Every key-holder’s nightmare is getting a call that their property has had a break-in. Paranoia of vandalism, theft and illegal raves suddenly becomes reality. For one company and their property, Barratt Industrial Estate, the nightmare of an illegal rave in their warehouse was strategically avoided. How did the company successfully prevent this illegal event in…
Are you concerned about how to protect your vacant property? With so many security options available to invest in, it can become an overwhelming decision to make as a property owner. Wireless CCTV cameras are a popular option for those wanting to feel confident in their vacant property security, without the challenge of expensive installing…
Overseeing vacant property security can leave you wanting to explore many lines of protection. Alarms, property checks, security personnel… there is a list of investment possibilities. However, while there are a variety of security measures you can take to protect your property, installing CCTV cameras is an effective first line of defence. Using CCTV for…
We all want to know that our investments are worth it, especially when it comes to property. Now that you have decided that your vacant property needs CCTV monitoring (see our latest blog on 5 uses for CCTV), the next step is finding a system that you know is worth every penny. By installing CCTV…
You have come to the decision that you need security protection for your vacant property. But, what type of security protection do you need? Investing in vacant property CCTV can benefit your property in many ways. You can feel at ease knowing that any risks to the property and personal safety are brought to your…
Finding a way to secure empty property is critical for those wanting to protect their premises from outside threats. Many property managers, developers, and other vacant property owners, are harboured by the possibility of break-ins. The risk of financial loss, paired with concerns about personal safety, leaves vacant property owners looking for a solution.…
Beyond Box-Ticking: How Solar CCTV Cameras Can Enhance Organizational Efficiency ‘I reached out for CCTV to tick a box with my insurers’. Is this the way you find yourself purchasing CCTV for your business premises? It is an understandable, and sometimes a necessary, driver for security services. Every business owner wants to…
The winter months, especially in the run-up to Christmas and the end of the year, are typically slower for property sales and lettings. This, combined with the news of the potential for planned power outages, and the rise in energy bills, leaves the property management sector with plenty to consider this winter. But it needn’t…
Automation is the buzzword of the moment, but perhaps with good reason. The construction industry has been slow to uptake technological advances in workflow automation, but what’s the impact? Foundry’s survey in collaboration with QuickBase says inefficient and heavily manual workflows lower overall productivity, increase rework and even lead to non-compliance. The industry is seeking…
Commercial property managers will be used to property voids. These usually occur for various reasons including the end of a tenancy, a redevelopment, a demolition, or an imminent sale. When a commercial property becomes vacant, it immediately becomes a target for squatters, metal thieves and even vandals and graffiti artists. All of these can cause…