CCTV Installation Cost in South Africa (2026)
Straight answers on what a CCTV system actually costs full kit prices, what installation adds, and the things that quietly push a quote up. No "request a quote to see pricing".
Updated July 2026 · Prices incl. VAT unless statedThe short answer: a complete 4-camera CCTV system for an average South African home costs R4,999 for the kit, and R6,399 fitted including installation. An 8-camera system starts at R7,850 for the kit and R12,999 fitted. Most homes are done in 6 hours.
Below is our actual pricing the same figures we quote on site. We're a Hikvision partner based in Benoni and we've completed over 600 installations since 2017, so these numbers come from real jobs rather than a rough guide.
What a full CCTV system costs
Every kit below is a complete system: cameras, recorder, hard drive, power supply, cable and connectors. Nothing to buy separately.
| System | What you get | Kit only | Fitted |
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4 cameras indoor TG-030925 |
4 × 2MP Hikvision hybrid-light turret cameras, 4-channel DVR, 2TB surveillance drive, 4-way PSU, 100m RG59 cable, all connectors | R4,999 | R6,399 |
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4 cameras outdoor TG-010925 |
4 × 2MP Hikvision hybrid-light bullet cameras, 4-channel DVR, 2TB drive, 4-way PSU, 100m RG59, waterproof junction boxes | R4,999 | R6,399 |
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8 cameras outdoor TG-020925 |
8 × 2MP Hikvision Smart hybrid-light bullet cameras, 8-channel H.265 DVR, 2TB drive, 8-way PSU, 100m RG59, junction boxes | R7,850 | R12,999 |
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8 cameras indoor TG-040925 |
8 × 2MP Hikvision Smart hybrid-light turret cameras, 8-channel H.265 DVR, 2TB drive, 4-way PSU, 100m RG59 | R7,200 | 12,999 |
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4 cameras two-way audio TG-11092501 |
2 × bullet + 2 × indoor PT turret with two-way audio, 8-channel DVR, 2TB drive, PSU, cable, junction boxes | R7,350 | R12,500 |
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4 cameras IP TG-050925 |
4-channel PoE NVR, 4 × 2MP Hikvision ColorVu Smart Hybrid IP bullets, 2TB drive, 100m CAT6, RJ45 connectors | R21,705 | R25,155 |
Kit prices are live on our store and correct as at July 2026. Installed prices assume a standard single-storey property within 50km of Benoni with normal cable routing.
What installation costs on its own
If you already have equipment, or you need us to work on an existing system, we charge by the hour:
First hour on site
Covers the call-out and the first hour of work.
Each hour after
Billed in hourly increments.
Travel
First 50km from our Benoni branch is free.
Call-out fees are non-refundable. Quoted work is confirmed in writing before we start.
What pushes the price up or down
Two houses with the same number of cameras can differ by thousands. These are the things that actually move a CCTV quote:
Cable runs and roof access
This is the single biggest variable. A face-brick double-storey with a sealed roof takes far longer to cable than a single-storey with an accessible ceiling. Long runs from the DVR to a back corner of the property add both cable and labour.
Analog vs IP
Analog (Turbo HD) runs on coax and is the affordable route our 4-camera analog kit is R4,999. IP runs on network cable, gives you higher resolution and AI detection, and costs meaningfully more the equivalent 4-camera IP kit is R27,705. For most homes analog is genuinely enough. IP earns its price on business sites, or where you need to read number plates or faces reliably.
Number of channels, not just cameras
A 4-channel DVR caps you at 4 cameras. If you think you'll add two more next year, an 8-channel recorder now is far cheaper than replacing the DVR later.
Storage
Every kit above ships with a 2TB surveillance drive, which gives roughly 7 - 14 days of recording on 4 cameras at standard settings. More cameras or higher resolution means less retention upgrading the drive is inexpensive at the point of install and awkward afterwards.
Power backup
Cameras are useless during load shedding without backup. Budget R6500 for a UPS that keeps the DVR and router alive. Solar or battery cameras sidestep this entirely and are worth considering for outbuildings and plots.
Distance
We cover a 50km radius from Benoni at no travel charge Boksburg, Kempton Park, Springs, Brakpan, Germiston, Edenvale and Alberton included. Beyond 50km we add R5/km.
Is a cheap kit good enough?
Often, yes and we'd rather tell you that than oversell. Here's the honest split:
| A R4,999 analog kit is fine when… | Spend more when… |
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The one thing we'd never cut: the recorder and the hard drive. People save a few hundred rand on a cheap DVR and then discover the footage they needed was never written properly. Every kit we sell uses genuine Hikvision recorders and surveillance-rated drives — ordinary desktop drives are not built for continuous writing and fail within a year or two.
A real example
Three-bedroom home in Benoni, four outdoor cameras. Single storey, accessible roof, DVR in the study, cameras on all four elevations. Kit at R4,999, installation R1,725, total R6,399. On site 4-6 hours, app set up on your phone before we leave.
Frequently asked questions
How much does CCTV installation cost in South Africa?
A complete 4-camera system costs R4,999 for the kit and R6,399 fitted. Eight cameras start at R7,850 for the kit. Standalone installation is charged at R950 for the first hour and R550 per hour after that.
What is included in a CCTV installation price?
Our kit prices include the cameras, the DVR or NVR, a 2TB surveillance hard drive, the power supply, 100m of cable and all connectors. Installation covers mounting, cabling, configuration and setting up remote viewing on your phone.
How long does a CCTV installation take?
A standard 4-camera home installation takes 4 hours. Eight-camera systems and double-storey properties typically take 6-8hours.
Is analog or IP CCTV better value?
Analog is better value for most homes a 4-camera analog kit is R4,999 versus R16,800 for the IP equivalent. IP is worth the difference when you need to identify faces or number plates, or want AI detection that filters out false alarms.
Do you charge for a quote?
No. Site assessments and quotes are free within our service area around Benoni. The R850 call-out fee applies to repair and service work, not to quoting a new installation.
Do CCTV cameras work during load shedding?
Only with backup power. A UPS keeping the recorder and router running costs around R6,500. Solar and battery cameras run independently of mains power altogether, which suits outbuildings, plots and farms.
Which areas do you cover?
We're based at 33 Lakefield Avenue, Benoni and cover a 50km radius at no travel charge including Boksburg, Kempton Park, Springs, Brakpan, Daveyton, Germiston, Edenvale and Alberton. We supply nationwide and travel beyond 50km at R5 per km.
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