CHEAP HOME SECURITY THAT WORKS! DIY TECHNOLOGY FOR A SAFER LIFE!

[@plagueofbadgers]

Great advice, have a security system similar to this at our place. 24-hour recording, motion alerts, live feed to phones and so on. It's not being paranoid or crazy it's protecting your loved ones. I really like that I can look around the outside of my house before opening the door.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Amen!

[@2Ryled]

What security system?

[@Hi98765]

ive got a scandalous bunch of druggies adjacent to my home. i am indeed paranoid as one of them has been scoping out and knows without a doubt our schedules. id like it mostly for when im sitting alone at home til 2am before my man gets off so i can be alerted if anyone is sneaking around my wide open property in town. sucks to feel unsafe, but im trying to be proactive.

[@plagueofbadgers]

@m c Don't look at it as being paranoid. Like you said, you're being proactive. Just like wildlife, "criminals" don't like being being seen. Maybe add some motion lights around your house also.

[@davidtobias1665]

I also have a personal safety device, my S&W 357 MAG.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

We all hope we never have to go to that extreme.....I've been robbed at gunpoint....and I've been surrounded by assailants on a city street....I wan't always Mr. Stoney Ridge...and this world can be a dangerous place...better to use a flashlight than to go to the weapon.....my first rule of vigilance.....avoid confrontation and live another day

[@davidtobias1665]

@@StoneyRidgeFarmer I hope I never have to ,but if someone breaks into my house and threatens my life , they will pay the ultimate price.

[@steveb6103]

@@davidtobias1665 Better live in a stand your ground state. And remember you will go to jail justifiable or not. Your gun or guns will be held as evidence. (Took 6 months to get mine back) And you'll have to live yourself afterwards. Better get insurance for the civil lawsuit that's headed your way ! Homeowners insurance will not cover you.

[@davidtobias1665]

@@steveb6103 I do.

[@hankrodriguezhill7029]

😂 good one seems to deter effectively

[@hoodflix7544]

Anybody who laughs or scoffs at u for taking ur home security seriously can kick rocks.. We don’t live in a perfect world like many may think and lots are out to get you. Always stay on point 💯

[@captgate8523]

$550.00? I guess your idea of cheap home security is a little different than mine.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Find a reliable camera for under $100? Man..these days you can't get 5 bags of groceries (real food) for that price...so yep...I'll spend a little more coin for reliability...what good is having a cheap piece of crap that breaks 2 months after ya buy it...I've had cheap IP cameras...they all end up in the trash

[@nado3580]

I know right

[@marklittler784]

Get a sign warning leprosy quarantine in force.

[@marklittler784]

@Kimberly Taylor Maybe if you had cctv you wouldn't need a lawyer in the first place so it's cheap in that sense, and you could even claim financially for damages which would pay for the cctv. Try using a hidden bodycam to get proof she's lying or tape phone calls.

[@thealphanoid6160]

@@marklittler784 man have some compassion

[@bretpbullard]

Hi Josh, thanks for posting this video!

[@Hfoutdoorsyt]

Thanks Josh!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Thank You for the positive comment!

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

I don’t know if you intended this but it worked great to get me rewind and watch again at 1:06. The flash of you in the dark. Would have been cool if it was a scary clown. Two thumbs up!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

lol

[@mswms7181]

I live in an apartment, I came home and found the maintenance guy in my unit without my request or a work order, he stated my air conditioning unit was leaking from outside so he came in to check and make sure no leaks were on the inside of my unit. I sounds reasonable, but this isn't the first time this has happened, I spoke with management, of course their goal is to protect the rental property so, they stated it must have been a leak and they of condone his actions. I don't trust him or management. Thank you for the suggestions I will be looking into which is best for me and if you anymore, send them my way. Thanks again.

[@tessellationarts2971]

How do they have access to your unit? Did you not change the lock on your door?

[@tessapietersen21]

Hi there. If you're renting then the owner will have the spare keys. They're supposed to notify you before the time if they need to access your unit or otherwise be able to prove that they couldn't reach you that it was an absolute emergency to gain access. Always read your lease thoroughly.

[@jes69r20]

Buen trabajo señor

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Shared it on my Facebook page. Hope it helps. Great information!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

I sure help it will help save someone some true heartache

[@adamsmith4878]

Weve got a 14 dollar driveway alarm bout 200 yards from house sets of a dinger inside the house fairly handy and cheap

[@adamsmith4878]

@@rogerl8488 I dont remember off hand came from harbor freight

[@marklittler784]

Yeah warns you when a junk mail professional is approaching, can't beat a moat round the house though.

[@PaulSmith-kk4xv]

Thanks, you have encouraged me to do the same.

[@russellwilliams825]

I watched this video about 2 weeks ago. Today I installed my Arlo 4 camera system covering the 4 entrances to my home. Installation was very easy and so far, I'm very pleased with my purchase and the process Arlo uses. Two thumbs up, Josh. Thanks!

[@alcopower5710]

How has the cameras held up?

[@savannahstokes1226]

Can you review footage?

[@AndTheCorrectAnswerIs]

For a really cheap (but great) solution, look up WYZE cameras. They have 2 models...a stationary camera for $24, an a camera with pan/tilt for $39. No monthly charges, on board micro SD of up to 32GB...motion sensor, IR night vision, 2 way audio. Meant for indoor use, but there are outdoor housings on Ebay. Connects to your home wifi, monitor on any smartphone.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Yep...I have several of them....2 months has been the average life span....I've found them all to be unreliable and they wind up in the trash.....Arlo is a whole world better than those cheap IP cams....just my experience...they work...but Arlo is in another league brotha..trust me

[@stevenjohnson1035]

I use Wyze cameras. Easy to set up and great 1080 picture. It saves motion detection for 2 weeks.

[@chelseab5467]

Thank you this was very helpful!

[@dehavenfamilyfarm]

Great products. Thanks for sharing!!

[@user-kk4pw2lo1t]

Thanks

[@Melissa-zt4ul]

Thank you

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

you're very welcome...fyi...I've had this system for 4 years or so now...it works awesome! Batteries still hold great charge!

[@Melissa-zt4ul]

Any recommendations for indoor cameras without monthly subscription

[@takayama1638]

I'm liking that Arlo. I've been researching cameras for years. Was going to get a Nest, until google bought the company! I avoid goog mess, hate it. All I need is internet connected camera that notifies me immediately, lets me talk to and watch whoever triggers it, and totally control it remotely.

[@alaxhix1]

Just make sure you dig deep into the app. Make sure to set motion sensitive and the length of the video recorded. They usually come at mid level or low settings. Mine are set at 80% motion level, video starts sooner and just picks up more. Then I have it set to record for two minutes. With these settings, the Arlo can pick up the birds when they fly by. The settings is where people dont set them and think something is wrong with the Alros. (Short videos and not starting recording on time). The Arlo Go even has two way audio.

[@Doxymeister]

Those are some nifty ideas! The security system is a little out of my budget, but the personal light is a great idea, very helpful, especially for those young people leaving home. As a woman who ended up having to raise a family alone, I had to get creative with home security. Lots of bushes and landscaping is a godsend for burglars/bad guys, but judicious use of proper vegetation is good. I planted Pyracanthus (sp) Firethorn under every window of my home after a Peeping Tom episode--it grows well in poor soil and does great both on the sunny south side and the north shaded side. This plant will seriously mess you up with 1 1/2" thorns. There are stop-bars that fit under the door knobs on both doors. Since I'm now disabled, my sons are going in to get me a camera/mic device on the front door, so that I can talk to/monitor delivery persons without having to get up; it's wireless so I can get it right on my TV screen. Thank you for covering this topic, I sure hope you don't mind us subscribers chipping-in ideas?

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Heck yeah great ideas!

[@CharlieArehart1]

For the idea of firethorn or the like under a window to discourage peeping toms/burglars, folks need to be sure to weigh the risk/ease/cost of that being there if someone INSIDE the house may need to get OUT that window, such as in the event of a fire or home invasion. Not saying the risk always outweighs the intended protection. Just be sure to consider it before implementing the idea.

[@Doxymeister]

@@CharlieArehart1 Yep. Also, I started out with antique gardening implements "artfully arranged" under the windows on the public side, as a sort of booby-trap, LOL, but the cops told me that booby-traps would get me in trouble should the window-peeper get hurt while he's spying on me, so the antiques had to get moved to a different place. So folks need to think through the legal aspects of their plans as well.

[@cavsomecadence6117]

​@@CharlieArehart1It can't prevent you from escaping the fire.

[@CharlieArehart1]

​@@cavsomecadence6117yes, it could (a bush with thorns of an inch and a half).

[@michaellai4130]

thank you very much

[@henryrodgers3409]

What a great video. Many ways to protect yourself and property . I checked out a few of the items and the reviews are very positive . Thanks

[@jlrbhj]

I have a friend who installed Arlo and really likes it. Edit: Thanks for the diy ideas.

[@jameshubbard1257]

Have Bought 2 of the 6 pack kits. They work great.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Expensive ....but once you've got it...you can hardly live without them....great piece of mind when leaving the farm behind

[@marykrigbaum9021]

What do you recommend for a dash cam? Lots to think about thank you.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

vid coming soon...thinkware dash cam

[@NorthCountryOffgrid]

What a great idea! Thanks for the tip. You just can’t take security lightly...

[@conundrumconundrum5589]

NCOG, We see what u did there. lol

[@thebabyjedi6021]

He is paranoid for sure!

[@NorthCountryOffgrid]

The Jedi Kid sometimes they really are after you!😳😳😳

[@NorthCountryOffgrid]

conundrum conundrum 😉😁

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

@@thebabyjedi6021 lol....tell ya what...you'd be hard pressed to sneak up on me ....and ya might not like the outcome bhahhaha

[@gabedwards]

Excellent video. You earned yourself another subscriber

[@treyward8362]

We have a Arlo to we put ours up last week works great

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

I'm very happy with our system too....lots of folks comparing it with the cheapo $25 wireless IP cameras...been there done that...and they all have ended up in the trash can.....Arlo is 1000 times better...reliable and I just can't say enough....just a great system and great piece of mind while we were gone to the UK....

[@OMG-ys6ef]

Thx you for this valuable info! Your links need to be updated.

[@doublemountainman9962]

Hook a radio up to one of those WiFi plugs. A little random noise is as good as light sometimes.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

I agree!

[@stevestudley4060]

Thank you.

[@paulgilbert4398]

Surefire! Great company. I had bought my family the Surefire handheld (normal) flashlights and they just wouldn’t carry them around....then I bought them all Sidekicks and they immediately attached them to their car key chains. Perfect. I travel international and carry my Surefire for ‘avoidance’. For hunting I have the China knockoffs color lights but when we go into the woods for wounded / shot hogs the 600 lumen Surefire lights come out. On sale you can get them $50-100. Thanks for your videos.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Thanks Paul....I am a huge fan...they are expensive..but last a lifetime or more...and surefire stands by their equipment

[@LetTheWritersWrite]

I've seen those arlo cameras at Costco a lot. Glad you reviewed them.

[@MissSara76108]

Hey Josh Richard and Sandra blakeman here from Texas I just want to thank you for everything you do all the cool ideas I was watching you fix your neighbors lights on his golf cart heard that from turd fuzz making comments you take you keep doing what you're doing you're helping a lot of people out if they don't understand that they don't have to watch they can get a life stay cool my friend Richard and Sandra

[@dannie3117]

Great ideas.

[@wisconsinGreg]

Good video I'll have to check out the Arlo camera system.

[@jalopyjoe4483]

Got 2 sets (10 total) of the Arlos and love them. Use them inside and outside and the best thing about them is they are easily moveable and very simple. Two have motion lights and speakers and they work great with my smartphone. Had to get a battery backup in case of lost power.

[@DolittleMccoy]

I'm currently looking at afew different security devises to put in my home while i'm away... I really like the light system that alternates and turns on and off.... I've been thinking about putting afew unmarked strains of electric wire around my yard and driveway gate. I have an old livestock electric fence charger laying in the garage,, I figured it might come in handy for home protection... I'd also like to get a good security camera system sometime... I use to have afew trail camera's set up but they always end up tearing up for some odd reason.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

As a former member of law enforcement....lighting is your best friend when it comes to security...criminals don't like being discovered

[@jimparfitt2330]

Wow! Excellent info. Thanks so much!

[@jhlewis10]

I use these only for areas that I can not run power. The super cheap wyze cams have better software and quality is great imo.

[@darktoadone5068]

What's the name of that larger solar light you showed that will stay on a long time? I need some of those.

[@briandenzer]

Excellent.

[@ThriftyGarage]

Try the WYZE Camera. It's only $25 and has features I would expect for a $100+ camera.

[@franciscojimenezhoyo1235]

Hola,yo tengo hecho un pedido de 5 cámaras,cuánto tiempo tarda y cómo puedo hacer un seguimiento,muchas gracias.

[@johnq8792]

Excellent video tnx

[@als3869]

Great video thank you for sharing! With Arlo is there a third party monitoring the feed and the alerts?

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

you can pay for 3rd party...I just use the app

[@Saint696Anger]

I have many of those lights and let me tell you most hold up very very well in all weather. Some you'll want to inspect and fix any potential problems for example the seal

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

The litom brand has proven itself time and time again for me

[@smokymountainoutdoorsman1991]

If the camera is connected to wifi it's always possible that someone else could be watching too. Its happened before. There's tons of incidents of that happening. I just use a bunch of trail cameras and make routine patrols checking each sd card. No need for wifi, but not quite as convenient.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

lol Well I guess if folks could figure out my wifi password...and get close enough to the house to connect....they could watch my dogs lol....I use game cams in areas that are remote also....works great....every vehicle that comes down my road is photographed on the way in..and on the way out....I try and be pretty proactive....just like yourself! FYI I love you youtube avitar (photo)....love me some good ol Jeremiah Johnson!

[@vittoriovuocolo2438]

That's my system too.a picture is a picture.the sheriff's department already know who the rogues are in the area.i got burglarized 6 times before they picked up the meth head down the road from me and he was in jail 3 days.best to have a couple good dogs.and a 12 gauge.

[@marklittler784]

Use both, you cannot exactly over do it lol

[@andrewcarey5359]

Do they sell those kinds on amazon? I would like to get one for my future home.

[@CarlCunningham360]

Fantastic video! Thank you for posting SRF! Subscribed and can't wait for more videos.

[@sueplummer6669]

Awesome video Josh thanks for the info.

[@DoddsFarm]

We have Kuna, similar to Arlo, but Viasat internet is SO SLOW, AND SKETCHY. that the wireless cameras won't connect without going through a bunch of reconnecting and sometimes never connects. Looking at a wired system but install is a pain. Good advice on the lighting, I like the alternating light trick, good stuff. Thanks.

[@texas4325]

Great video!

[@2Ryled]

What do you do for fields away from the house? I have people messing with my fields

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

I don't use these cameras way off from the house..I use game cameras

[@2Ryled]

@@StoneyRidgeFarmer ok. I have theives looking for the game cams to steal:(

[@ralphstrucking]

I have Arlo for years pro has better night vision I have 2 and 2 regular which sucks at night

[@DiamondHeartRanch]

I’m wondering if it will work a half mile away from base where my cows are calving. Any ideas. Thanks for your help. Great video. Greg

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

You'd need a wifi extender to make it work that far out brotha..the range is 300 feet or so....I have not tested the full range yet

[@DiamondHeartRanch]

yeah I figured...make sense..thanks@@StoneyRidgeFarmer

[@kentg7986]

I prefer the Nitecore Tip, My Sisters got one for taking her Dog out at night but prefers her old mag light in her hand in case she had to.

[@NightThings99]

With home security cameras, you should hard wire everything in! My neighbors have Arlo and are older and forget to change the batteries so there cameras become useless. I have my cameras hard wired in. Never go with battery cameras, unless you are prepared to deal with changing batteries.

[@rankrsh756]

Thank you from🇨🇦

[@jannerkev]

Got solar pir lights just like that. Great buy

[@d.ferguson6838]

Thank you!!!

[@cdlady54_95]

Is arlo like ring, record for one minute only even though activity is ongoing? And i have to take it down and recharge it, the system doesn't automatically recharge it especially for the cost quoted? Those are the things that keep us irritated with ring. Thank you.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Yes mam..unless you get the solar charger...I have one...but did not show that camera for security reasons...cant spill all the beans 😁

[@alcopower5710]

How has the Arlo system held up?

[@alcopower5710]

Not very good I’m assuming

[@polycat7670]

Did you review Nest? Planning on something along those lines for my house. Great info!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

My sister has the Nest...and another good buddy has both...he prefers Arlo over Nest....but both are good systems I hear

[@polycat7670]

@@StoneyRidgeFarmer thanks. Love this type of communication!

[@sherenemchenry]

Very informative, thanks!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Hey there! Thanks....I think you'd like the Arlo system....people that travel for work need a way to keep an eye on things...imagine coming home to a break in.....gives us piece of mind for sure...stay warm up there!!

[@sherenemchenry]

@@StoneyRidgeFarmer Thanks!!!

[@hartzellglj]

Thanks for the tips Josh!

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Glad to help...hope you take some of this advice and share it....I want all of my viewers to be safe

[@hartzellglj]

@@StoneyRidgeFarmer I have motion sensor lights on all the corners of my place. I do like that camera. Unfortunately high speed internet around here isn't available. May pick up an Arlo Go though. 👍

[@blackmond1969]

How is your wifi out there in the country ? I have to use hughesnet not enough to run more than one maybe two cameras. Can you fast forward or rewind the videos ?

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Yes...it's stored in the "cloud" for ya....ya get an email, text, and you can access the video footage immediately

[@tonyc2891]

How do you keep someone from just reaching up and taking Arlo right off the pole, you did say it's magnetic?

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

yep...sure is...and you'll have a nice video of them stealing it....if you live in a theft prone area..place it out of reach

[@taylorman4080]

How often do you have to recharge Arlo?

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

About every 4 months ish.....the batteries last a very very long time!

[@mikekolczynski5665]

Guardline perimeter alarms, 12 gauge trip wires from Fith Ops with flash bangs,pepper spray, and dye rounds. Game cameras and house cameras.

[@scottsmith4111]

Hey Josh cool video thank you for it it's good to know these things

[@petermavus4131]

Thanks Josh I,m gonna go for Arlo

[@AndyM.]

WOO HOO! I have one of those LED/motion detector above my 'throne'!!!! NO more PEEING on the seat at night! PALABRA! That's SPANISH for 'WORD'!

[@gagenist1193]

How long does the battery last ?

[@MikeG.666]

I didnt know Surefire made a keychain light. Ill look into that. Thanks for the tip. Edit: clicked the link and it's unavailable. That sucks. I guess it's popular. I like a good pocket clip light, rechargeable. The Surefire is only 300 lumins, I'm sure that's fine when someone's eyes are adjusted to darkness and you hit em in the retina from close range.

[@MikeG.666]

That's why my lights are typically on a picatinny rail. But the point you made about daughters was a good one. If for whatever reason they don't want to get their CCW, atleast carry a bright light. All the time. And not in your damn purse. 🤣

[@cherylpalmer8276]

Thank you 🤩😍🥰🙏🏽

[@jburritt426]

A good fence helps too. Have a glorious day.

[@DcaCo123]

I need help, I live in the backwoods of North Michigan. I was burglarized earlier this month, took my guns, cash, tools and sense of security. Is there an inexpensive way to get internet service. Cable TV will not run a wire 1/4 mile back into the woods for me. I am on a limited budget and would really appreciate some advice on protecting what I have left. Thank you to all who respond.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

We have internet via the phone lines...you may want to call your local providers ...I've found satellite internet out of my price range...good luck man..I'm sorry you've had these troubles. Remember an ounce of prevention ...get a gate up there...and start lookin real hard at who you have to your house..odds are it's someone you know!

[@curtisrandolph1887]

I have Arlo cameras. Work great. However I shut off the electricity from outside the house. Cameras didn’t transmit anything after that. Same with disconnecting the fiber optic cable. Flaw in security there.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

there's a million ways to navigate around a camera system......if you've got something that needs to be protected that hard core....that they'd cut power...then you may want an UPS system to keep your internet and cameras up

[@curtisrandolph1887]

@@StoneyRidgeFarmer I bought a back up battery pack(uninterruptible power source). I am wondering if I didn’t install it correctly. Still working on it.

[@stubbshomestead1316]

I love the idea of the arlo and would love it if they fixed a few things, 1 Is that the sensitivity settings tend to not pick up people as they walk up so its delayed recording.2 Is that it doesnt incorporate into any other security software. Personally I use POE cameras around my house with a milestone server for recordings. Also the smart plug is not UL rated last I checked, Id like something like that though as long as its safe.

[@simonrowley4913]

Hi Josh. Again great Vlog. Good ideas and sensible advise. Thanks for sharing your ideas 👍🏻 prevention is better than the aggravation

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Amen Simon!

[@beverlysnyder1587]

Does Arlo have built in WiFi?

[@sun9912]

Good tips bro

[@TheMslizzygirl]

Any advice on securing a visible internet boxes on your shop and home where you cannot fence your property? Thanks 😊

[@bradlangley775]

Good vid and tips but make sure you your cameras are wifi uploaded and hardwired w/ battery backups

[@lisarobertson4485]

Is it only live feed? Does it keep the video permsnently.

[@phillully4472]

Josh those are some kool security measures... the camera with an app is awesome.. there are some Akido moves too that would be helpful for personal protection too for anybody..

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

I've taken some Kempo lessons myself...best to avoid all confrontation and escape with life and limb in any case for sure

[@phillully4472]

@@StoneyRidgeFarmer yes i agree, but this old Army Sergeant has found a few times they don't always want to walk away.. these holds are similar to what a police officer may employ... just enough to control an aggressor! Best wishes Josh to you and Mrs. Stoney Ridge. Take care.

[@RoadhogRNA]

Excellent video and excellent advise!!!!!

[@onawhim7737]

Good info and video... Thanks for sharing!

[@gregatkinson7276]

All good but your camera by the door while at a good vantage point can also be (just as easily as you did it) taken down by a perp. Should be secured better or out of reach I would think.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

that's why ya have multiple cameras all over...you can secure these with a mounting screw also.fyi or place it up high

[@imperfectcortez7749]

Can I install this in Mexico and see it in my house in the u.s.a

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

if you have wifi

[@michaelbon8052]

Great tips. Great advice. Thanks for everything.

[@davekimbler2308]

All very good things to know and remember! I also believe in personal protection 2nd amendment! I carried for 15 years and never pulled it out but the piece of mind is nice 👍.

[@JosefinaRuiz-e8s]

A good fence helps too. Have a glorious day.

[@Doppelus]

Thank you so much for this info! You may have given me peace of mind.

[@josephboley]

great idea bud.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Thanks Joseph...keep that lady of your's safe...get her a nice bright light for her keychain....ya never know these days

[@sawcreatives]

Josh, how is your internet connection out there? Do you have problems having security cameras, etc. streaming off your wifi at once? I'm looking to get to a more rural area, but I am limited to satellite internet which would be too slow for work, security cameras, tv, etc. to all stream.

[@brethnyromero5572]

So we live in a very remote area with barely any wireless connection it’s the equivalence to 1 or 2 bars of cellular data. Would this system work?

[@lindamorris7196]

What do you think of the ring system? That is what I have, I pay 30 dollars a year. I had the arlo system first, but someone told me it was better for baby monitoring so I sent it back to QVC.