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A professionally installed 4-camera 4K CCTV system on a typical Brisbane home costs between $1,800 and $3,500 fully fitted — including NVR, hard drive, cabling, mobile app setup and 12-month warranty. Larger homes and premium camera models (active deterrence, colour night vision) cost more. Double-storey homes add 2–4 hours labour vs single-storey. Free on-site quote across Brisbane.

No, you don't need council approval to install CCTV on your own home in Queensland. Privacy considerations do apply though — cameras must be positioned to only capture your own boundary, not neighbouring properties. Commercial installations may have additional signage requirements under the Privacy Act.

For a typical single-storey Brisbane home, 4 cameras cover the key entry points (front door, back door, driveway, side gate). Double-storey or larger homes typically need 6–8 cameras to cover both floors and blind spots. We recommend one camera per key entry point plus wide-angle overview shots of front and back yards.

Wired (PoE) systems are best for permanent home installs — more reliable, better image quality, no battery replacements, and 10+ year lifespan. Wireless is only worth it for renters or one-off short-term surveillance. For long-term Brisbane home ownership, always go wired.

Yes. Every professional CCTV system we install includes free mobile app access — view live feeds, review recordings, get motion alerts and share access with family members from any smartphone worldwide. Works on iPhone and Android.

A standard 4-camera install on a single-storey Brisbane home takes 4–6 hours. Double-storey homes and 8-camera systems typically take a full day (8 hours). We conceal cabling, complete the phone app setup and walk you through the system before leaving.

The Starlink hardware kit costs around $549–$599 outright (or is included free with select plans). Monthly plans range from about $79 for a basic residential plan to $180+ for premium tiers in 2026. Professional installation adds $140 for straightforward ground/roof mount up to $400–$600 for complex height-access or long cable runs.

Ground-level self-install is possible — the Starlink kit includes basic instructions. But for a roof-mounted install with concealed cabling, proper storm-rated mount and safe height access, most Brisbane customers use a licensed installer. This ensures the mount survives Brisbane storms and cables don't degrade your roof waterproofing.

The dish needs a clear view of the sky — ideally with 100°+ unobstructed field of view. Common mounts are roof ridge, chimney, side wall or a dedicated pole. Roof mounting gives the cleanest sightlines. We use aluminium non-penetrating mounts that don't compromise your roof warranty. Avoid trees, chimney smoke and TV antenna interference.

Yes, mostly. Starlink handles rain and normal weather without issue. During severe storms with heavy hail or very dense cloud you may see brief service drops. The dish is IP54-rated and modern Gen 3 hardware has significantly improved storm performance.

Often yes — especially in outer suburbs like Ripley, Spring Mountain and rural pockets where NBN is Fixed Wireless or slow FTTN. Typical Starlink speeds in Brisbane are 100–250 Mbps down, better than most FTTN. For inner Brisbane with FTTP NBN, standard NBN is usually faster and cheaper.

Basic smart home starter packages start around $2,000–$5,000 (smart switches, one hub, voice control, a few automations). Whole-home professional systems cost $10,000–$50,000+ depending on complexity. Our MIH Automation packages start at $3,990 for a complete no-rebuild install with one app for every brand.

No — modern smart home systems retrofit into existing homes without rewiring. Smart switches replace existing wall switches, smart bulbs supplement existing lighting, and wireless sensors add motion, temperature and door detection. Full rewire is only needed for very old houses (pre-1970s) or when doing a full renovation anyway.

Yes, easily. Most Brisbane homes we automate are 5–30+ years old. Smart switches replace existing wall switches, smart hubs plug into your NBN router, sensors are battery or plug-in. Everything runs on Wi-Fi or Zigbee — no new cabling needed. Install typically takes 1–3 days depending on scope.

There's no single "best" — the right platform depends on your existing gear. For Apple households, HomeKit works cleanly. For Android or mixed households, Google Home or Home Assistant. For premium whole-home control (lighting scenes, climate, AV), Control4 or MIH Automation give a single app for everything. We recommend based on your home, not vendor lock-in.

Yes. Two options: replace wall switches with smart switches (works with all existing bulbs, our preferred approach) or add smart bulbs (only if you leave the wall switch on). Smart switches are cleaner, more reliable, work with dumb LED bulbs and don't stop working if guests flip the wall switch.

A basic single-room package installs in 2–4 hours. A whole-home 3–5 bedroom automation typically takes 2–3 days including programming, scene setup, and family training. We schedule around your family life and clean up as we go.

Entry-level home theatre (65–75" TV, soundbar, wall mount, cable conceal): $1,500–$3,500. Mid-range (85"+ TV or projector, 5.1 surround, in-wall speakers): $5,000–$12,000. Dedicated media room with acoustic treatment, in-ceiling projector and 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos: $15,000–$50,000+. Free on-site quote and design.

Rule of thumb: viewing distance divided by 2 = ideal TV size in inches. For a 3-metre couch-to-TV distance, that's 75–85 inches. For dedicated media rooms with viewing distance over 4 metres, a 100"+ projector setup often makes more sense than a TV.

TV wins for typical family rooms — brighter picture, works in daylight, smart apps built in, lower ongoing cost. Projectors win for dedicated dark rooms and screens over 100 inches — cheaper per inch and cinematic scale. Modern short-throw laser projectors bridge the gap for larger family rooms.

For casual TV rooms — no, not really. For dedicated media rooms where audio matters — yes, some treatment (acoustic panels, thick carpet, heavy curtains) dramatically improves sound quality. It doesn't need to look like a recording studio; we install treatment that blends with the room's design.

A TV wall mount with cable conceal: 2–4 hours. Full home theatre (mount, surround speakers, receiver, cabling, calibration): 1–2 days. Dedicated media room build with wall opening and patching: 3–5 days including painting.

Yes. Any electrical work in Queensland must be done by a licensed electrical contractor or electrician. This includes installing new powerpoints, switches, downlights, ceiling fans or running new cabling. Unlicensed electrical work is illegal in QLD, voids home insurance, and can be extremely dangerous.

Standard residential switchboard upgrades in Brisbane range from $1,500–$3,500. Older homes with fuse boxes upgrading to modern RCD-protected boards typically cost $2,000–$4,000. Complex upgrades (three-phase, solar integration) can reach $5,000+. Includes safety switches, circuit labelling and a Certificate of Compliance.

For most home electrical work (new powerpoints, switchboard upgrades, home theatre wiring), no council approval is needed — but the work must be done by a licensed electrician and a Certificate of Testing/Compliance must be issued. Major additions like new subboards or three-phase upgrades may require approval.

A single new powerpoint in an existing Brisbane home typically costs $180–$350 fully installed, depending on wall type (brick vs plasterboard) and cable run length. Multiple powerpoints installed at the same time reduce the per-point cost significantly. Same-day installs available for straightforward jobs.

Yes — this is exactly what Massive Integrated Homes was built for. Rather than juggling three different tradies (electrician, AV installer, security specialist), we handle electrical work, smart home automation, CCTV, home theatre, TV mounting, WiFi and Starlink under one quote and one team. One person to call, one invoice, one warranty.