CCTV Installation Prices in Pretoria — 2026 Price Guide
Transparent, itemised CCTV installation pricing for homes and businesses across Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand and Johannesburg. Fixed-price Hikvision Turbo HD specials from R7,500, IMOU WiFi camera packages from R6,900, and custom IP installations with AcuSense AI from R8,000 — with no hidden costs and a 3-year warranty on every system.
Honest CCTV Installation Cost — Two Paths, No Hidden Surprises
One of the most common questions we hear is also one of the hardest to find a straight answer to online: how much does CCTV installation cost in South Africa? Most installer websites avoid the question entirely or hide behind “contact us for a quote” pages, which leaves homeowners and business owners no closer to understanding what they should be paying.
This page exists to fix that. We are an authorised Hikvision installer servicing Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand and Johannesburg, and we believe in transparent pricing. Every quotation we provide is fully itemised. Hardware and labour are quoted separately. Conduit and trunking is billed on actual usage after completion — not estimated upfront. There are no bundled prices designed to obscure what you are paying for.
There are essentially two routes you can take with us, and the price difference between them is significant. We want you to choose with both eyes open:
- Fixed-price installation specials — three wired Hikvision Turbo HD packages (4, 8 or 16 cameras at R7,500 / R11,500 / R19,500) and three IMOU WiFi packages (2, 4 or 6 cameras at R6,900 / R12,900 / R18,900), all fully installed at known prices. These cover the security needs of most South African homes and small businesses.
- Custom IP installations — Hikvision IP cameras with AcuSense AI, ColorVu full-colour night vision, 4K resolution, and centralised AI analytics. Custom-quoted from R8,000 to R65,000+ depending on camera count, AI features and integration requirements.
The honest reality of CCTV pricing in South Africa: most homes and small offices are well-served by the fixed-price wired or WiFi specials. What inflates installation prices is moving to IP cameras with AI features — those cameras are individually more expensive, the configuration is more involved, and the NVRs that record them are commercial-grade. We will gladly install either, and we will be honest with you about which fits your property.
Wired CCTV Specials — Fixed-Price Hikvision Turbo HD Packages
Our wired CCTV specials are fixed-price Hikvision Turbo HD installations using genuine Hikvision DVRs and analogue cameras. These are full professional installations — not stripped-back versions — including the DVR, 2TB surveillance hard drive, RG59 co-ax cabling, mounting, mobile viewing setup and complete handover. Real Hikvision hardware, real installation, real fixed prices.
4 Camera Hikvision Special
R7,500
Best for townhouses, small homes and small offices.
8 Camera Hikvision Special
R11,500
Best for standard 3-bedroom homes and small businesses.
16 Camera Hikvision Special
R19,500
Best for larger homes, businesses, complexes and warehouses.
Each wired special includes a Hikvision DVR sized to the camera count, a 2TB surveillance hard drive (across all three packages — giving 2 to 4 weeks of continuous recording depending on camera count and quality settings), an RG59 co-ax cable allowance, professional installation, mobile viewing setup and full handover. Bullet and dome cameras come with built-in IR night vision rated to roughly 20 metres. View all wired CCTV specials for the full feature breakdown of each package.
When the wired specials are right for you: a typical home, townhouse, small office or shop. Long-term continuous recording onto a central hard drive. Areas where running cables is straightforward. Systems where one DVR feeding multiple cameras is the right architecture.
WiFi Camera Specials — IMOU Cruiser Dual 2 Packages
Where running cables is impractical — or where you want active deterrence built into the cameras themselves — our IMOU WiFi specials are the alternative. Each IMOU Cruiser Dual 2 camera includes built-in sirens, red and blue strobe lights, two-way audio, AI human and vehicle detection, and a dual-lens design that delivers both wide and zoomed views from a single mounting point. No central recorder needed — each camera records to its own 64GB memory card.
2 Camera IMOU WiFi Special
R6,900
Best for homes, townhouses and key entry points.
4 Camera IMOU WiFi Special
R12,900
Best for larger homes, offices, shops and small businesses.
Need wider coverage? Our 6 Camera IMOU WiFi Special at R18,900 covers larger properties, warehouses, workshops and full perimeter monitoring — view the 6 Camera IMOU WiFi Special or browse all WiFi camera specials.
When the WiFi specials are right for you: properties where running cables is impractical (rented homes, complexes with strict modification rules, properties with finished ceilings). Owners who want active deterrence (sirens, strobes, two-way audio) rather than just recording. Homes where each camera recording independently to its own memory card is the right architecture.
Custom IP Installation Pricing — When You Want More Than the Standard Special
The fixed-price specials above work for the majority of installations. But there are good reasons to step up to a custom IP installation, and you should know what those reasons cost so you can make an informed decision. The price ranges below cover supply and full professional installation of a custom Hikvision IP CCTV system — where camera selection, AI features, storage and integration are tailored to your specific property and security requirements.
What pushes prices into this range: moving from Turbo HD analogue cameras to IP cameras with AcuSense AI (genuine human/vehicle detection), ColorVu full-colour night vision, 4K resolution, smart search across all cameras, and integration with alarm systems or access control. Each step up adds real capability — and real cost.
4-Camera Custom IP Installation — From R8,000 to R15,000
Best suited to: homes wanting AI-driven smart notifications instead of basic motion alerts, or properties where ColorVu front-gate cameras matter for night-time identification. If a basic Turbo HD setup will do, the 4 Camera Hikvision Special at R7,500 is the better-value choice.
Typical inclusions:
- 4 × Hikvision IP cameras (typically 4MP AcuSense, with ColorVu on entrance/driveway)
- 1 × 4-channel Hikvision NVR with PoE
- 1TB hard drive (approximately 2 weeks of continuous recording)
- Cat6 network cabling and PoE switch
- Full mounting, alignment and weatherproofing
- Hik-Connect mobile app setup with AI detection zones configured per camera
- 3-year warranty on Hikvision hardware
What pushes price toward the upper end: upgrading to 8MP / 4K cameras, adding ColorVu on more cameras, longer cable runs, multi-storey homes requiring scaffolding, integration with existing alarm or electric fence systems, and larger storage capacity (2TB instead of 1TB).
8-Camera Custom IP Installation — From R18,000 to R30,000
Best suited to: standard 3-bedroom homes wanting full AI detection, larger family homes, small businesses, retail shops, and small office complexes that need centralised AI analytics. If your needs are simpler, the 8 Camera Hikvision Special at R11,500 covers most standard installations at less than half the cost.
Typical inclusions:
- 8 × Hikvision Acusense AI cameras (4MP recommended)
- 1 × 8-channel Hikvision NVR with PoE
- 2TB hard drive (approximately 3 weeks of continuous recording)
- ColorVu full-colour night vision on entrance and driveway points
- Professional Cat6 cabling and weatherproof mounting
- Hik-Connect mobile app setup with multi-user access
- AI detection zones configured per camera (line crossing, intrusion zones)
- 3-year warranty on Hikvision hardware
What pushes price toward the upper end: 4K (8MP) camera upgrades, longer or more complex cable runs, integration with existing alarm systems, and adding LPR cameras for vehicle access logging. Stepping up to a DeepinMind AI NVR such as the Hikvision iDS-6716NXI-M1/AI also adds cost — but unlocks centralised AI features such as smart search across all cameras.
16-Camera Custom IP Installation — From R40,000 to R65,000
Best suited to: large homes, double-storey properties, smallholdings, security estates, retail centres, warehouses, and commercial offices that need full AI-driven coverage with centralised analytics, LPR, and integration with existing security infrastructure. For larger properties without these advanced requirements, the 16 Camera Hikvision Special at R19,500 remains an excellent value option.
Typical inclusions:
- 16 × Hikvision Acusense AI cameras (mix of 4MP and 4K depending on placement)
- 1 × 16-channel Hikvision NVR with PoE — typically the DS-7716NXI-I4/S(C) commercial-grade AcuSense unit with 4 SATA bays for higher-capacity storage
- 4TB hard drive (approximately 4 weeks of continuous recording)
- ColorVu cameras at all entrance and high-priority points
- Optional: PTZ camera for large open areas
- Optional: LPR camera at vehicle entrance for licence plate logging
- UPS backup sized for full system through standard load shedding
- Multi-user mobile app access (residents, security company, management)
- 3-year warranty on Hikvision hardware
What pushes price toward the upper end: 4K cameras throughout, thermal cameras for very long perimeters, advanced AI features (people counting, smart search), commercial-grade NVR, and integration with access control or alarm systems.
Larger Commercial & Industrial Installations
Installations beyond 16 cameras — large warehouses, multi-tenant office buildings, industrial facilities, security estates, and corporate campuses — are scoped during a free site inspection. We design each system around your specific operational requirements and provide a fully itemised quotation within 48 hours of the visit. Contact us to arrange a commercial site inspection.
What Affects Your CCTV Installation Cost?
The biggest reason CCTV installation prices vary so widely between homes is that no two properties are the same. Below are the key factors that determine where your final CCTV installation cost lands within a given range — and the factors that determine whether a fixed-price special or a custom IP installation is the right route for your property.
Turbo HD vs IP Cameras (The Biggest Single Cost Driver)
This is the largest single factor in CCTV pricing. Turbo HD analogue cameras run on coaxial cable and a digital video recorder (DVR) — they are reliable, capable, and used in our fixed-price specials at R7,500 to R19,500. IP cameras require ethernet cabling and a network video recorder (NVR), and bring access to AcuSense AI, ColorVu, 4K and centralised analytics — pushing prices into the R8,000 to R65,000 custom-quote range. Neither is “better” — they serve different needs. For homes wanting reliable security at a known price, Turbo HD is excellent. For homes wanting AI-driven smart notifications, ColorVu identification footage, and integrated analytics, IP is the right choice.
Number of Cameras
Each additional camera adds both hardware cost and labour cost. More cameras also typically require a larger NVR or DVR, larger hard drive, and longer total cable runs. The right camera count for your property is determined during the free site inspection — sometimes 4 cameras genuinely cover everything that matters, sometimes 6 or 8 are needed to cover blind spots.
Camera Quality (Resolution and AI Features)
A 2MP basic camera is significantly cheaper than a 4K (8MP) Acusense ColorVu camera — but the difference in real-world usefulness is enormous. Our recommendation is almost always to spend more on fewer high-quality AI cameras than less on more low-quality cameras. A grainy, false-alarm-generating 8-camera system that you mute within two weeks is worse than a properly-tuned 4-camera AI system that genuinely protects you. As an example of where the upper end of the camera range sits, the latest-generation Hikvision DS-2CD2087G3-LIY ColorVu turret delivers 8MP full-colour night vision in a single unit at a price point where it makes sense as a front-gate camera on most installations.
Cabling Distance and Complexity
Long cable runs cost more — both in materials and in labour. A camera 50m from the recorder through ceiling space and walls is significantly more work than a camera 10m away with a clear cable route. Multi-storey homes, properties with thatch roofs, and homes with finished ceilings all add complexity to the cabling job. This applies equally to wired Turbo HD specials and custom IP installations, though the fixed-price specials include a generous standard cable allowance per camera.
Storage Requirements
Standard recording at 4MP gives you roughly 2 weeks per terabyte. If you want longer retention — for insurance, compliance, or operational reasons — larger drives or multiple drives in RAID configuration add to the cost. Commercial NVRs such as the DS-7716NXI-I4/S(C) support up to 4 SATA drives, which extends retention dramatically without requiring additional hardware.
AI Features and Smart Detection
Hikvision Acusense (human/vehicle classification), ColorVu (full-colour night vision), line crossing detection, intrusion detection, LPR (licence plate recognition), and people counting all add cost — but each delivers specific real-world value. The fixed-price Turbo HD specials include excellent IR night vision but do not include the AI detection layer; that requires moving to IP. The right combination depends on your property type and how you actually plan to use the system.
Conduit and Trunking
For installations where cables need to be routed externally, conduit (PVC or steel piping) protects them from weather and damage. We bill conduit and trunking on actual usage after the job is complete — you pay for the metres used, not an estimate.
Load Shedding Backup (UPS)
A UPS sized to maintain your full CCTV system (cameras, recorder, switch, router) through standard load shedding adds R3,000 to R8,000 depending on your camera count and required backup duration. Most clients consider this essential — your CCTV system going dark for 2.5 hours every load shedding stage defeats the point of installing it.
Hikvision IP Dome Cameras
The Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2P-LSU/SL is the 8MP panoramic AcuSense IP dome with ColorVu full-colour night vision and built-in strobe and siren. Two lenses combined for 180° dome coverage at the highest resolution and full colour at night, with active deterrent on top. The dome-form-factor flagship for premium ceiling and overhang positions.
Hikvision PTZ Cameras
The Hikvision DS-2DE5425IWG-E(B) is the 4MP IP PTZ with DarkFighter low-light technology and AcuSense AI. The flagship mid-range PTZ in the Hikvision IP range. The right call when zoom capability, identification quality, low-light performance, and AI filtering all matter together.
Hikvision Colorvu
The Hikvision DS-2CD2087G3-LIY 2.8mm is the latest-generation 8MP G3 ColorVu bullet. Newer sensor, refined supplementary lighting, the absolute current best in Hikvision's night-identification range. What we install when night-time clarity at the front gate is non-negotiable.
Hikvision NVR
The Hikvision DS-7716NXI-I4/S is the commercial-grade 16-channel NVR with 4-bay storage. Designed for sites where the recorder needs to keep working through hard drive failures, extended retention requirements, and the kind of operational reliability that residential-grade units are not built for.
Hikvision NVR
The Hikvision iDS-6716NXI-M1/AI is the 16-channel intelligent NVR with deep-learning analytics. The right NVR when the site has 8 to 16 cameras and serious AI analytics matter: facial recognition, vehicle classification, behaviour analysis, and centralised smart search across all channels.
Hikvision NVR
The Hikvision iDS-9632NXI-M8/X is the 32-channel deep-learning NVR with 8-bay storage. The intelligent flagship recorder for sites needing centralised AI analytics including facial recognition, behaviour analysis, and advanced search across recorded footage.
Hikvision Acusense
The Hikvision DS-2CD2T87G2P-LSU/SL Panoramic is the 8MP panoramic bullet with 180° dual-lens coverage. Doubled resolution over the 4MP panoramic version, full ColorVu night vision, and active strobe and siren in one unit. The complete panoramic camera for high-priority commercial and residential corner positions.
Hikvision Acusense
The Hikvision DS-2CD2T47G2H-LI 4mm is the T-series 4MP ColorVu bullet with a tighter lens. Full-colour night vision plus 60-metre IR reach, for long driveways, deep perimeter views, and any position where you need ColorVu detail at distance.
Why Cheap CCTV Installation Is a False Economy
It is genuinely possible to find CCTV installation in South Africa for less than the prices on this page. We see the results of those installations every month — usually because a homeowner calls us to fix a system that the cheap installer disappeared after completing.
To be very clear: our fixed-price R7,500 / R11,500 / R19,500 wired specials are not “cheap” installations. They use genuine Hikvision DVRs and cameras, full installation labour, real RG59 co-ax cable, and proper configuration. They are competitively priced because they use Turbo HD analogue technology — which is mature, reliable and significantly cheaper to manufacture than IP equivalents — not because we have cut corners.
The “cheap” installations we have to repair typically come from somewhere else entirely. The cost gap on those generally comes from one or more of the following:
- Unbranded or grey-import cameras with no warranty support and limited firmware update path
- Cheap power supplies and PoE switches that fail within 12–18 months
- No configuration of AI features — the cameras are mounted but Acusense detection zones are never set up, so you receive constant false alerts and eventually mute the system
- Poor cabling practice — exposed cable, inadequate weatherproofing at penetration points, no labelling for future maintenance
- No after-sales support — installer is uncontactable when something goes wrong six months later
What we install — across both fixed-price specials and custom IP installations — is genuine Hikvision (or, for WiFi, IMOU) hardware, sourced through authorised South African distribution, with manufacturer-backed warranty. Our installation is designed for a five to ten year service life, not a “get it up and walk away” job. See our Hikvision CCTV specialist page for more on the genuine hardware we use.
How to Get an Accurate CCTV Installation Quote
For fixed-price specials, the quote is simple: it is the price on this page. For custom IP installations, your actual quotation will reflect your specific property, camera placement, cable routes, and chosen feature set. Here is how to get an exact, fully-itemised CCTV installation quote.
Step 1 — Free Site Inspection
We visit your property at a time that suits you. We assess all meaningful access points, identify camera placement options, measure cable routes, and discuss your priorities and concerns. There is no charge and no obligation. Most site inspections in Pretoria East are scheduled within 1–2 business days; Centurion, Midrand and Johannesburg typically 2–3 business days.
Step 2 — Itemised Written Quotation
Within 24 hours of the site visit, you receive a written quotation with every line item visible. Hardware (each camera, the NVR or DVR, hard drive, switch), labour, cable, and accessories are all listed separately. You know exactly what you are paying for and why each item is included. For fixed-price specials, the quotation simply confirms the package and any non-standard requirements (e.g. extra cable beyond the standard allowance).
Step 3 — Acceptance and Scheduling
Once you accept the quotation, we schedule the installation at your convenience. Standard residential installations are typically completed in one full day on site. Larger commercial jobs are scoped during the inspection.
Step 4 — Final Invoice on Actual Usage
After installation, your final invoice reflects actual conduit and trunking used, not estimated upfront. If less pipe was needed than quoted, you pay less. If more was required, we discuss it with you before adding it to the bill. No surprise charges.
Frequently Asked Questions About CCTV Installation Cost
How much does CCTV installation cost in Pretoria?
For a typical Pretoria home, our fixed-price wired Hikvision Turbo HD specials cover most needs from R7,500 (4 cameras) to R19,500 (16 cameras), and our IMOU WiFi camera packages run from R6,900 (2 cameras) to R18,900 (6 cameras). For homes wanting Hikvision IP cameras with AcuSense AI, ColorVu night vision and centralised analytics, custom installations typically run from R8,000 (4 cameras) up to R65,000 for large 16-camera 4K AI installations. Hardware and labour are quoted separately on every project, with no hidden costs.
What’s the difference between the fixed-price specials and custom IP installations?
The fixed-price specials use Hikvision Turbo HD analogue cameras (or IMOU WiFi cameras) at known prices — they are excellent, reliable, fully installed systems and they suit most South African homes and small businesses. Custom IP installations use Hikvision IP cameras with AcuSense AI for human/vehicle classification, ColorVu for full-colour night vision, 4K resolution, and centralised AI features. The IP route costs more because the cameras are individually more expensive, the configuration is more involved, and the NVRs are commercial-grade. We will help you decide which path fits your specific needs during the free site inspection.
How much does a 4-camera CCTV installation cost?
A fully-installed Hikvision Turbo HD 4 Camera CCTV Special is R7,500 fixed price, including DVR, 2TB surveillance hard drive, 100m of RG59 cable, professional installation and mobile viewing setup. A custom 4-camera IP installation with AcuSense AI cameras and ColorVu night vision typically runs from R8,000 to R15,000 depending on camera selection, AI features and cable run lengths. We will recommend the right route for your property during the free site inspection.
What is the labour cost for CCTV installation?
CCTV installation labour cost is quoted separately from hardware on every Easy CCTV invoice. For a custom IP residential installation, labour typically accounts for 30–40% of the total project cost. The fixed-price specials include labour as a known component of the package price — the R7,500 / R11,500 / R19,500 figures cover hardware, installation, mounting and configuration as a single fixed price. Every quotation breaks labour out as a clear, separate line item.
Do you offer payment plans for CCTV installation?
We currently do not offer in-house finance, but we do work with several rent-to-own and asset finance providers if you prefer to spread the cost. Many of our clients also use existing bond facilities or credit cards for the installation. Contact us to discuss your preferred payment arrangement.
Is the installation fee included in the price?
For fixed-price specials, yes — installation, hardware and configuration are all included in the package price. For custom IP installations, hardware and installation labour are quoted separately so you can see exactly what is being charged for each. This is deliberate — bundled custom-quote pricing makes it impossible to know whether you are paying a fair price for the cameras and a fair price for the labour, or whether one is being inflated to subsidise the other.
How long does a CCTV installation take?
A typical 4-camera residential installation (Turbo HD or IP) is completed in one full day on site, including cabling, mounting, configuration, mobile app setup, and live testing. An 8-camera installation usually takes 1–1.5 days. 16-camera installations and larger commercial jobs are scoped during the site inspection and typically run 2–3 days. We do not leave a job until every detection zone is configured and you have received a live test notification on your phone.
What happens if a camera fails after installation?
Hikvision cameras carry a 3-year manufacturer warranty, IMOU cameras carry a 2-year manufacturer warranty, and our installation work carries a 12-month workmanship warranty. If a camera fails within the warranty period, we replace it at no charge — no labour fees, no callout fees. After the workmanship warranty expires, we still service the system at standard hourly rates. Hikvision’s reliability track record is exceptional — we replace fewer than 1% of cameras under warranty.
Why are some CCTV installations advertised at half the price of your custom IP range?
Two honest reasons. First — our own fixed-price wired Hikvision Turbo HD specials sit at R7,500 to R19,500, which IS roughly half the price of comparable custom IP installations. That gap is genuine and it is the analogue-vs-IP technology difference, not a quality compromise. Second — the cheapest installations advertised by other companies typically use unbranded or grey-import cameras with no warranty, cheap power supplies and switches that fail within 12–18 months, and skip the configuration step entirely. We use genuine Hikvision hardware sourced through authorised South African distribution, professional-grade cabling and mounts, and full configuration with a live test before we leave. That distinction is what determines whether a system still works five years later.
CCTV Installation Pricing Across Our Service Areas
The pricing on this page applies across all our service areas. We do not charge differently based on suburb — a 4-camera installation in Pretoria East costs the same as a 4-camera installation in Sandton (subject only to differences in cable routing complexity at the specific property). For details on our service in your area, see:
- CCTV Installation in Pretoria East — Faerie Glen, Garsfontein, Moreleta Park, Lynnwood and surrounds
- CCTV Installation in Centurion — Irene, Lyttelton, Wierda Park, Highveld, Midstream and surrounds
- CCTV Installation in Midrand — Halfway House, Kyalami, Carlswald, Vorna Valley and surrounds
- CCTV Installation in Johannesburg — Sandton, Randburg, Fourways, Bedfordview and surrounds
Get Your Free, Itemised CCTV Installation Quote
Whether you need a fixed-price 4-camera wired Hikvision setup at R7,500, an 8-camera business system in Centurion, or a 16-camera commercial AI installation in Sandton — we will give you an honest, itemised quote with no hidden costs. The site inspection is free, the quotation is binding, and you receive a written breakdown within 24 hours.
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Email: info@easycctv.co.za
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For more on Hikvision AI cameras, Acusense, and the technology behind our installations, read our complete CCTV guide.