However, nothing beats\u00a0actually<\/em>\u00a0looking at goods before we buy them, so the demise of the high street has no doubt been exaggerated. Folks love shopping for things they need \u2013 and don\u2019t need.<\/p>\n As a property manager, landlord or portfolio manager, you may be \u201cin between\u201d commercial tenants. There may be security or access risks, with weak spots you didn\u2019t know about.<\/p>\n\n Empty retail units equals no income.<\/p>\n They also evoke a feeling of melancholy and neglect.<\/p>\n Once drawing in shoppers to browse and buy, they now cast a lifeless gloom in the retail environment. In other words, they\u2019re an eyesore and look a bit depressing. And, the economy suffers; people notice the signs that a shopping area may not be doing as well as it should and may go elsewhere.<\/p>\n Importantly, vacated shops increase the risk of vandalism and damage, illegal occupation, arson, and other criminal activity. Because? Vacant spaces on the high street or in a shopping centre are\u00a0extremely<\/em>\u00a0obvious. Unlike unused office spaces, which aren\u2019t necessarily in everyday, run-of-the-mill locations, such as out-of-town warehouses or factories (which are still vulnerable, of course), an empty, vacated store silently trumpets its shut-up-shop status to everyone walking past, day in, day out.<\/p>\n In short, vacant shops and stores can be a nightmare. But, there\u2019s an answer.<\/p>\n We\u2019ll examine why focusing on security solutions is crucial and take you through a service that Clearway is proud of. ShopShield One is a set of services we developed explicitly to tick all the must-have boxes for retail owners should your premises become vacant at any stage.<\/em><\/p>\n Again, they may cause damage and leave rubbish behind; an unpleasant mess, with hazards linked to pest infestation and arson.<\/p>\n For your peace of mind, Clearway\u2019s expertise in retail premises security covers and addresses all the above issues. As the landlord or property manager, we must emphasise that you are responsible for taking proper measures. However, we\u2019ll offer you all the advice you need.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s introduce you to:<\/p>\n It\u2019s an excellent fixed-cost security solution explicitly for retail shops and units.<\/p>\n In a nutshell, ShopShield One is a suite of services and products that have been devised to keep your vacant property safe and secure until your new commercial tenants move in.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a valuable and highly practical package that includes as standard:<\/p>\n Clearway\u2019s Security Surveyor will conduct a tailored, in-depth risk assessment to determine any possible vulnerabilities or security issues affecting your retail premises. Your appraisal will thoroughly review the threat level and the options available to reduce exposure.<\/p>\n Once completed, this can be a practical starting point and a reference on which to build your overall security solution.<\/p>\n Occasionally, previous tenants may forget to return their keys or take them with them for other reasons, which could leave the way clear for unauthorised entry. We will replace the mechanism or barrel on up to two standard locks.<\/p>\n Extra locks are charged at \u00a345 per lock.<\/p>\n Clearway will fit a mechanical, metal, key-operated locking key safe on an external wall, most likely at the rear of the premises.<\/p>\n This service enables easy access to sanctioned personnel only and reduces the need to have several sets of keys copied, which could get lost or stolen, thus increasing risk.<\/p>\n Arsonists are drawn to unsealed letterboxes, and many buildings are set ablaze through petrol or lighter fuel pushed through these small but significant gaps. We will install a temporary physical barrier, thus taking these weak points out of the equation.<\/p>\n Exiting tenants may leave behind piles of paper or cardboard, thus creating a fire risk.<\/p>\n As part of your ShopShield One package, Clearway will collect and carefully dispose of any paper-based waste material \u2013 for example, any unwanted post, equivalent to three standard black bin bags.<\/p>\n That there\u2019s even\u00a0more<\/em>?<\/p>\n Indeed, there is.<\/p>\n In addition to the standard package, Clearway offers the following\u00a0bolt-on<\/strong>\u00a0retail security services to our ShopShield One solution:<\/p>\n To ensure that gas and electricity are correctly isolated and that water systems are fully drained to remove all standing water.<\/p>\n Your weekly, fortnightly or monthly health check by a Clearway security specialist to flag up problems, such as any attempted intrusions or vandalism, and identify any required repairs.<\/p>\n A fast, efficient and fully licensed service to remove any fly-tipping or large-scale waste. This includes hazardous waste.<\/p>\n This is a video-verified alarm system that communicates via the mobile network.<\/p>\n Operating independently of mains power or a telephone line connection, you can place them wherever you need. When the motion sensor is activated, the video records a 10-second real-time capture, which it sends to our monitoring station \u2013 or directly to your mobile device.<\/p>\n Our ShopShield One suite combines pragmatic, real-world services from a specialist security business. It really is a one-stop shop (apologies for the clich\u00e9). But, there are options to consider, too.<\/p>\n We provide a wide range of security solutions, including\u00a0CCTV<\/strong><\/a>,\u00a0steel security screens<\/a> and doors<\/a><\/strong>, retail hoardings,\u00a0access control systems<\/strong><\/a>,\u00a0perimeter concrete barriers<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0manned guarding<\/a> and dog patrols<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n Should it become vacant, even temporarily, we hope we\u2019ve stressed and highlighted the importance of protecting your retail premises. And, that you should take action by talking to Clearway sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n A thriving retail sector is good for us all. It\u2019s all about critical mass: With more shops, more people will want to visit the area, and they\u2019ll spend more money \u2013 hopefully, with you. With fewer operating retail units, the opposite is naturally the case.<\/p>\n The retail sector is still gaining ground after COVID. Let\u2019s work together for its continued success.<\/p>\n Sources:<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.retail-insight-network.com\/news\/brc-retail-vacancy-uk\/<\/a><\/p>\nIs YOUR Unoccupied Retail Premises At Risk?<\/h2>\n
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\nReasons to Secure an Empty Retail Shop or Unit<\/h2>\n
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Installation of a Key Safe<\/h3>\n
Sealing of Letterboxes<\/h3>\n
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