer apps, better reliability, and a system that grows with your home. Start with a few cameras and add a doorbell, access control or whole-home Wi-Fi whenever you’re ready.
Why Budget Camera Installs Let People Down
Many of our camera clients come to us after poor experiences with cheaper installers or off-the-shelf kits. The same problems come up again and again:
- Cameras in the wrong places, missing the areas that matter
- Footage that drops out because the Wi-Fi can’t cope
- Blurry recordings, especially at night
- Complicated apps that nobody ends up using
We’re often asked to fix or redesign these systems. We’d rather help you get it right the first time.
What's Included in Every Camera System
System Design
A walk-through of your property, camera positions planned for the right coverage, and advice on camera types.
Neat Wired Installation
Wired cameras with concealed cabling where possible, weather-rated for outdoor use and installed discreetly.
Clear Footage, Day and Night
High-resolution cameras with strong night vision and smart motion detection, recorded locally.
App Setup and Handover
Live viewing and playback set up on your phone, user access for your family, and everything explained.
Secure Remote Access
Check your cameras securely from anywhere, with your network set up so video streams smoothly.
Upgrades and Fixes
Fix dropouts and poor footage, or upgrade an older analogue system to modern UniFi cameras.
How It Works
Free consultation
Tom visits and walks your property with you.
System design
We plan camera positions, cabling and recording around your home.
Neat installation
Our crew installs everything tidily and cleans up.
Handover
Apps set up on your phone and everything explained.
How much does a home camera system cost?
For most homes, a professionally installed wired camera system costs between $1,500 and $5,000, depending on the size of the property, the number of cameras and how the cabling can be run. A typical home needs 3 to 6 cameras to cover the front entry, driveway, side access and backyard.
Every installation includes camera placement planning, concealed cabling where possible, recording system setup and phone access for live viewing and playback. Tom will give you a clear quote after your free consultation.
Ready to talk it through?
Book a free consultation. Tom will come out, look at your home and talk you through your options.
UniFi Wired Cameras vs Consumer Wi-Fi Cameras
| UniFi wired cameras | Consumer Wi-Fi cameras | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly fees | None: recordings stay on your own system | Often needed to save recordings |
| Power | Wired, no batteries to charge | Batteries or plug-in power |
| Connection | Wired, doesn’t drop out | Relies on your Wi-Fi signal |
| Recording | Continuous, high resolution (2K to 4K) | Often only short motion clips |
| Tampering | Harder to tamper with | Easier to remove or disable |
| Apps | Cameras, doorbell, door access and Wi-Fi in one app | Usually a separate app per brand |
Camera Systems for Melbourne Homes
We regularly install camera systems in family homes, period homes and renovations, architect-designed homes, townhouses and multi-storey homes. Most clients want coverage of the front yard and driveway, side access and entry points, and the rear yard and garage, with cameras that don’t detract from the look of the home.
We understand the expectations of higher-end homes, and we install systems that look clean, considered and intentional. We can also advise on camera placement that respects your neighbours’ privacy.
Small business? We also install cameras for offices, retail spaces, health practices, workshops and studios, covering entries and exits, staff-only areas and stock, with remote viewing for owners.
Why Choose The Electric Crew
- Licensed security installer: Tom holds a Victorian Private Security Licence (922-020-71S), issued and regulated by Victoria Police.
- Licensed electricians: all installations are completed by our licensed electricians, in line with Energy Safe Victoria requirements.
- UniFi specialists: cameras designed to work with your network, doorbell and door access as one system.
- More than cameras: expertise in data, networking and automation, so everything works together.
- Honest advice: we’ll only recommend what your home actually needs.
- Family-run since 2014, with 5.0 stars from 62 Google reviews.
Recent Security Camera Projects
UniFi Security Cameras for a Camberwell Home
We installed wired UniFi cameras at the front of this home to cover the entry and driveway, positioned to capture clear footage of anyone approaching while keeping the facade looking clean. The owners can check live footage and playback from their phones, with no subscription fees.
Warehouse Security Cameras in Knoxfield
For this Knoxfield warehouse, we installed UniFi cameras across the front of the building to monitor the entry, loading area and car park. The owners can view every camera remotely from their phones, day or night, without paying ongoing monitoring fees.
Security Camera Installation FAQs
Do UniFi cameras need a monthly subscription?
No. UniFi Protect records locally on your own system, so there are no ongoing cloud fees. You can still view live footage and playback from your phone anywhere.
What type of security cameras are best for homes?
For most homes, wired IP cameras give the best performance and reliability. Unlike many wireless consumer cameras, they have more stable connections, higher video quality, record continuously without batteries, and are harder to tamper with.
Can security cameras work without Wi-Fi?
Yes. The systems we install use wired Ethernet cabling (Power over Ethernet) to connect cameras directly to the recorder. Wi-Fi is only needed if you want to view your cameras remotely on your phone or tablet.
Where should security cameras go around a house?
The most effective positions cover the front entry, driveway and garage, side paths and the backyard. Covering the approach paths, not just the doors, captures clearer footage of faces and vehicles. We also consider camera height, night lighting, blind spots and tamper protection.
Can my video doorbell and door locks work with the cameras?
Yes. UniFi video doorbells and access control work in the same app as your cameras, so you can see, speak to and let in visitors from anywhere. Learn about access control.
Do security camera installers need a licence in Victoria?
Yes. In Victoria, anyone advising on or installing security cameras must hold a Private Security Licence from Victoria Police. Tom Kerr, director of The Electric Crew, holds licence 922-020-71S.
Suburbs We Service
We install camera systems across Melbourne’s inner east and inner north. Not sure if we cover your street? Just ask.
Book your free consultation
Tell us a bit about your home and what you’d like to improve. Tom will be in touch to arrange a time to come out.
- Send your details or give Tom a call
- Tom visits and walks through your home with you
- You get honest advice and a clear quote
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★★★★★ 5.0 from 62 Google reviews · Licensed electricians · Family-run since 2014