If you had to rig up your own home security on a tight budget, what would you do?

Curious if anyone’s tried those fake security cameras? I’ve heard mixed things—some folks say they’re a decent deterrent, others think they’re pointless since anyone serious can spot them.

I get the skepticism about fake cameras, but honestly, I think they work better than people give them credit for—at least against the “opportunity knocks” type of intruder. I actually paired a couple of those with real cameras (the cheapest Wyze ones I could find) and some big “24/7 surveillance” stickers. It’s not Fort Knox, but it’s enough to make someone think twice. Layering cheap stuff really does add up.

Honestly, I think you’re onto something with the layering approach. I’ve done similar—mixed a couple dummy cameras with real ones, plus some motion lights. It’s not foolproof, but it’s a solid visual deterrent. Sometimes just making it look like a hassle is enough.