One of the persistent problems with maintaining a commercial security camera system is the fact that they tend to attract insects. Bugs, spider webs, and insect tracks all obscure the camera's view of its surroundings and make monitoring the area problematic. Below are some tips to help business owners deal with this problem.

3 Tips to Keep Security Cameras Free of Insects 

1. Attach a Dryer Sheet

The strong smell of a dryer sheet repels most insects. You can encourage bugs to keep their distance from your security camera by simply attaching a dryer sheet to it with a rubber band. However, wind and rain can cause the sheet to deteriorate or become less effective, so you'll need to replace it occasionally and inspect it after heavy weather conditions.

2. Disable the LED Light

Given how frequently spiders tend to spin webs on or across security cameras, it might surprise you to learn that most web-spinners are blind and are not drawn the camera's LED light at all. However, the light does attract flying insects, which can then draw spiders that spin webs to capture them. If you disable the led light, you'll have fewer troubles with both types of pests.

3. Spray Bug Repellent

A sturdy dose of bug repellent applied around the base of your camera should keep spiders away for a while. However, as with the dryer sheet, this method needs occasional refreshing, especially after heavy rains. You may also have luck looping a pet's flea collar around the camera's mounting base.

If you are in the market for a new commercial security camera system, contact Western Alarm Service in Lake Havasu City, AZ. They have served customers in and around Mohave County since 1978. Along with CCTV systems, they also specialize in fire alarms and security system monitoring. Call them at (928) 855-5608 to arrange a consultation or message them online via their website.