Construction site cameras: buy or rent.
The camera takes the pictures. The BauTV+ portal does the rest. Three camera models for different requirements — all deliver the same data to the portal with automatic detection.
First the image, then the intelligent analysis.
Classic providers sell just the camera. BauTV+ sells the complete solution: camera, portal, automatic detection and service. The difference: with the classic offer, the value stops at the image. With BauTV+, that is where it starts.
Every camera — Universal LTE, Panorama or self-sufficient Solar Cam — delivers the same data types: images, time, person and vehicle detection, weather conditions. The BauTV+ portal turns them into clear answers with image evidence and automatic daily reports.
Which camerafor which site?
Together with you, we check location, field of view, power supply and project duration. The hardware follows your requirements — not the other way round.
Universal LTE Cam
The standard for most construction sites. Robust, low-maintenance, quickly installed.
- Resolution: Full HD (2 MP) up to UHD 4K (8 MP)
- Horizontal field of view: 90° to 130°
- LTE 4G mobile connection included — no own line needed
- Requirement: 230 V power supply on site
- Installation by NetCo or self-installation
Panorama Cam
When you need more image: wide panorama shots from a single position.
- Wide angle up to 230° horizontal (theoretically up to 360°)
- Several virtual cameras from one position
- Ideal for wide and vertically tall construction fields
- Can be mounted almost anywhere — including the crane
- Requirement: 230 V power supply on site
Self-sufficient Solar Cam
For the greenfield site: all features of the Universal Cam, just without cables.
- Powered by solar panel and battery — fully self-sufficient
- Data transmission via LTE mobile network
- Ideal for locations without a power socket
- Same image and detection data as all models
- Usually installed by NetCo (site check in advance)
Where the cameragets installed
From the 1 m short mast to the 20 m mast, on a container or on the crane. NetCo installs across Europe with its own specialists — no subcontractors.
- Existing structure
1 m short mast
The best solution when a container or flat roof nearby offers a view of the construction.
- Open field
8 m mast, mobile
When the building is not too tall and a short mast cannot reach a good position — for example in an open field.
- Container
10 m mast on container
When a container is nearby and a higher position is required.
- Overview
15 m mast
For an even better overview of construction progress when no container is nearby.
- Maximum
20 m mast
As tall as the Brandenburg Gate (without the Quadriga) — an ideal overview of almost any site. Need it higher? Ask us, we will check.
- Bird’s eye view
Crane mounting
The construction from above — ideal for comparing progress against the construction plan.
Special solutions forspecial requirements
- Mobile
Mobile mast system
Solar mast without foundation, set up on a ballast plate. Quickly erected and easy to relocate when the site moves.
- Indoor
Interiors
Fitting out production halls, drywalling a floor: the systems document reliably indoors as well — people are blurred in line with GDPR.
- Spectacular
Drone flight
Impressive aerial footage via our drone partner — the special perspective for marketing and presentations.
What pays offfor your project?
The basic package is designed for self-installation — for everything else, NetCo comes with its own specialists.
| Aspect | Self-installation | Full service by NetCo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Lower price through independent installation | Higher price for a qualified service |
| Time required | Depends on the installer’s skills | Fast, efficient installation by experts |
| Prior knowledge | Technical understanding and careful planning required | No technical knowledge required |
| Equipment | Universal system with camera, mounting material, cables, SIM card and instructions | Tailored system with matching mounting material |
| Support | Limited to the installation instructions | Comprehensive support and advice |
| Recommended for | Smaller projects or existing technical expertise | Large projects or when no technical expertise is available |
Basic package from€199/month
Plus one-off setup from €349 · minimum term 3 months · prices plus VAT, for business customers only.
Basic package — see live what is happening
from €199/month- Full HD camera (4K at extra cost)
- Live images every 15 minutes
- LTE connection included
- BauTV+ cloud portal and app
- Online image archive
- Time-lapse at project end
- ChatBob Basic (coming soon)
Construction progress
from €29/month
Daily time-lapses and individual videos — embeddable directly on your website.
Construction management
from €99/month
AI analysis with project statistics, access control, automatic daily reports and location-specific weather data.
Data protection
from €49/month
People, vehicles and sensitive areas are automatically blurred in line with GDPR.
Livestream
from €39/month
Public or password-protected direct stream in the BauTV+ cloud portal.
Rent a construction camera or buy one?
Renting for project durations under 18 months, buying for use across several projects. Owning the hardware or using the rental pool — both options come with the same portal access and the same service.
- Renting: predictable, no investment, always up-to-date technology
- Buying: capital asset, depreciation over up to 4 years
- Portal access and BauTV+ app included in both models
- Switching between models possible at any time
Our own development, our own production
15 software and hardware developers in Blankenburg work on the next camera generation. Components tested for continuous operation. Four of our own technicians handle every installation.
- Active since 1997 — one of Europe's first construction cameras
- More than 10,000 construction projects documented since 1997
- 99.9% availability over the last 12 months
- No subcontractors for installation and service
These cameras deliver imagesto the BauTV+ portal
What clients want to knowbefore deciding
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How much does a construction site camera cost per month?
Monthly costs start at €199 net for the basic package (plus a one-off setup from €349, minimum term 3 months). The exact costs depend on term, camera resolution and mounting type. All prices at a glance.
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Should I rent or buy a construction site camera?
For most construction projects, renting is the better fit: up-to-date technology, professional service and flexible terms without a large upfront investment. Buying pays off mainly with permanent demand across several locations. Buying or renting in detail.
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Which construction site camera suits my project?
Three factors decide: the power supply (without a 230 V connection you need the self-sufficient Solar Cam), the size of the construction field (for wide areas the Panorama Cam with up to 230° field of view) and the level of detail you need (4K resolution shows even small details).
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How high does a construction site camera need to be mounted?
That depends on building height and construction field. For logistics halls, a 1 m short mast on a container is often enough. For larger projects, 8 to 20 m masts offer a better overview. For high-rise projects, crane mounting is recommended.
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Can I install a construction site camera myself?
Yes, the basic package is designed for self-installation: a pre-configured camera system with mounting material, SIM card and instructions. For more complex installations such as tall masts or self-sufficient solar systems, NetCo handles the professional installation.
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Does a construction site camera work without a power connection?
Yes. The self-sufficient Solar Cam works fully independent of the grid — solar panel plus battery, data transmission via LTE. Ideal for greenfield sites or locations without a power socket.
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Are the camera images GDPR-compliant?
Yes. People and sensitive areas are blurred automatically. This way you document with legal certainty and can also use the images for marketing and presentations. More on GDPR & data protection.
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How do I access the images from my construction site camera?
Via the web-based BauTV+ portal — any time, from anywhere, on desktop, tablet or smartphone. With an image archive calendar, zoom function, automatic time-lapses and ChatBob, who finds the right image for you on request. To the portal.
Let us calculate the right setup for you
15 minutes of consultation. We check location, field of view, power supply and project duration — and propose the camera plus the matching model.
Engineered in Europe · GDPR-compliant · 25+ years NetCo · 10,000+ projects