What Baltimore’s Revival Can Teach Communities About Vacant Properties
For years, vacant buildings were part of Baltimore's identity. Boarded-up homes, declining blocks, and chronic disinvestment made it difficult for many neighborhoods to attract new residents and businesses. Today, the city is writing a different story. According to a...
The Rise of Urban Exploring: A Growing Risk for Vacant Property Owners
DAWGS Vacant Property Security was recently contacted by local media in Louisiana to provide perspective following a tragic incident at an unsecured vacant commercial property in New Orleans. Many cities like New Orleans have properties that have been vacant for years...
As Summer Ends, Don’t Overlook Vacant School Building Security
As summer draws to a close, students, teachers, and staff are getting ready to head back to school. Districts are preparing classrooms, finalizing schedules, and making sure campuses are ready for another academic year. But while occupied schools are often top of mind...
Active Deterrence vs. Passive Protection: What Property Owners Should Consider
When a property becomes vacant, the goal isn't just to cover windows. It's to prevent unauthorized entry, protect the asset, and avoid costly damage until the property is occupied again. Property owners evaluating vacant property security often focus on installation...
Insurance Pays for Damage. Security Prevents It.
When a property becomes vacant, many owners assume insurance is their primary protection. But insurance and security solve two very different problems. Insurance helps cover losses after an incident occurs. Security helps prevent the incident from happening in the...
The Problem With Fencing a Vacant Property: It Protects the Wrong Thing
When a property becomes vacant, adding a fence is often one of the first security decisions owners make. It feels logical: Create a barrier. Restrict access. Make it harder for people to enter the site. The problem is that most vacant property losses do not happen...
Security Cameras Don’t Stop Break-Ins. They Record Them.
When a property becomes vacant, one of the first security measures many owners consider is installing cameras. It makes sense. Cameras are affordable, easy to deploy, and provide visibility into what's happening on-site. But there's a critical question property owners...
Defense Wins Championships—And Protects Your Property
Every four years, the world becomes obsessed with one thing: defense. The teams that go furthest in the World Cup aren't just the ones that can score. They're the ones that protect what matters. Strong back lines. Disciplined positioning. A goalie who doesn't let...
From Vacancy to Vulnerability: Protecting Housing Properties During Transition
Vacant properties don't just sit idle — they attract risk. From copper theft and unauthorized entry to burst pipes and undetected water damage, the window between occupancy and redevelopment is one of the most vulnerable phases in a housing authority's property...
