CCTV Camera Not Recording
Your CCTV system is not saving footage, shows a blank screen, or has stopped sending alerts.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Hard drive or SD card full or failed
- 2Camera disconnected from WiFi or network
- 3Power supply fault or cable damage
How Urgent Is This?
This should be fixed in the coming weeks. Leaving it may allow the problem to worsen and cost more to repair.
What Needs to Be Done
A security installer will check the recorder, storage, power supply, and network connections. They will replace faulty components and ensure the system is recording correctly.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £147 – £400 | Materials: £143 – £633
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Ask a QuestionHow to Prevent This
Check your CCTV recordings monthly. Set up overwrite-when-full to prevent storage issues. Keep cameras and cables protected from weather.
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