A useful CCTV system records footage that's actually identifiable when you go back to look at it — the right field of view, enough resolution at the relevant distance, and storage long enough to cover the time before you noticed something happened. The price band above reflects what that costs done properly across Melbourne's east — not the entry-level "four cameras and an app" kit you can find at a chain store.
Where the cost lives
Camera count is the obvious lever, but lens choice and placement do more for footage quality than resolution. We walk the site at the quote, identify the entry routes and viewpoints that matter, and pick wide-angle versus telephoto lenses per location. PoE cabling and on-site NVR storage are non-negotiable for permanent installs — wireless cameras and cloud-only storage will both fail you in the moment that matters.
What's included in a Millar Electrics quote
A free on-site walkthrough, camera placement plan, a written itemised quote within one business day, and a fixed price with no surprises after acceptance. Supply and installation, NVR sized for your retention requirement, secure remote-viewing setup with strong authentication, end-user training on playback and footage export, and full make-good of any access cuts.