Posted: Fri Mar 17, 2023 6:34am
There are a number of alarm companies that offer CCTV but people should be aware that you do not get LIVE footage from these systems. They are normally not able to get video on demand.
There are a number of DIY CCTV kits that are super easy to set up and install and I personally recommend Amazon Blink because when set up correctly they have NO monthly subscription fees, they offer alerts to your mobile phones and give you live feeds on demand. They are also very reasonable when purchased in any of the many Amazon sales (No, I do not work for Amazon!)
My caveat to any of the above is that you need a constant Internet connection. I also recommend a UPS (approx 100€) to keep the router and any security system active in the event of a power failure!
All that said, it is never nice to hear of a break in, these events can be devastating and life changing in the sense that people may choose to sell up and go after the event.
The OP is clearly a very good neighbour, as most neighbours are, and thank you for bringing the issue to the attention of the forum and the neighbourhood.
I know where you are (I came to see you about your roof and hope you have progressed your reform!) and you are correct it is difficult to find you home.
I hope your neighbour manages to make some progress and recover from this.