Vacant property management for Probate & Court of Protection Property
If you are managing a property within a probate or Court of Protection matter and require structured oversight or reporting, we are happy to provide initial guidance without obligation.
Vacant properties present immediate and ongoing risks — from security and deterioration to insurance compliance and reputational exposure.
Harrisons Property Solutions provides structured vacant property management for solicitors, professional deputies, executors and public bodies. Our approach combines regular inspections, risk monitoring and clear reporting to ensure the property remains protected until sale, transfer or occupation.
Where appropriate, we work alongside Harrisons Empty Property Solutions to deliver enhanced security and specialist vacant property services.
Why Structured Vacant Property Management Matters
When a property is unoccupied, risks escalate quickly:
- Unauthorised access and vandalism
- Water damage and undetected leaks
- Deterioration through lack of ventilation or heating
- Insurance compliance breaches
- Liability exposure
Regular, documented oversight is essential to protect the estate and provide a defensible audit trail.
Our Vacant Property Management Service
Initial Inspection & Risk Assessment
We begin with a structured inspection to assess the condition of the property, identify immediate risks and confirm security arrangements.
Typically includes:
- Full condition overview with photographs
- Security assessment (locks, access points, boundaries)
- Identification of urgent risks
- Insurance compliance observations
- Clear recommendations and action plan
Ongoing Inspection & Reporting
We provide regular, scheduled inspections to ensure the property remains secure and issues are identified early.
Typically includes:
- Internal and external condition checks
- Risk updates and recommendations
- Security verification
- Documentation of any changes
- Structured written report with photographic evidence
Reports are formatted for deputy records, estate files and internal audit.
Security & Risk Mitigation
Where additional protection is required, we coordinate appropriate security measures.
This may include:
- Lock changes and access control
- Boarding or securing access points
- Alarm or temporary monitoring solutions
- Coordination of utilities management
For higher-risk or long-term vacant properties, we work in collaboration with Harrisons Empty Property Solutions, providing specialist vacant property security and enhanced protection services where appropriate.
Maintenance & Compliance Oversight
Vacant properties still require active management to prevent deterioration and maintain compliance.
We can coordinate:
- Emergency repairs
- Seasonal checks (e.g. winterisation)
- Drain-down procedures
- Minor maintenance works
- Certification updates where required
All works are documented and supported by completion reporting.
Structured Reporting & Audit Trail
Our reporting is designed to withstand scrutiny and support professional decision-making.
- Initial inspection and risk report
- Ongoing inspection updates
- Completion reports following instructed works
- Clear documentation of actions taken
This ensures the property remains properly managed and that deputies and solicitors have clear evidence of oversight.
Working with Harrisons Empty Property Solutions
Where vacant property risk is elevated — due to location, condition, duration or vulnerability — we work alongside Harrisons Empty Property Solutions to provide enhanced security and specialist vacant property services.
This collaborative approach ensures:
- Appropriate security measures are implemented
- Risk exposure is reduced
- Insurance compliance is supported
- Oversight remains consistent and documented
Together, we provide a comprehensive and scalable solution for vacant estate properties.
Who We Support
Our vacant property management service supports:
- Probate and private client solicitors
- Professional deputy firms
- Executors and estate administrators
- Public bodies managing empty residential properties
Whether a property is vacant for a short period pending sale, or requires longer-term oversight, our service is structured to provide clarity and reassurance.
Our Process
We follow a consistent framework:
Instruction → Initial Inspection → Risk Mitigation → Ongoing Reporting → Completion or Sale Transition
This ensures the property is protected at every stage.
Speak to Harrisons Property Solutions
If you require structured vacant property management, initial inspection or enhanced security support, Harrisons Property Solutions can assist.
Contact us to arrange an inspection or discuss your matter:
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