Security system installation and repair in Pakistan
Installing a CCTV or alarm system in Pakistan costs about Rs 2,000 to 8,000 per camera, and an eight-camera system with labour runs about Rs 16,000 to 64,000. The fastest way to get current prices for your site is to send a request on BlaBlaPrice.
Approximate prices in Pakistan, November 2026 (sellers' websites)| Work | Approximate price |
|---|
| One camera, installed | Rs 2,000 to 8,000 |
| Eight-camera system, with labour | Rs 16,000 to 64,000 |
| Complete CCTV package with installation | from Rs 8,000 |
| Full system in Lahore, by number of cameras | Rs 15,000 to 200,000 |
| Camera replacement, per unit | Rs 6,000 to 18,000 |
| DVR or NVR repair or replacement | Rs 15,000 to 45,000 |
Local rules and what to check
The search results for this work name no licence that an installer must hold. What they do show is that technicians here train in short courses, from a one-month CCTV course to a one-year diploma, so ask where your installer trained. Ask for the warranty in writing too: some packages include a one-year warranty, and a one-time charge should be stated before the work starts.
Season and climate
Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Faisalabad have a desert climate, with very hot summers from May to September and mild winters from November to March. November is a good time to book: cable runs, mounting on outside walls and roof work are easier in mild weather, so the system can be tested and handed over before the summer heat from May.
How the work is priced and delivered
Installers quote per camera for a simple installation, per system or package, and per repair unit. The eight-camera figure includes labour. Annual maintenance contracts are quoted separately, from about Rs 10,000 to 30,000 a year depending on the number of cameras and the system type. Give the exact address in one of these cities, so the installer can say whether they cover your area. State cable length in metres and the number of cameras, and ask whether the quote includes cable, mounting and commissioning.
What to put in your request
Name the system type (dome, bullet or IP camera), the number of cameras, the site (home, shop, warehouse or office), whether you want a monitored alarm, and your budget. For a repair, say what is broken: a camera, the DVR or NVR recorder, or only the settings. The AI will ask about anything missing, so a short, honest description is enough.
On BlaBlaPrice you describe the job in your own words in a chat, and a photo of the site or the recorder helps. The AI looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Pakistan and shows the prices and businesses it found. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice receive the request and reply in the chat with their own price and terms. Your contacts stay hidden until you decide with whom to share them. For wiring and power, see electrical installation, or start a request on the home page.
Questions and answers
How much does CCTV installation cost in Pakistan?
One camera, installed, costs about Rs 2,000 to 8,000. An eight-camera system with labour is about Rs 16,000 to 64,000, and a full system in Lahore can reach Rs 200,000 depending on the cameras and complexity.
Is November a good time to order?
Yes. November to March is the mild season here, and outdoor work is easier then. Summers from May to September are very hot, so book before May if the work should be finished in the cooler months.
Do installers need a licence in Pakistan?
The search results do not name a licence for this work. Ask where the technician trained, since short courses run from one month to a one-year diploma, and ask for the warranty in writing.
Can I get a quote for repairs only?
Yes. A minor fix such as connectors or settings is about Rs 3,000 to 6,000, a camera replacement is Rs 6,000 to 18,000 per unit, and a DVR or NVR repair is Rs 15,000 to 45,000.
