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01. What to look for before you buy02. Where these figures come from03. Best prices in stock today04. Why buy from Qyvea05. FAQ
Outdoor cameras fail mostly because of water in connectors and surges on power and data lines. Use weatherproof boxes for joints, add surge protection and good earthing on cameras, recorders, gate controllers and fence energizers, and put recorders on a UPS. Check connections before the rains.
Key takeaways
- Waterproof every joint.
- Surge protection and earthing.
- UPS for recorders.
- Pre-rain check.
01What to look for before you buy
- 01Inspect jointsSeal or box every outdoor connector.
- 02Add surge protectionPower and data lines.
- 03Check earthingCameras, poles, fence energizers.
- 04Protect the recorderUPS and surge strip.
- 05Test after stormsLook for offline cameras.
02Where these figures come from
Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: Kenya Met: OND 2026 seasonal forecast; Capital FM: 80% of Kenya faces above-average rains; Kenyans.co.ke: uncertain start to short rains.
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.
04Why 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.
05Frequently asked questions
Why do my cameras go offline after rain?
Water in connectors, or a surge on the power supply.
Can lightning damage fences and gates?
Yes, energizers and controllers are common victims; use surge protection and earthing.
