Security Camera Systems
Professional camera systems for local businesses with AI detection, local recording, and no monthly cloud subscription.
What's included
We set up self-hosted camera systems for local businesses using hardware you own. In many cases, that means reusing your existing cameras, including many IP and Ring setups, then pairing them with an affordable on-site server so you can get smart detection, alerts, remote viewing, and long-term recording without paying monthly subscription fees.
This is a strong fit for shops, offices, warehouses, churches, restaurants, and other local businesses that want better visibility without adding another monthly bill.
The goal is simple: take the features that big subscription platforms reserve for their highest tiers and make them available on a system you fully control.
Buy the compute and storage once, keep the footage on-site, and unlock the premium features that usually live behind the highest subscription tiers.
Features
- Reuse many existing cameras, including many IP and Ring setups
- Install any number of cameras for indoor or outdoor coverage
- Local recording on hardware you own
- AI-powered object & motion detection via Frigate
- Premium-style features without per-camera monthly fees
- LPR (License Plate Recognition) available as an add-on
- Sound detection & customizable alerts
- Web dashboard viewable from any device
- Configurable recording retention
- Affordable mini PC + Coral setup options available
- No cloud subscription required
- Remote access setup included
Why local businesses choose this
Bring your own cameras
Most businesses do not need to start over. If your current cameras can be integrated, I can bring them into a local system so you keep the hardware you already paid for.
Trade monthly fees for a one-time upgrade
Instead of paying ongoing cloud fees forever, you invest once in a small server, storage, and setup. After that, the advanced features are yours to use without recurring camera subscriptions.
Built for growing businesses
Add more cameras, increase retention, or expand AI features over time without being forced into a more expensive subscription tier every time your needs grow.
Common questions
Do I need all new cameras?
Usually no. Many businesses can keep part or all of their existing setup. I can evaluate what you have now and recommend whether it makes sense to reuse it, replace a few weak points, or build around it.
Can you work with Ring cameras?
Often, yes. Ring and other consumer camera systems can sometimes be pulled into a local recorder with the right integration. If a direct path is not practical, I will tell you upfront and recommend the most cost-effective alternative.
What do I actually have to buy?
Usually a small dedicated machine for compute and storage, such as an older mini PC paired with a Google Coral AI accelerator and the right drive capacity for your retention needs. I handle the installation, configuration, and tuning.
What do I get that cloud plans usually charge extra for?
Depending on the setup, you can get person, vehicle, package, and motion detection, searchable events, longer retention, remote viewing, alerts, and other premium-style features without paying an ongoing fee for every camera.
How we compare to Ring Protect
Smart detection, alerts, and remote viewing without the monthly bill or cloud lock-in.
St Pete IT
$0 / mo
Ring Protect
Up to $100 / mo
Ring Protect pricing as of 2025. Plans range from $10/mo (Basic, one device) to $100/mo (Pro, whole-home coverage).