Sky News: House Sitters Bag Top Properties On Cheap

Vacant commercial properties are magnets for trouble. Whether it’s squatters, vandals, metal theft, or fire hazards, the risks associated with an unoccupied building are high—and the costs can escalate quickly.

Empty commercial properties are more than just unused space—they’re exposed assets that can quickly become a financial and legal burden.

When a commercial property becomes vacant, owners often consider boarding it up as a quick security measure. While this might seem like a practical solution to deter trespassers, it actually does the opposite—advertising to the world that your building is empty and vulnerable.