Build Your Own Residential Surveillance System
Open source tooling for local surveillance data collection and reporting
🛒 Amazon Parts
All components available on Amazon with direct links
🔓 Open Source
All software is open source and freely available
🏠 Local Storage
Your data stays on your premises - never touches the cloud
Gargoyle Product Line
Gargoyle Sentry
Autonomous drone surveillance platform with configurable sensor payload
- Quadcopter base platform
- HD camera systems
- Thermal imaging (optional)
- Motion detection
- Automated patrol routes
Gargoyle WatchTower
Solar-powered fixed surveillance platform for perimeter monitoring
- Solar panel power system
- Weather-resistant enclosure
- PTZ camera mount
- Night vision capabilities
- Wireless data transmission
Gargoyle Rookery
Central server system for data processing and storage
- Local storage servers
- Video processing pipeline
- Web interface dashboard
- Mobile app connectivity
- Backup and archival
Privacy-First Surveillance
Gargoyle is designed for homeowners who want professional-grade surveillance capabilities while maintaining complete control over their data. Unlike cloud-based solutions, Gargoyle keeps all your sensitive information on your local network.
🔒 Privacy by Design
All data processing happens locally on your network. No third-party servers, no cloud dependencies.
🔧 DIY Approach
Build exactly what you need with off-the-shelf components and open source software.
💰 Cost Effective
Professional surveillance capabilities at a fraction of commercial system costs.
Get Started
Ready to build your own surveillance system? Check out our detailed build guides for each product or join our community for support.