Industries · Vacant property
Empty, but not unwatched
A building waiting for sale, let or redevelopment draws squatters, metal thieves and vandals. We patrol, inspect and respond, and tell you what we find, until the property is back in use.
Empty buildings decline fast.
A broken window lets the weather in. A forced door lets squatters in. Left alone, small problems turn into expensive ones.
Inspected
Regular checks inside and out
Handler + dog
A visible deterrent on patrol
Reported
Written findings after every visit
Where we fit
Where Ignis Shield fits in an empty building.
The services owners and agents ask for on empty buildings.
Inspections and patrols
Regular visits to check doors, windows, boundaries and services, with any problem reported straight away.
Vacant property securityDog-and-handler teams
K9 patrols for larger or higher-risk buildings, where a visible dog puts intruders off.
K9 unitsScreens, fences and alarms
Steel screens on doors and windows, fencing round the plot, and temporary alarms or camera towers that alert an officer.
Fencing, barriers & site alarmsAlarms and keyholding
We hold the keys and answer the alarm, so you're not the one driving out at night.
Alarm systems & response
A dog unit on call
Marked vehicles and handler teams ready for alarm calls
How it works
From first check to back in use.
- 01
Property check
We inspect the building with you, record its condition and find every way in.
- 02
Plan
Patrols, static cover or remote monitoring, chosen to suit the risk and your budget.
- 03
Protection
Officers and dog teams patrol, inspect and answer alarms, with keyholding included.
- 04
Report
A written report after every visit, with photos of anything that needs attention.
This space is kept for a client's own words, once a client agrees to be quoted.
Ignis Shield
ReservedFAQ
Questions owners and agents ask.
Patrols or a static guard: which do we need?
It depends on the building, the risk and how long it will stand empty. We'll recommend one or a mix once we've seen the property.
What happens if squatters get in?
Officers report it at once to you and, where appropriate, the police. The legal route depends on the type of property, and our records give you the facts you need.
Do you check inside the building?
Yes, if you give us access. We look for leaks, damage and signs of entry as well as checking the outside.
Can you cover a property for a few weeks?
Yes. We cover short gaps between tenants as well as sites that will be empty for a long time.
Do you hold keys?
Yes. Keyholding is part of the service, so an officer can attend alarms and let contractors in.
Get a free site assessment.
Tell us about the property, how long it will be empty and any trouble so far. We'll visit and send a written plan with a cost.
