ᐅ Video doorbell—on which wall should it be installed?

Created on: 31 Aug 2022 13:14
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AlexKayn
Hello,

we are wondering on which side of the door is the best option to install a video doorbell.
I have attached our floor plan of the entrance area.

There is the option to mount it either on the right side of the front door on the protrusion or on the left side next to the door on the wall.
Which option would you say is better?

A simple Ring, Nest, or Eufy doorbell is planned.

Grundriss eines Gebäudeteils mit Wänden, Türen, Fenstern und Maßangaben.
lastdrop1 Sep 2022 09:05
Good point. Even better: hang the door the other way around and place the doorbell to the left of the door (green dot).

This is better anyway, as the currently opened door restricts access to the bathroom. The doors would get in each other’s way, wouldn’t they?
K a t j a1 Sep 2022 09:09
lastdrop schrieb:

It’s better anyway, as the currently open door restricts access to the restroom. The doors clash with each other, don’t they?
Since front doors are closed 99% of the day, this is usually not an issue.
lastdrop1 Sep 2022 09:10
Tell that to my children...
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AlexKayn
1 Sep 2022 09:19
K a t j a schrieb:

May I ask how far along you are with the construction? Is it possible to eliminate that odd corner to the right of the front door? I think that would clarify a lot.

The ground floor is now completed.
The projection cannot be removed. We are working with a developer in a new housing estate where it is mandatory for all houses or semi-detached houses to look identical. The door swing cannot be changed, and even the color of the roller shutters is fixed (this is a requirement for the building permit/planning permission from the city).

We have to live with it and make the best of it.
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AlexKayn
1 Sep 2022 12:38
I just spoke with our electrician, and he would recommend the location for the video doorbell at the red dot.

My concern is that if we install the doorbell at the red dot, visitors might end up standing too close to the front door.

What are your thoughts on this? Which location would you recommend for installation?
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netuser
1 Sep 2022 12:44
AlexKayn schrieb:

I just spoke with our electrician, and he recommends installing the video doorbell at the red point.

My concern is that if we mount the doorbell at the red point, visitors will end up standing too close to the front door.

What do you think? Which location would you suggest for the installation?

Unfortunately, you’re going in circles 😉
I share your concern and personally wouldn’t install it at the red point, but that’s probably not the answer you want to hear 🙂

Several people have shared their opinions on each location here, mentioning pros and cons. Unfortunately, no one can make the decision for you. Good luck choosing the right spot! 🙂