Pixl Canada installs security cameras for car dealerships and used-car lots: perimeter and lot coverage, showroom, key-control area and service bay, with a free written quote for wired CCTV and payment after the job. The main risks are vehicle theft and break-ins after hours, vandalism, and disputes about test drives and service. Send photos or a site plan to (587) 899-7495 and we recommend the camera count and layout before you book.
PCBy the Pixl Canada install team. Updated . 6 min read. Prices in Canadian dollars, before tax.
- Free written quote for wired CCTV
- Lot, showroom and service coverage
- Market price ranges by camera count
- Pay after the job
- A dealership lot is a large outdoor area. Night image quality and lighting decide what you can see.
- Cover rows of vehicles, entrances, the key cabinet, showroom and service bay.
- PTZ cameras help with big lots but do not replace fixed cameras on key points.
- Plan 12 to 24 cameras for many lots, and plan storage for 30 days or more.
Where should cameras go at a car dealership?
| Area | Why | Camera type |
|---|---|---|
| Lot perimeter and entrances | Vehicle theft and after-hours entry | Outdoor bullets with night vision |
| Rows of vehicles | Break-ins, vandalism and tampering | Bullets or PTZ for wide coverage |
| Key cabinet or key room | Controlled access to keys | Dome facing the door |
| Showroom and sales desks | Customer disputes and walk-in theft | Ceiling domes |
| Service bay and drop-off | Records vehicle condition at drop-off | Domes at the bay doors |
| Lot exit | Plates of vehicles leaving | Plate camera. See licence plate cameras |
How much does a dealership camera system cost?
These are market estimates, not a Pixl price. They multiply the typical installed range of $700 to $1,500 per standard IP camera by the number of cameras. PTZ and plate cameras cost more, at roughly $1,200 to $3,000 installed. Long outdoor cable runs and poles add labour.
| Cameras | Low | High | Typical site |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | $8,400 | $18,000 | Small used-car lot with an office |
| 16 | $11,200 | $24,000 | Mid-size lot with a showroom |
| 24 | $16,800 | $36,000 | Large lot with showroom and service |
See commercial security camera installation cost and parking lot cameras.
Fixed cameras or PTZ for a dealership lot?
| Option | Strength | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed bullet cameras | Always watching one view, lower cost per camera | Needs more cameras to cover a large lot |
| PTZ camera | Pan, tilt and zoom across a wide area | Can only point one way at a time. See PTZ camera guide |
| Mix of both | Fixed on key points, PTZ for follow-up | Higher total cost |
How does a dealership camera installation work?
- Send photos or a site plan, or book a walkthrough.
- Get a free written quote with cameras, recorder, cabling, poles and labour listed separately.
- Agree the layout for lot, showroom, key area and service bay.
- We install, aim and test every camera, and set up the recorder and phone access.
- You pay after the job.
Car dealership security cameras: frequently asked questions
How many cameras does a car lot need?
Twelve to twenty-four covers many lots, depending on size, rows and buildings.
Do I need night vision on a car lot?
Yes. Most theft happens after hours, so night image quality matters. See night vision cameras.
Is PTZ better than fixed cameras?
Not on its own. A mix of fixed cameras at key points and PTZ for follow-up works well.
How much does a dealership system cost?
Market estimates run about $700 to $1,500 per standard installed camera. Pixl gives a free written quote for wired CCTV.
How long should footage be kept?
Many businesses keep about 30 days or more. Ask your insurer.
When do I pay?
After the job.
Get a free written quote for your lot
Send photos or a site plan. You pay after the job.
Sources and method. Price ranges are market estimates built from published installer and vendor pricing guides and multiplied by camera count. They are not a Pixl price.
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.