# CCTV Installation Cost in South Africa (2026)
Most South African homeowners overpay for CCTV because installers don't itemise. Here's a transparent breakdown.
## What drives the price
1. **Number of cameras** — 4 vs 8 vs 16 channel
2. **Camera resolution** — 2MP, 4MP, 5MP, 8MP/4K
3. **Cable type & runs** — longer cable runs add labour and material
4. **Recording days** — 1TB lasts ~7 days at 4MP; 4TB for 30+ days
5. **Remote viewing & alerts** — mobile app, motion zones, AI detection
## Typical 2026 prices (installed)
| System | Cameras | Recording | Approx. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter 4ch | 4 × 2MP bullet | 1TB / 7 days | R6,500–R8,500 |
| Family 4ch | 4 × 4MP | 2TB / 14 days | R9,500–R12,500 |
| Business 8ch | 8 × 4MP | 4TB / 30 days | R16,000–R22,000 |
| AI 8ch | 8 × 5MP + AI | 4TB / 30 days | R22,000–R30,000 |
## Brands we install
HiLook, Hikvision, Dahua, Ezviz, Uniview — we are a Hikvision-trained installer covering Ramsgate, Margate, Port Shepstone and the broader South Coast.
## Free site survey
Email **info@unlimitedits.co.za** or call **039 314 4359** for a no-obligation quote. We bring the camera samples to your site.