Protecting Your Property, Preserving Its Potential

Vacant properties face more than just inactivity, they’re vulnerable to gradual decline. Over time, even the best-built structures can lose value simply by sitting empty. The longer a property remains unoccupied, the greater the risk of wear, neglect and unnoticed damage. These issues often lead to significant restoration costs over time.

Vacancy Leads to Hidden Damage and Falling Value

An unoccupied property may appear secure, but vacancy comes with risks that quietly build over time. Without a regular presence, minor issues—like damp, leaks, or power failures—can go unnoticed for weeks or months. Left unresolved, these problems lead to significant damage that’s expensive to repair and can delay redevelopment or re-letting plans.

Vacant buildings are also more exposed to vandalism, trespassing or theft, especially if they appear uncared for. Graffiti, broken windows, and overgrown exteriors can all contribute to a neglected look that drives down the property’s perceived value. In some cases, this can even affect surrounding sites, discouraging interest and lowering confidence in the area.

Broader Costs to Property Deterioration

  • Increased insurance claims and higher premiums
  • Lost value due to physical decline or poor appearance
  • Delays in planning, letting or redevelopment
  • Lower interest from buyers, tenants or investors
  • Reputational risk for owners and stakeholders

Over time, these factors combine to reduce your asset’s long-term value—often in ways that aren’t visible until the cost becomes unavoidable.

How Guardianship Helps Preserve Value

Guardianship provides a straightforward way to keep properties active, protected, and well looked after during periods of vacancy. By placing carefully vetted individuals or businesses in otherwise empty buildings under flexible licence agreements, Ad Hoc ensures a consistent presence that helps prevent deterioration and reduces risk.

Guardians quickly spot and report maintenance issues, preventing small problems from turning into expensive repairs. Their regular use of the space helps maintain ventilation, temperature, and condition — all key to protecting the structure and systems of a building.

  • Deters vandalism, trespassing, and other security risks
  • Ensures quick reporting of maintenance issues
  • Maintains airflow and basic building use to prevent deterioration
  • Keeps the property looking cared for and occupied
  • Reduces insurance risk and helps protect long‑term value

Over time, these factors combine to reduce your asset’s long-term value—often in ways that aren’t visible until the cost becomes unavoidable.