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Vacant Property Security
With our extensive track record in delivering protection nationwide, and a 6th year running as the SIA’s #1-ranked security company, ProFM are the ideal option for reliable vacant property security solutions. From our autonomous options, like the VPOD visually-verified intruder alarm and mobile CCTV towers, to physical security measures that range from key holding and alarm response to elite canine handlers, our vacant site security is second to none.
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With our extensive track record in delivering protection nationwide, and a 6th year running as the SIA’s #1-ranked security company, ProFM are the ideal option for reliable vacant property security solutions. From our autonomous options, like the VPOD visually-verified intruder alarm and mobile CCTV towers, to physical security measures that range from key holding and alarm response to elite canine handlers, our vacant site security is second to none.
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Securing Vacant Properties, Voided Buildings & More
While we often imagine vacant buildings to be a derelict house or a boarded-up shop, the field is far broader than many assume. We’re firm believers in the idea that no two sites are the same, and we strive to deliver bespoke vacant property security services across residential and commercial properties, including:
- Abandoned Buildings
- Corporate Offices
- Disused Land
- Energy Facilities
- Hospitals & Medical Facilities
- Property Developments
- Retail Premises
- Schools & Colleges
- Voided Properties
- Warehouses
Whether you’ve got a newly vacant site, temporarily empty premises, or a longer-term project that’s been delayed and left vacant, we’re on hand to deliver expert, tailored solutions time and time again for property owners nationwide.
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Hands-Off Vacant Property Security With The VPOD
Vacant or empty properties are often without power or a stable Internet connection. That’s something we’ve been quick to recognise here at ProFM, and with the innovative VPOD visually-verified alarm system, that’s no longer a concern. These visually verified, temporary, wireless intruder alarms are fully solar-powered, with an integrated 2G SIM card for uninterrupted connectivity.
They’re also one of the most user-friendly options for empty property security. They offer a simple, single-person installation and decommissioning, alongside all-inclusive monitoring of recognised security threats and intruders through a companion app. It’s the clear choice for vacant property security services.
Expertly Trained, SIA-Licensed Security Personnel
There’s an inherent risk of crime at all vacant properties, from trespassing and squatting to vandalism and deliberate arson. Our expert security guards are the ideal deterrent, as well as a must-have resource for your vacant property security. Every security professional we provide is fully licensed by the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
That training ensures that they’re able to deliver a suite of duties, including routine property patrols, addressing disturbances, setting and resetting alarm systems, providing detailed patrol logs, and conducting regular vacant property inspections. Plus, as one of the most visible security measures available, your vacant property security is in safe hands.
Trusted By The UK’s Institutions Like The NHS
While our hospitals and healthcare in the UK are a point of pride and celebration for so many, we’re a growing nation, and our facilities have to reflect that. With our partnership with the NHS, we were able to offer specialist, round-the-clock cover for the decommissioned Royal Papworth Hospital, with our officers dealing with over 100 incidents along the way.
Read more in our Royal Papworth NHS Case Study.
Purpose-Built Vacant Property CCTV Systems
While physical security offers expert, licensed cover, it’s always beneficial to couple that with a more technologically advanced solution. Our mobile CCTV solutions offer exactly that, with our CCTV towers offering rapid installation, limitless solar power, and constant CCTV monitoring via our 24/7/365 National Operations Centre.
Plus, with more covert options available for scaffolding or stalled construction projects, our CCTV is built to suit your site. That ensures that empty commercial buildings are protected in a way that works for the risk factors they face, and that any domestic property owners have a package that’s designed to suit the challenges confronting empty residential properties.
Cost-Effective Security For Void Properties
Of course, when it comes to vacant property security, budget is often a top priority. ProFM excels here, too, offering a budget-conscious approach to some of the most crucial services. That includes our keyholding and alarm response services, and lock-and-unlock services, where we’ll keep a copy of your keys on hand to deliver access whenever needed and dispatch an officer whenever your alarm activates.
We’re also able to support with some of the more visible options for vacant property security, including reinforced steel security doors and screens, physical barriers (like boarded Heras fencing), and perimeter security measures designed to keep your property secure and deter security breaches.
Specialist Security Options For At-Risk Sites
Crime is so often a headline grabber here in the UK, and vacant properties see a disproportionate amount of that risk, especially when it comes to trespassing, material theft and criminal damage. Our extensive suite of options encompasses some of the most effective crime deterrents, including NASDU-accredited canine handlers, officers in a patrol vehicle, intelligent access controls, and visible CCTV towers.
Often recommended for the sites most at-risk of unauthorised access or theft (like construction sites), our specialist suite of solutions for vacant property security services is one of our most sought-after packages. Designed to eliminate security concerns at the first hurdle, and mitigate the risks to valuable materials and assets, these are the elite package for high-value vacant property security.
Reliable Vacant Property Security Services | ProFM Group
While vacant properties seem unassuming on the surface, they have a range of risks unique to them, including the danger of squatting and claims against the Occupiers’ Liability Act. Security packages from ProFM Group minimise that risk, with comprehensive solutions for manned guarding, keyholding and alarm response, and solar-powered CCTV towers.
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Our Clients’ Success Stories
Find out what our clients have thought of using our exceptional security services by reading the following testimonials.
Lloyds Transport
ProFM is an amazingly caring company. I truly feel like a person rather than a number, and they’re always on call if ever I need anything. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend ProFM!
Lloyds Transport Case Study
Virgin Media
We were thrilled to be offered the chance to partner with Virgin Media as part of their 6 Nations Rugby tournament event at Twickenham. Discover how we delivered an exceptional level of service during one of the most pivotal sporting events in the calendar.
Virgin Media Case Study
Hotel Chocolat
As one of the UK market leaders in luxury chocolate, Hotel Chocolat have quickly become synonymous with both that signature creamy texture and their high-impact, groundbreaking social initiatives. We’re thrilled to have been their security partner over the last 9 years, offering the bespoke levels of support that a brand like HC demands.
Hotel Chocolat Case Study
Berwick Court Management
It’s fair to say that, since the Grenfell disaster in 2017, fire safety has taken on an entirely new level of importance. That’s something we’ve built a comprehensive familiarity with, and with our fast-acting and robust mobilisation at Berwick Court in Southwark, we were able to deliver a comprehensive, multi-officer solution at a moment’s notice.
Berwick Court Management Case Study
Roger Butcher
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
I would like to express how professional the ProFM staff deployed to our site have been. Many people have tried to access the site, but have always been deterred by the ProFM team. I couldn’t of wished for a better service. Thank you to the team for all your support throughout the project.
NHS Case Study
Buzz Group
ProFM's UK coverage, high degree of flexibility and experienced senior team have resulted in an excellent level of support across our events. Their approach and drive to really understand our events and the type of team they need to deploy at each venue has ensured that our customers and teams truly have a security team that have their safety and security at the forefront of their approach.
Buzz Group Case Study
Bromley Old Town Hall
David Leitch, Estate Manager
Security are a critical part of the team, I go home on an evening and am happy and confident that everything is ok. We have a very successful relationship with ProFM and will be working with them for a long time.
Bromley Old Town Hall Case Study
Norwich City Council
We appreciate the work ProFM Group has done and thank you for your contribution to the successful management of our emergency provision, through which we were able to provide accommodation and support to these often-vulnerable clients.
Norwich City Council Case Study
CAF
ProFM Group have been awarded the security contract for our new £32M facility here at Newport. When the facility was opened by HRH Prince Charles, there were a number of VIPs on this day, and the ProFM team worked closely with the Royal Security Team to make the day run smoothly.
CAF Case Study
SIKA
A pioneer in specialist products and chemicals for building projects, SIKA’s reputation so often precedes it. It’s that reputation that meant it needed an equally reputable security solution, and ProFM were on hand to deliver exactly that. That’s kick-started a multi-year partnership and personalised solutions.
SIKA Case StudyWhy Choose ProFM Group?
Tailored To Suit Your Site
No two vacant buildings are the same, and we’re firm believers that no two security solutions should be either. We custom-build your security to ensure it matches both your demands and your budget.
A Data-Driven Approach
With vacant properties so often the target of organised and opportunistic crime, we understand the need to react. We monitor criminal activity closely to identify local trends and respond swiftly and effectively.
Expert Security Professionals
All of our security officers are fully licensed by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) and have been vetted and screened in line with strict BS:7858 standards.
Rapid Expert Response
The isolated nature of vacant premises naturally makes them vulnerable, but with our average response time of 30 minutes, our security support is never far away.
On-Hand 24/7/365
The threats to your security don’t sleep, and neither does our service. We’re on hand 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to deliver the right response and expert guidance.
Scaled Alongside Your Project
When your vacant property or site finds its new lease of life, we’re there to help. Our extensive catalogue of solutions means we’re on hand to support you throughout your project’s lifecycle.
Vacant Property Security – Your Questions Answered
Unsure if ProFM Group are the right choice? Here are some of the questions that property managers ask us.
Still got a Question?As one of the most at-risk sites from trespassing and criminal damage, vacant properties are high on the list of sites that demand expert security. Keeping your property or site secure ensures it stays protected for any future developments, too, and that you’re complying with the demands of your insurance policy, too.
Plus, with an estimated 170,000 vacant commercial properties across the UK, and tightening purse strings across multiple industries, that’s a problem that’s only set to worsen.
As a general rule, we advise opting for our mobile, hired security solutions, like the VPOD or mobile CCTV towers. These will be easy to set up, fully autonomous, and run entirely on solar power/built-in batteries, meaning you don’t run into any issues with infrastructure or power.
However, for more challenging or vulnerable properties (inner-city or industrial estate locations, for example), we’d recommend augmenting that with a physical security presence. These are an immediate response to any issues, and specialist solutions, like canine handlers, can act as a major deterrent.
The truth is that any property can become vacant, but not every vacant property has the same requirements. ProFM Group create bespoke security packages for a range of vacant premises, including:
- Construction projects and building sites
- Empty industrial facilities and manufacturing plants
- Healthcare, hospitals and medical premises
- Warehousing and logistical facilities
- Closed or insolvent retailers
- Energy projects, including storage and distribution infrastructure
- Disused or abandoned lots, including those earmarked for development
Yes, we can. Whether your site is vacant for a shorter period (such as over the holidays or due to short-term renovation works) or a longer period (stalled works, contractual disputes, or budgetary concerns, for instance), we’re happy to provide a completely purpose-built solution.
We’re also able to deliver temporary packages for vacant properties that have open access points, or where a normally secure area (like those behind a warehouse shutter or damaged door) needs additional guarding from a security team or mobile patrols.
No. All of our hired solutions (including CCTV towers and the innovative VPOD visually verified alarm system) operate on solar power, with a backup battery to combat the unpredictable British weather. They’ll connect wirelessly via a worldwide 2G SIM card to our 24/7/365 National Operations Centre Operatives, who can get an officer to your site in just 30 minutes on average.
For sites that don’t have welfare facilities (no toilets, heating or lighting, for instance), we can still provide a manned presence in marked patrol vehicles.
Yes. A crucial part of the vacant property security solutions we deliver is the knowledge and understanding of what’s being done at your premises. Our packages are fully transparent, offering comprehensive, detailed audits for patrols of unoccupied buildings, reports from detection systems and access controls, and regular inspections of key areas (like valuable asset storage, or particular fire risks).
We’re able to provide a physical security presence on the same day (usually within 4 hours) and can then collaborate on a timeframe for any technology to be installed. Security emergencies can and do happen, and they’re particularly stressful at a property you own, so we understand the need for a fast and decisive response.
We’re a nationwide business and can deliver that same level of signature ProFM quality wherever we find you. Get in touch today to discuss your options in more detail and to receive your free, no-pressure quotation.
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