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Vacant Property Security
Keep your vacant property safe and secure.
Protect Empty & Void Properties
Vacant properties are vulnerable to vandalism, theft, arson, squatting, and unauthorised access. Veritech Security provides specialist vacant property security services to protect empty buildings, void properties, unoccupied commercial sites, and abandoned land across the UK. Our tailored solutions help property owners meet insurance requirements, reduce risks, and safeguard valuable assets.
We deliver fully compliant, cost-effective security systems designed to keep your vacant site safe, secure, and monitored 24/7.
We deliver fully compliant, cost-effective security systems designed to keep your vacant site safe, secure, and monitored 24/7.
Why Vacant Property Security is Essential
Unoccupied property is a prime target for criminal and anti-social behaviour. Without adequate protection, property owners face:
- Costly repairs & damage caused by vandalism, fly-tipping, and break-ins
- Increased insurance premiums or invalidated policies due to lack of security
- Squatting, trespassing & liability risks
- Fire, flood, and environmental damage going undetected
Securing your vacant property protects your investment, maintains asset value, and ensures compliance with insurance and legal standards.
Our Vacant Property Protection Solutions
At Veritech Security, we offer various vacant property services to protect unoccupied or abandoned properties from multiple threats. Our solutions provide security experts to ensure that vacant buildings or sites remain secure from damage, theft, and unauthorised access.
Types of Vacant Property Security Solutions
Property Types We Secure
Every vacant property carries its own risks and stakeholder responsibilities. We tailor protection by asset type and ownership.
Vacant offices, warehouses, and retail units face higher liability, theft, and reputational risk.
Common risks
- Metal theft, including copper, HVAC units, and cabling
- Break-ins and recurring vandalism
- Utility failures that jeopardise insurance cover
- Squatter occupation
For commercial landlords and asset managers
Our surveillance and patrols create clear evidence for insurers, cut vacancy-related claims, and protect asset value during transition or sale.
Recommended solutions
- Remote CCTV towers with analytics
- Mobile patrols
- Anti-tamper alarms
- Insurance-compliant vacancy inspections
Empty homes are sensitive to neighbourhood perception and tenant turnover.
Common risks
- Fly-tipping and graffiti
- Forced entry or unauthorised stays
- Burst pipes, leaks, and mould
For housing associations and landlords
We deliver routine checks, evidence logs, and secure boarding to protect reputation, cut complaints, and prevent escalating repair costs.
Recommended solutions
- Steel screens and boarding
- Environmental checks and meter readings
- Fixed or mobile CCTV
- Scheduled patrols
Sites hold valuable equipment, materials, and temporary structures. They attract opportunistic theft.
Common risks
- Theft of tools and generators
- Damage to plant and machinery
- Sabotage by trespassers
- Health and safety liability
For developers and contractors
We secure active and dormant zones to prevent delays, reduce insurance premiums, and meet CDM and regulatory duties.
Recommended solutions
- Solar CCTV towers
- Temporary perimeter fencing
- Access control and biometric gates
- Patrol plans for void periods
Vacant community assets draw anti-social behaviour quickly and increase pressure on local resources.
Common risks
- Public trespass and rough sleeping
- Fire risk linked to anti-social activity
- Political and community pressure to respond
For local authorities and public bodies
We provide compliant reporting, quick-deploy solutions, and full accountability. This supports legal obligations, safeguards vulnerable groups, and protects taxpayer assets.
Recommended solutions
- Rapid-response guarding
- 24/7 control room monitoring
- Secure access locks and boarding
- Incident reporting packs
Remote land has little passive surveillance and often sits outside standard patrol routes.
Common risks
- Illegal dumping
- Poaching or livestock theft
- Traveller encampments
- Sabotage of infrastructure, cabling, or towers
For landowners and infrastructure operators
We pair off-grid detection systems with scheduled patrols to protect assets where traditional security falls short.
Recommended solutions
- Solar or tower-mounted CCTV
- Virtual perimeter barriers
- Strategically mapped patrol routes
- Response dispatch protocols
Benefits of Professional Vacant Property Security
Choosing a professional vacant property security provider gives owners complete peace of mind and ensures all insurance-compliance requirements are met.
Key Benefits:
- Prevent vandalism, theft, and property damage
- Reduce costs associated with repairs and insurance claims
- Protect against squatting and liability issues
- Maintain asset value during vacant periods
- Comply with insurer-mandated security standards
Vacant Building Alarm Systems & Remote Surveillance
Veritech Security integrates CCTV surveillance with intelligent alarm technology to deliver fast, efficient intruder detection. Our systems identify unauthorised activity in real time, enabling rapid response and preventing theft, vandalism, or squatting before significant damage occurs.
This combined approach offers a cost-effective alternative to full-time guarding while maintaining high-level site protection.
This combined approach offers a cost-effective alternative to full-time guarding while maintaining high-level site protection.
Get a Free Vacant Property Security Assessment
Secure your vacant property quickly and cost-effectively with a bespoke protection plan.
Why Choose Veritech Security for Vacant Property Protection?
Veritech Security is a trusted UK specialist in securing empty and void properties of all types — from residential buildings and commercial premises to construction sites and industrial estates.
What Sets Us Apart
- Tailored security plans based on on-site risk assessments
- SIA-licensed security guards & mobile patrol teams
- State-of-the-art CCTV and alarm technology
- Live UK-based remote monitoring centre
- Rapid deployment for urgent vacant property security needs
With extensive experience protecting vacant sites nationwide, we deliver reliable, flexible, and insurance-approved protection you can depend on.
Our Clients and Partners
Alfred Homes
Veritech has serviced our sites for several years, they have always demonstrated professionalism with a personal touch. Problems have never become a drama and a solution was always found. I recommend them highly.
Phil Space
Since changing our security systems over to Veritech we have been provided with a fantastic customer support network and have built a great working relationship with them. Their security systems work great in conjunction with our secure welfare units and temporary accommodation on a variety of different projects. Everyone at the company from those in the office to the engineers and security staff that visit our premises are extremely professional. Their response times have been second to none and we look forward to partnering with them for many more years
Wates
Veritech systems have provided our project with 24 hour security, CCTV and motion sensors and access control. The service that they have given has been exemplary, from the standard of guards through to emergency call outs. I would highly recommend their service and would have no hesitation with obtaining their services in the future.
Sir Robert McAlpine
On behalf of The Quality Leadership Group from Sir Robert McAlpine to all at Veritech Systems, please accept our congratulations. High Quality performance and good standards of workmanship are directly linked to the success of any project and I would be grateful if you would pass on this message of thanks to your team; In particular the operatives and supervisors at site level responsible for all the works.
Frequently asked questions
Empty buildings attract theft, vandalism, squatting, and arson. They also face environmental risks such as water leaks or electrical faults. Without routine checks, small issues can turn into costly damage. Many insurers require formal security to keep your cover valid.
A layered approach works best. Use physical barriers and signage to deter, CCTV and alarms to detect, and mobile patrols or on-site guards for rapid response. A professional risk assessment will define the right mix for your site.
For monitored CCTV or alarm systems, response starts immediately, and patrol teams are dispatched according to your pre-agreed protocol. For unmonitored sites, we can schedule routine inspections daily, weekly, or monthly.
Yes. We provide temporary physical barriers, mobile CCTV towers, alarm systems, and short-term guarding. These options are ideal during tenant move-outs, renovations, or ahead of a sale.
Yes. For isolated or off-grid sites, we deploy battery or solar-powered CCTV towers, satellite connectivity, motion detection, and scheduled patrols. These solutions suit vacant land, agricultural holdings, infrastructure sites, and remote commercial plots.
Insurers often require evidence of inspections, intrusion detection, and utility management. We provide documented site surveys, digital patrol logs, monitoring records, and incident reports. This supports policy compliance and reduces exposure.
Yes. We supply and install anti-tamper steel screens, Sitex-style window covers, reinforced door guards, and temporary fencing. These measures deter forced entry and discourage squatters and opportunistic crime.
Depending on your setup, our control room can issue live voice warnings, call security patrols, alert the police, or dispatch a response team. We document every action and share footage or incident reports when needed.
Costs depend on risk level, property type, location, and the measures required. A small retail unit might only need boarding and weekly inspections. A large industrial site could require CCTV towers and patrols. We provide free assessments and tailored quotes.
Yes. With our CCTV or alarm installations, you can use a client portal or mobile app to view live feeds, reports, and incident notifications. If you prefer, we can manage everything as a fully outsourced service.
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