Vacant Property Management
Empty buildings are more than just inactive assets. They are vulnerable to break-ins, damage, and neglect. Marpol Security works with landlords, estate agents, housing associations, and facilities managers to deliver expert vacant property management services across the UK.
Comprehensive Protection for Unoccupied Buildings
Our team handles everything from routine inspections and insurance compliance through to keyholding, lock changes, and ongoing maintenance. We ensure your property remains protected, legally compliant, and ready for re-occupation, sale, or redevelopment.
Why Vacant Property Management Matters
Unoccupied buildings are at greater risk of:
- Unauthorised access from intruders, vandals, or squatters
- Structural issues such as leaks, damp, or pest infestations
- Fire, flood or storm damage, particularly during colder months
- Liability claims if someone is injured on your premises
- Insurance invalidation due to non-compliance with policy conditions
Our vacant property management services mitigate these risks through regular inspections, rapid response measures, and proactive maintenance.
Our Vacant Property Management Services
We offer a tailored, fully managed approach, combining the following services into one cohesive solution:
Routine Inspections
We carry out scheduled inspections (weekly, fortnightly, or monthly) to identify issues early. Each visit includes:
- External and internal checks
- Meter readings and utility monitoring
- Photographic reports with timestamps
- Signs of forced entry or squatting
- Fire and flood risk identification
- Evidence of fly-tipping or vandalism
Insurance Compliance
Many insurers require specific steps to be taken when a building is left unoccupied. We help you meet those conditions with:
- Timely reports as evidence of ongoing checks
- Maintenance logs for leaks, infestations, or disrepair
- Alarm and monitoring system maintenance
- Isolation of utilities where required
We offer a professional lock/unlock service to ensure safe access for contractors or potential buyers, while maintaining the building’s security outside working hours.
Our SIA-licensed officers hold keys securely and respond to alarm activations day or night. This reduces risk to your staff and ensures a fast, trained response in the event of intrusion.
Following a break-in or eviction, we can quickly change locks and board up damaged entry points using robust steel solutions to regain control of the site.
Drain Downs & Utility Isolation
To prevent burst pipes or fire hazards, we offer safe isolation of gas, water, and electricity supplies, including full drain downs for winterisation.
Grounds & Pest Management
Unkempt grounds and infestations invite trouble. We provide:
- Garden and grounds maintenance
- Pest control services (rodents, insects, birds)
- Preventative treatment and post-infestation clean-up
Additional Services Available
Our vacant property management packages can be customised with a wide range of additional services depending on the risks, requirements, and condition of the site. These include:
- Steel security for windows and doors
- Temporary battery-powered alarm systems
- Concrete barriers and temporary vehicle access gates
- Heras fencing, timber hoarding, and steel perimeter fencing
- Fly-tipping clearance and full property clearance
- Lock changes and steel boarding up
- Drain downs and utility isolation
- Compliance testing, such as Gas Safe certificates, EICRs, PAT testing, and Legionella assessments
These options allow us to create a bespoke solution that keeps your property secure, compliant, and ready for future use.
Tailored for Your Needs
We manage vacant commercial units, residential blocks, retail units, and large-scale property portfolios. Clients include:
- Landlords & letting agents
- Commercial property agents
- Local authorities & housing associations
- Insolvency practitioners & asset managers
- Developers & contractors
National Coverage, Local Response
With teams across England, Scotland and Wales, Marpol Security delivers local support backed by nationwide infrastructure. Whether you manage a single site or multiple locations, we offer scalable solutions and centralised reporting.
Your Questions Answered…
How often should vacant properties be inspected?
This depends on your insurer, but weekly or fortnightly inspections are typically recommended. We can tailor the schedule to meet your specific requirements and minimise risk.
Can you provide evidence for insurance purposes?
Yes. We supply detailed inspection reports with photographic evidence, meter readings, and notes on any issues identified — ideal for demonstrating compliance to insurers.
Do you manage both residential and commercial buildings?
Yes. We work with landlords, developers, and housing associations to manage everything from individual homes to large commercial and mixed-use portfolios.
What happens if there’s a break-in or emergency?
Our 24/7 keyholding and alarm response services ensure a trained officer attends quickly. We can also provide emergency lock changes, boarding up, and secure the site as needed.
Are your staff qualified to carry out inspections?
All Marpol officers are fully licensed by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) and trained to conduct detailed vacant property checks, report issues, and maintain site security.
Can you tailor the service to suit my property?
Yes. We understand that every site has its own risks and requirements. Our team will assess your property and create a management plan built around your specific needs.
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Need reliable vacant property management? Speak to our team today on 08085 627 765 or email info@marpol.co.uk. We’ll arrange a consultation and provide a tailored management plan for your site.
