Sherlock and Watson Ltd provide vacant property inspection services to clients who own or are responsible for property located on West Wight. Vacant property inspection services are offered to both residential, retail and commercial buildings. Our services are tailored to suit the individual requirements of each client.

We could for example undertake an external inspection to check building integrity after a storm. Alternatively we would undertake regular comprehensive internal and external inspections. Internal inspections sometimes include an alarm reset as required by insurance companies.

Peace of mind is usually the number one reason our clients request vacant property inspection services.

Typical scenarios where an inspection program is required could be as follows:- Are you going on a long holiday? The property is a holiday home or you have a family owned vacant property which is rarely visited? Do you have Power of Attorney responsibilities or are you the executor of a will? Do you have a commercial premises which requires regular alarm resets and you are off Island?

Sherlock and Watson are available to undertake tailored security checks to suit your requirements. We charge reasonable rates starting from £48 (including VAT) per visit.

Experienced staff with over 40 years of residential and commercial property knowledge.

We have a network of vetted local tradespeople. Emergency remedial works can be arranged quickly. We have the experience and ability to organise and project manage full scale repairs and refurbishment

Use our contact page to send us details of your enquiry and we will get back to you.

For immediate contact call 01983 754800 or Email: info@sherlockandwatson.co.uk

Regular checks of vacant property is a significant time commitment. Our Vacant Property Inspection services are suitable for clients who do not require a permanent presence at their premises. Numerous hazards have a substantial impact on the value of a property. Hazards include include fire, theft, criminal damage, environmental deterioration from storms, water damage and illegal access. Our service is available as one off visit or a regular weekly, fortnightly or monthly inspection program. Check out our check list post for an insight of what we can do for you.

The Isle of Wight council have advice regarding empty property, visit their information page here