What We Do
Vacant properties can present themselves at short notice and in various different circumstances, maybe it’s a planned shutdown, a business closure, or a building waiting on new tenants. Whatever the situation, the common denominator in all cases is that a vacant property is a challenge to manage. If you are a stakeholder in a vacant property – as the owner, managing agent or a leaseholder – you you’re suddenly dealing with a whole new set of security responsibilities. These spaces are much more vulnerable to theft, vandalism, and unauthorised access, and without the right plan in place, things can go wrong fast.
But security isn’t the only concern. You’ve also got to maintain health and safety standards, protect the building structurally and prepare for the next chapter – whether that’s reoccupation, sale or redevelopment. Vacant sites also require ongoing maintenance to meet health and safety standards, preserve structural integrity, and ensure readiness for future occupancy. A vacant property still needs active maintenance and support to protect it’s value and stay compliant.
At First Response Group, we provide a complete vacant property and risk management service. From occupations to unoccupied to eventual reoccupation or even demolition, we support every stage with tailored solutions to preserve asset value. This starts with a detailed risk assessment to identify what controls need to be in place, followed by a series of insurer approved tailored solutions. These can include intruder detection systems, monitored CCTV, security doors, bollards, and barriers – plus cleaning, clearance, inspections, drone and utility surveys, and more.. Whether your property is empty for days or several months, our comprehensive approach ensures it remains protected, compliant, and ready for whatever comes next.
How We Work
Our approach to vacant property management is all about collaboration. We don’t believe in a one size fits all solution – every site is different, and every client has unique priorities. Instead we partner with you to design, implement, and continuously refine a tailored plan that evolves with your site’s needs.. We take a rolling, continuous improvement approach – like an infinity loop – constantly reviewing adapting and improving how we protect your site. It’s a cycle of consulation, delivery, monitoring and response that keeps your vacant property secure, compliant and ready for reoccupation, whenever that may be.
Our consultative process starts with a complete site survey and risk assessment. From there, we develop a bespoke plan covering security, health and safety, and property maintenance. We align with your objectives, take into account how long the site will remain vacant (if known), and identify any future changes in status.
Robust implementation, continuous monitoring and response, and rigorous KPIs ensure that standards are maintained and your property is safeguarded. At all times we retain close communications with you, so that your assets remain adaptive, responsive and effective. If something changes – unauthorised access, a facilities issue, or a security alert – we’re on it quickly, including out-of-hours support when you need it most.
Why Choose FRG
At First Response Group, our cross-sector experience gives us a real advantage in managing vacant properties of all types and scales. From industrial estates to retail and commercial spaces, we understand the unique risks and challenges that come with unoccupied sites – and we know how to adapt our services to manage them effectively.
Our approach is built on a foundation of quality, compliance, and flexibility. As one of the most widely accredited organisations in the security sector, we provide creative and innovative insurer approved solutions for managing your vacant property. We ensure peace of mind that your asset is protected and compliant at all times.
Our comprehensive security solutions include responsive personnel and robust, cost effective technological solutions. This delivers a complete security package which can flex to meet temporary or changing circumstances and ensures your vacant property is safe and secure and ready to return back to an occupied status at any time.
FRG deliver rapid and trusted security, fire and facilities management solutions to manage risk, protect assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
Free, no obligation risk assessments
We are experts in the current legislative and H&S landscape and conduct full, no obligation, on-site risk assessments nationwide to give you an immediate picture of your risk profile.
Innovative best practice system design
Our qualified team of security and FM professionals work with you to design bespoke security solutions to mitigate vulnerabilities and fulfil compliance obligations. We balance manned security with the latest electronic and remote monitoring technology to ensure 24/7 cost efficient protection.
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