Security & Automation Blog

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has confirmed a 23 cents per kilogram increase in the maximum retail price for LP Gas, effective 4 March 2026. Here is what it means for Gauteng and Pretoria households.

The Centurion D5 Evo Smart is South Africa's best-selling sliding gate motor. We review its real-world performance, battery backup, app control, and value for money in 2026.

Planning a home security upgrade? Here's an honest breakdown of what gate motors, CCTV, electric fencing, and intercoms cost to buy and install in South Africa in 2026.

Not sure how many cameras to install? Here's a practical guide for 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom South African homes, including which areas to prioritise and how to plan camera placement.

Nemtek and JVA are the two dominant electric fence energizer brands in South Africa. Here's how they compare on joule output, build quality, battery backup, and value for money.

Choosing a garage door motor in South Africa? This guide covers motor types for sectional vs roll-up doors, battery backup for load shedding, smart features, and what to budget.

Want to open your gate from your intercom handset? Here's how to wire an intercom to a Centurion, ET Nice, or other gate motor, including which terminals to use.

The Centurion D10 Smart and D5 Evo Smart are South Africa's most popular sliding gate motors. Here's how they compare on gate weight capacity, features, battery backup, and price.

Deciding between a video intercom and an audio intercom for your gate? We compare cost, security value, installation, and which option makes more sense for South African properties.

Gate motor battery flat? Here's how to identify which battery you need, safely replace it, and get your gate working again, including tips for Centurion, ET Nice, and Gemini motors.

Confused about Hikvision vs HiLook? Both brands are owned by the same company, but there are key differences in price, features, and target market. Here's what South African buyers need to know.

Keep your electric fence working safely with this comprehensive maintenance checklist. Monthly, seasonal, and annual tasks for South African homeowners.

Complete guide to CCTV installation costs in South Africa for 2025. Understand camera prices, installation fees, and what factors affect your total investment.

Discover why night vision security cameras are essential for South African homes. Learn about infrared, ColorVu, and dual-light technology for 24/7 protection.

Discover the most effective home security upgrades for Pretoria properties. From electric fencing to CCTV and gate motors, learn how to protect your Highveld home.

Find quality outdoor security cameras under R1000 for South African homes. Compare budget-friendly CCTV options that don't compromise on essential features.

Compare electric fencing and CCTV for South African home security. Learn which system offers better protection, or why combining both creates the ultimate security solution.

Discover the best solar-powered CCTV cameras for South African homes. Keep your property monitored during loadshedding with these reliable, wire-free security solutions.

Compare wireless and wired CCTV systems for South African homes. Understand installation costs, loadshedding considerations, and which security camera setup works best for your property.

Compare CCTV cameras and burglar alarm systems for home security in South Africa. Understand which system provides better protection for your property.

Complete pricing guide for electric fence installation in South Africa. Costs per meter, energizer prices, and total installation estimates for residential properties.

Understand how electric fencing systems work in South Africa. Learn about components, installation, legal requirements, and maintenance for residential security.

Compare CCTV cameras and electric fencing for home security in South Africa. Understand the differences, costs, and benefits of each security system.

Everything you need to know about LP gas cylinder exchange and refill in Pretoria. Compare prices for 9kg, 19kg, and 48kg cylinders, find exchange locations, and learn the process.

Complete pricing guide for garage door motors in South Africa. Compare sectional, roll-up, and tilt door motors from Centurion, Gemini, ET, and Digidoor.

Explore smart gate motor features including WiFi control, smartphone apps, voice assistants, and smart home integration. Upgrade your gate to a connected system.

Complete comparison of the best gate motors for South African homes. Compare Centurion, ET, Gemini - features, prices, and which motor suits your property.

Compare the best CCTV cameras for home security in South Africa. Hikvision vs Dahua comparison, package pricing, features explained, and installation guide.

Complete pricing guide for gate motor installation in South Africa. Compare costs for Centurion, ET, Gemini motors including professional installation, DIY options, and accessories.

Diagnose common gate motor beeping issues in South Africa. Learn what different beep patterns mean for Centurion, ET, and Gemini motors, plus how to fix them.

Learn how gate motors operate during load-shedding and power outages in South Africa. Battery backup options, solar solutions, and manual override explained.

Complete compatibility guide for gate motor remotes in South Africa. Find the right replacement remote for Centurion, ET Nice, Gemini, Sentry, and more.

Compare CCTV cameras and burglar alarm systems for home security in South Africa. Understand which system provides better protection for your property.

Complete pricing guide for electric fence installation in South Africa. Costs per meter, energizer prices, and total installation estimates for residential properties.

Understand how electric fencing systems work in South Africa. Learn about components, installation, legal requirements, and maintenance for residential security.

Compare CCTV cameras and electric fencing for home security in South Africa. Understand the differences, costs, and benefits of each security system.

Everything you need to know about LP gas cylinder exchange and refill in Pretoria. Compare prices for 9kg, 19kg, and 48kg cylinders, find exchange locations, and learn the process.

Complete pricing guide for garage door motors in South Africa. Compare sectional, roll-up, and tilt door motors from Centurion, Gemini, ET, and Digidoor.

Explore smart gate motor features including WiFi control, smartphone apps, voice assistants, and smart home integration. Upgrade your gate to a connected system.

Complete comparison of the best gate motors for South African homes. Compare Centurion, ET, Gemini - features, prices, and which motor suits your property.

Compare the best CCTV cameras for home security in South Africa. Hikvision vs Dahua comparison, package pricing, features explained, and installation guide.

Complete pricing guide for gate motor installation in South Africa. Compare costs for Centurion, ET, Gemini motors including professional installation, DIY options, and accessories.

Diagnose common gate motor beeping issues in South Africa. Learn what different beep patterns mean for Centurion, ET, and Gemini motors, plus how to fix them.

Learn how gate motors operate during load-shedding and power outages in South Africa. Battery backup options, solar solutions, and manual override explained.

Complete compatibility guide for gate motor remotes in South Africa. Find the right replacement remote for Centurion, ET Nice, Gemini, Sentry, and more.

Expert electric fence installation tips for South African properties. Learn about energizer selection, wire spacing, grounding, legal compliance, and safety requirements.

Step-by-step guide to manually operating your Centurion gate motor during power outages. Learn the manual release procedure for D5, D10, and other models.

Complete gate motor installation guide for South African properties. Step-by-step instructions, tools needed, safety requirements, and professional tips for sliding and swing gates.

Discover how to control your electric gate from your smartphone in South Africa. Learn about WiFi gate controllers, Bluetooth options, and smart home integration for Centurion, ET, and Gemini gate motors.

Professional tips for installing electric fencing on your property. Learn about energizer selection, wire spacing, grounding, and legal compliance for effective perimeter security.

Complete guide to choosing the right CCTV system for your South African home. Learn about camera types, recording options, night vision, and installation tips to protect your property.

Discover the top gate motor solutions that keep your property secure even during load-shedding. Compare battery backup options, solar compatibility, and reliable brands for South African homes.