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01. What to look for before you buy02. Where these figures come from03. Best prices in stock today04. Buying for a business? We supply in bulk05. Why buy from Qyvea06. FAQ
A hardware shop needs a camera at the counter and till, one or two over the aisles with tools and fittings, a camera on the yard or loading area, and a night-capable camera on the front and back. Heavy items walk out at the yard gate and through collusion at the counter, so the loading area deserves the same attention as the till. Keep the recorder locked away and use a UPS.
Key takeaways
- Counter, aisles, yard and loading area.
- Night cameras and lighting on the yard.
- Count tools and fast-moving stock often.
- Recorder locked away, with a UPS.
01What to look for before you buy
- 01Counter and tillOverhead, covering the cash and the handover.
- 02Tool and fittings aislesDome cameras over small, high-value items.
- 03Yard and loadingWeatherproof bullet cameras covering gates and loading.
- 04Front and backNight cameras on both entrances.
- 05StorageRecord for weeks so you can review a loss found at stock-take.
- 06PowerA UPS keeps recording through cuts.
02Where these figures come from
Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: Nation: high burglary cases keep Nakuru businesses on edge; Kenyans.co.ke: CCTV captures customers drilling into a shop.
03Best prices in stock today
Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or ask us on WhatsApp for a recommendation.
04Buying for a business? We supply in bulk
One supplier for your whole business
- Bulk and repeat orders: send your list on WhatsApp and get a written quotation, usually within 2 hours
- Printable quotations straight from the online store for your approval process
- Thousands of products: IT, phones, appliances, security, solar and networking from one supplier
- Delivery across Kenya, plus installation and setup by Qyvea technicians where needed
- After-sales support: warranty claims handled with you, and maintenance for installed systems
05Why buy from Qyvea
Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea
- Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
- 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
- Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
- Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
- Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
- Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes
Full details: return & refund policy.
06Frequently asked questions
How many cameras does a hardware shop need?
Often six to ten depending on layout and yard: counter, two aisles, yard, loading, front and back.
Is night lighting important?
Yes. Cameras with infrared see in the dark, but good lighting gives clearer footage and deters planners.
Can I link cameras to my phone?
Yes with a modern recorder and its app; use a strong password.
Do I need an alarm?
For a shop with stock overnight, door and motion sensors with a siren and phone alert are a sensible addition.
