Pixl Canada installs Arlo cameras: wire-free battery cameras, doorbells and floodlights, mounted and aimed, with the hub or base station placed, the app set up and each camera tested. The main buying question is the subscription: according to Arlo’s support information, recording to the Arlo cloud requires an Arlo Secure plan, while local storage is available only on some models. Plans and prices change often, so check Arlo’s site before you buy. One or two cameras start at $200 installed with Pixl, and you pay after the job.
PCBy the Pixl Canada install team. Updated October 26, 2026. 6 min read. Not affiliated with Arlo. Prices in Canadian dollars, before tax.
- What you get with and without a plan
- Placement and battery tips
- What a pro installation covers
- Free quote, pay after the job
- Arlo cloud recording needs a paid plan on newer cameras. Local storage is limited to some models.
- Decide whether you accept a monthly plan before you buy, or choose a local-storage brand.
- Place the base station centrally and check signal at each camera.
- Battery life drops in the cold. Check the rated temperature.
Do Arlo cameras need a subscription?
| Option | What it means |
|---|---|
| Arlo cloud recording | Needs an Arlo Secure plan. Arlo’s support page describes clips saved for a set number of days at up to 2K resolution |
| Local storage | Possible only on models with local storage, such as a memory card or a hub with storage |
| No plan and no local storage | Live view and limited alerts only, depending on the model |
Because plan names, prices and clip lengths change, confirm on Arlo’s site. If you want no monthly fee, see security camera brands compared and doorbell cameras without a subscription.
Where should the base station and cameras go?
| Item | Tip |
|---|---|
| Base station or hub | Central, near the router. See WiFi dead zones |
| Camera height | About 2.4 to 3 m. See mounting height |
| Battery in winter | Check the cold limit. See weather ratings |
| Solar charging | Aim south and keep clear of snow. See solar cameras |
What does Pixl do on an Arlo install?
- Check signal from each spot to the base station or router.
- Place the base station and connect it.
- Mount and aim each camera.
- Add the cameras in the app, set zones and alerts.
- Secure the account with a strong password and two-factor login.
- Test every view day and night.
| Job | Price |
|---|---|
| One or two wireless cameras | From $200 |
| Video doorbell | Battery $99, wired on existing wiring $149 |
| Larger or wired systems | Free custom quote |
Arlo installation: frequently asked questions
Does Pixl install Arlo cameras?
Yes. We install the cameras you bought. Send the model and photos.
Do Arlo cameras need a subscription?
Cloud recording needs an Arlo Secure plan according to Arlo’s support information. Local storage is available on some models only. Confirm current terms on Arlo’s site.
Do Arlo battery cameras work in the cold?
Only within the rated temperature. Check the datasheet and consider wired cameras for deep cold.
How much does installation cost?
One or two wireless cameras start at $200. Wired systems get a free written quote.
Can I switch to local storage?
Only if your model supports it. Otherwise consider a recorder-based system. See cloud storage vs local NVR.
When do I pay?
After the job.
Bought Arlo cameras? We install them
Send the model and photos of the spots. You pay after the job.
Sources and method. Subscription descriptions follow Arlo’s public support information on the Arlo Secure plan. Plans, prices and features change often, so confirm on Arlo’s site. Pixl is not affiliated with Arlo. Pixl prices checked October 2026.
About Pixl Canada. Pixl Canada is an installation company based in Edmonton, Alberta, serving cities across Canada with TV mounting, security cameras, appliance installation and smart home setup. Call or text (587) 899-7495. Open Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm and Sunday 9am to 7pm.