What Does Proactive Video Monitoring Cost?

Most Overwatch monitoring systems are quoted between $20,000 and $40,000, and clients typically save 60–80% compared with on-site security guards. Your exact price depends on the size of the property, how many cameras need live coverage, the hours you want monitored, and whether you need a mobile trailer or a fixed installation.

We publish real numbers because “call for pricing” doesn’t help anyone budget. Below is what drives the cost and what our rapid-deployment units cost today.

How much does a mobile security trailer cost?

Our mobile surveillance trailer (MMSU) is $4,400 per month on a 90-day term, plus a $995 deployment fee. Trailers are self-powered, so they work on construction sites, open lots, and properties without existing infrastructure. Every unit includes live agent monitoring.

How much does a fixed-mount rapid-deployment unit cost?

The Go Box fixed-mount unit is $2,195 per month on a 90-day term, plus a $1,200 installation charge. It’s the fastest way to get live monitoring on a building while a permanent system is designed and installed.

Can I get coverage right away while a permanent system is installed?

Yes. Rapid-deployment units bridge the gap: a permanent system typically takes one to two weeks to install, and a trailer or Go Box can protect the property in the meantime. A 50% deposit on the 90-day price starts the agreement.

Is remote video monitoring cheaper than security guards?

For most properties, yes — clients typically save 60–80% versus traditional guard coverage. A guard covers one spot at a time and can be distracted or asleep; live monitoring agents watch every camera at once and intervene in real time with a voice warning through on-site speakers, before police are dispatched.

What affects the price of a monitoring plan?

• Property size and layout — how many cameras are needed for full coverage
• Monitoring hours — overnight only, after-hours, or 24/7
• Hardware — using cameras you already own versus new equipment
• Deployment type — mobile trailer, fixed installation, or both
• Term — short-term rapid deployment versus a long-term agreement

How do I get an exact quote?

Tell us about your property and we’ll design the right monitoring plan. Get a custom quote or schedule a free assessment.