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Security Solutions for Vacant Pubs and Retail Units

Vacant pubs and shops can quickly become targets for break-ins, vandalism, and squatting — especially in today’s economic climate. At Propertysec, we provide fast, reliable security solutions tailored to the retail and hospitality sector. Whether it’s a short-term closure or a long-term vacancy, we’ll help keep your property safe, secure, and ready for its next use.

Worried About Your Vacant Pub or Shop? We Can Help.

f you’re managing a closed pub or an empty retail unit, you’re probably already aware of the risks: break-ins, vandalism, squatting, even fly-tipping. It’s not just frustrating — it can get expensive fast.

 

At Propertysec, we help keep your property safe and secure until it’s ready for its next chapter. Whether it’s short-term protection or long-term peace of mind, we’ve got the right tools and experience to help.

Why Do Empty Pubs and Shops Get Targeted?

Unfortunately, vacant commercial spaces attract the wrong kind of attention.

 

Here’s what we see time and again when pubs and retail units are left unsecured:

 

  • Broken windows and graffiti that make the property look abandoned and deter potential tenants or buyers.

  • Squatters or intruders moving into vacant commercial spaces, which can be legally complex and costly to resolve.

  • Dumped rubbish or fly-tipping, especially at the rear of empty pubs or shops, creating a health hazard — and a cleanup bill for you.

 

The good news? These problems are common, but completely avoidable with the right vacant property protection in place.

 

Our pub and retail security solutions are designed to stop issues before they start — keeping your site safe, compliant, and ready for its next use.

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Our Most Popular Solutions for Retail & Pub Security

We’ve worked with landlords, managing agents, breweries, and retail groups across the UK. Here’s what usually works best for this sector:

Vacant Property Risk Assessment

Before any work starts, we carry out a professional risk assessment to identify the vulnerabilities of your vacant pub or retail unit.

 

This helps us (and you) choose the right level of protection, stay compliant with insurance requirements, and avoid unnecessary costs later.

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Steel Security Screens

Anti-tamper steel window screens are ideal for empty shops and pub frontages — offering tough, visible deterrents against break-ins and vandalism.

 

A smarter, longer-lasting option than wooden boarding.

Steel Security Doors

Secure access points with heavy-duty steel doors. These allow authorised entry (e.g. contractors or surveyors) while keeping intruders out.

 

Each door is fitted with a high-security locking system and anti-tamper fixings.

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Waste Removal & Property Clearance

We remove leftover stock, fly-tipping, or dumped rubbish from inside and around the property — reducing fire risk and helping keep the site tidy and safe.

Wireless Alarms & CCTV Systems

We supply and install motion-triggered alarms and monitored CCTV with real-time alerts. Perfect for properties with no mains power — and fully compliant with vacant property insurance policies.

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Routine Property Inspections

Stay compliant and up to date with weekly or monthly property checks. We inspect for damage, intrusion, environmental hazards, and make sure your security measures are still effective.

Temporary Fencing & Perimeter Protection

If your pub or retail site has a beer garden, yard, or loading area, we can install steel mesh fencing or solid hoarding to prevent fly-tipping and unauthorised access.

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Not Sure What You Need? We’ll Guide You.

Tell us a bit about your vacant property and we’ll take care of the rest — from risk assessment to full security setup. No upselling. No jargon. Just the right solution for your site.

Why Choose Propertysec?

Securing vacant or high-risk properties isn’t just something we do — it’s what we specialise in.

 

Here’s why professionals across the UK trust us:

 

  • Proven track record with property professionals

  • Nationwide deployment within 24–48 hours

  • Specialist expertise in vacant and high-risk properties

  • Reliable, insurance-compliant technology

  • Trusted by leading commercial, residential, and public sector clients.

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