Vacant Property Security Boarding in North London
An empty property is a vulnerable asset. Without the deterrent of occupation, vacant (or “void”) properties in North London are prime targets for squatters, vandals, arsonists, and metal thieves. At Boarding Up North London, we provide a specialist vacant property boarding North London service designed to offer robust, long-term protection for your empty building.
Whether you are a landlord between tenancies, a developer awaiting planning permission, or a homeowner managing a probate property, our security solutions protect your investment from deterioration and illegal occupation. We offer more than just basic boarding; we provide a comprehensive security service.
Need to Secure an Empty Property? Protect your asset from risks. Call us for a free security survey and quote. Call 020 4538 0079.
The Risks Facing Vacant Properties
Leaving a property empty without adequate security can lead to costly problems:
- Squatting: The legal process to remove squatters can be lengthy and expensive.
- Vandalism and Arson: Empty buildings are often targeted for malicious damage.
- Theft: Copper pipes, wiring, and lead roofing are frequently stolen from unsecured vacant properties.
- Weather Damage: A small leak from a broken window can go unnoticed for weeks, causing major water damage.
- Insurance Invalidation: Most standard insurance policies for occupied properties become void if the building is left empty for more than 30 days. Specialist vacant property insurance is required, and it mandates a high level of physical security.
Our Void Property Security Solutions
We offer a range of solutions to meet different security levels and budgets, all designed to be more robust than standard emergency boarding.
Steel Security Screens (Sitex-Style)
For the ultimate in window and door protection, we recommend perforated steel security screens.
- Maximum Security: Cut to size and bolted into place, these screens are extremely difficult to force open.
- Anti-Vandal: They are resistant to being kicked in, set on fire, or otherwise vandalised.
- Ventilation: The small perforations allow air to circulate, which is vital for preventing damp and mould in an empty property.
Temporary Steel Doors
A plywood board over a doorway is a weak point. We can install heavy-duty, key-operated steel doors that provide a secure and reusable point of access for authorised personnel, such as surveyors, estate agents, or maintenance crews. These doors are fitted with multi-point locking systems for maximum security.
Robust Timber Boarding
For lower-risk situations or as a more budget-friendly option, we can secure all openings with thick, high-quality plywood. We use anti-tamper screw fixings and ensure there are no gaps or leverage points, providing a much higher level of security than a simple emergency board-up.
Access Management for Your Vacant Property
Securing a property doesn’t mean you have to be locked out. We can provide you with keys for temporary steel doors, or we can arrange to meet your authorised personnel on-site to grant access when required. We offer a flexible service designed to work with the needs of landlords, agents, and asset managers.
FAQs about Vacant Property Boarding
### How is vacant property boarding different from emergency boarding?
Vacant property security is designed for medium to long-term protection. It typically uses stronger materials (like steel screens), more robust fixing methods, and is more thorough, covering all potential points of entry, not just the immediately damaged ones.
### My insurance company says I need to secure the property. What do they mean?
They will usually require all ground-floor and easily accessible upper-floor windows and doors to be secured against entry. Our steel screens and doors meet and often exceed the requirements of vacant property insurers.
### Can the screens or doors be re-used?
Yes. If you are a landlord or developer with multiple properties, the steel screens and doors are a cost-effective investment as they can be removed and re-installed on other sites.
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