CCTV Installation & Security Systems in Harwich

CCTV Installation Services in Harwich

Harwich lives with the port. Ferries, freight and the haulage and storage firms that serve them keep the town busy long after the shops shut. Dovercourt, a few minutes down the road, is quieter family housing. I-HT provides CCTV installation in Harwich for both. We design each CCTV security system around the site and the hours it has to cover.

We begin with a free site survey and a written quotation.

CCTV Installers Covering Harwich

Our installers are employed by I-HT, trained to current SSAIB standards and DBS checked. We’re Safe Contractor approved. You can lease or buy the system.

CCTV for Port, Haulage and Storage Businesses

Yards that handle trailers, containers and stored goods work around the clock, and that means CCTV has to perform at 3am as well as at noon.

We’ve built this kind of system before. At N E Transport, a 24/7 HGV facility near Purfleet, we installed 17 cameras:

• An ANPR camera at the main entrance logging every vehicle in and out
• A high-powered pan tilt zoom camera so staff can zoom into any part of a large yard
• Starlight cameras on every external position for clear colour images in low light
• Wireless bridges to reach areas cabling couldn’t

A yard near Harwich would get the same survey-led approach.

Find out more about our N E Transport case study, number plate recognition and pan tilt zoom cameras.

Home CCTV Installation in Harwich and Dovercourt

Harwich’s old town has narrow streets and older properties. Dovercourt has more family homes with drives and gardens. We plan cameras around:

• The front door, drive and parked cars
• The rear garden, side gate and garage

Sea air and wind off the estuary are hard on outdoor equipment, so we choose weatherproof housings for exposed positions. You’ll get phone alerts and remote viewing.

Find out more about our home CCTV installation.

Shops, Pubs and Hospitality

Harwich and Dovercourt’s high streets, pubs and guest houses need cameras on doors, tills and bars.

Find out more about our CCTV for pubs, CCTV for hotels and CCTV for shops.

CCTV Technology We Install

• TiOC intruder deterrence: lights, siren and two-way audio
• AI object detection: alerts for people and vehicles
• Starlight cameras: low-light colour
• Number plate recognition: vehicle logs at gates

How CCTV Installation Works

CCTV installation in Harwich follows the same five steps whether it’s a house or a yard: free survey, written design and quote, installation, handover and aftercare. On large sites the survey also works out where wireless bridges will cut cable costs.

1. Survey

We visit your property, listen to what you want to protect and assess the risks.

2. Design and quote

You receive a written quote showing every camera, its position and the equipment we recommend.

3. Installation and testing

Our own installers fit, cable and test the system with as little disruption as possible.

4. Handover

We set up viewing on your phone, tablet or PC and show you how to find, save and share footage.

5. Support and maintenance

Our telephone technical support team is on hand after installation, and we offer maintenance visits to keep your system recording.

CCTV Maintenance in Harwich

Coastal conditions wear on cameras faster than inland sites. Maintenance visits clean lenses and check housings, cabling and recording.

Find out more about our CCTV maintenance service.

Recent Installs Near Harwich

We install and support CCTV systems for homes and businesses across the region. One of our customers had this to say:

See more of our work on our CCTV case studies page.

What Our Customers Say

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This company is the only company I would use for all my home security and air con requirements. I have had three air con units fitted. The installation team go to great lengths to minimise disruption and to clean up after themselves. They do not leave until the customer is happy with the installation and that the customer knows how it works. Booking a service is easy and the staff are Polite and knowledgeable. Customer service is a priority for this company. Well done and thank you.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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The Answer My Friend Is Blowing In The Wind - new split aircon unit installed. Provides chilled air when the sun comes out and warm air when it does not. Painless professional install. Luvly jubbly.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Brilliant firm, quick and efficient. Sam installed our air-con and provided an excellent service
  
 
  
 
 
 
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We recently had a new camera and alarm system installed by I-HT in our office. The service was excellent and the install and set up was done in less than an hour.  I can control everything from my phone which is fantastic. I would highly recommend I-HT.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Very professional and helpful company.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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CCTV has paid for itself already.  Great design and service Would definitely recommend
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Excellent company to work with. We have recently upgraded our CCTV with I-HTT as we were happy with the service we received with our original equipment they provided. If ever we have a problem which is usually operator error rather than the equipment we have made a call and the response and help is arranged very quickly, either over the phone or a technician comes to our premises. As a company we have no negatives. It's always a relief when a company offers a service and they actually meet there promises. I would definitely recommend.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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Excellent service over the years that we have been with them, Lee and the engineers have always responded quickly to any problems or queries that we have had.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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We stumbled across I-HT CCTV a few years ago now and, quite simply, have never looked back! Professional advice and support ensuring you get the best product possible! I have never known a Company who are so committed to being customer-focused and ensuring that their customers are happy.  Whether it be the Installation Team or Admin Team, their polite, professional service is second to none.  As our Company has grown, I-HT has become and integral part of our safety & security arsenal - I really have no idea how we managed before them. Thank you Lee & Team for all you do in keeping our wheels rolling!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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After some let’s say unfortunate events!We contacted IHT to design a security system.Lee was very good,understanding our needs and providing a system to give us a piece of mind with security.We are now installing with IHT on our other sites, I would highly recommend their systems and service.
  
 
  
 
 
 
   
 
 
 

Why Choose I-HT in Harwich?

• A north Essex team based at Wakes Colne
• Over 35 years of CCTV installation
• SSAIB certified, Safe Contractor approved
• Proven on a 24/7 HGV site
• 3 year replacement warranty
• Lease or purchase

Areas We Cover Around Harwich

We provide CCTV installation and maintenance across Harwich and the surrounding area, including:

• Dovercourt
• Parkeston
• Ramsey
• Little Oakley
• Great Oakley
• Wrabness
• Mistley
• Manningtree

Nearby Towns We Cover

We also install CCTV in these towns near Harwich:

• Clacton-on-Sea
• Colchester
• Felixstowe

CCTV FAQs for Harwich

Can CCTV log lorries entering my yard?

Yes. An ANPR camera records the plate, date and time of every vehicle entering and leaving.

Will CCTV cope with coastal weather?

Outdoor cameras are built for the weather, and regular maintenance keeps lenses and housings in good condition.

How much does CCTV cost in Harwich?

It depends on the size of the property, the number of cameras and features such as ANPR or TiOC. A free survey gives you an exact quote.

Book a Free CCTV Survey in Harwich

Call 01787 220 202 or request your free site survey online.