What Should a Property Security Check Report Include? A Guide for Chilliwack & Abbotsford Owners

When a property owner asks for a security check, they usually want more than a quick message saying, “Everything looks fine.”

They want to know what was checked, when it was checked, what was observed, and whether anything needs attention.

That matters for homeowners, landlords, commercial property owners, construction site owners, strata managers, business owners, and out-of-town owners who cannot always attend the property themselves.

A property may be vacant between tenants. A business may need an after-hours lock-up check. A construction site may have materials left outside overnight. A landlord may live in Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, or Coquitlam while the property sits in Chilliwack or Abbotsford. A business owner may receive an alarm call but may not be able to attend quickly.

In these situations, a clear property security check report can provide useful visibility.

This guide explains what a professional property security check report can include, what it should not claim to replace, and how Chilliwack and Abbotsford property owners can use reporting to make better security decisions.

Quick Answer

A professional property security check report should include the date, time, property location, areas checked, visible access-point observations, exterior concerns, photos where appropriate, alarm or lock-up notes, incident details if needed, and clear follow-up communication.

A useful report may document:

• when the property was checked
• who attended
• what exterior areas were observed
• whether gates, doors, windows, or access points appeared secure from the outside
• whether there were visible signs of damage, trespassing, dumping, graffiti, or forced entry
• whether lighting, parking areas, or perimeter areas raised concerns
• whether photos were included
• whether an alarm call, lock-up check, or incident response was involved
• what next steps were recommended

A property security check report is not a home inspection, building inspection, electrical inspection, plumbing inspection, insurance adjustment, police report, or property management report.

It is a security-focused observation and documentation tool.

Who This Guide Is For

This guide is useful for people responsible for properties in Chilliwack, Abbotsford, and the Fraser Valley, including:

• homeowners who are away from the property
• landlords between tenants
• owners of vacant houses or vacant commercial units
• business owners with after-hours concerns
• property managers
• strata councils
• construction and renovation site owners
• commercial building owners
• warehouse and yard operators
• owners who receive alarm calls
• people who live outside the area but own property locally

Different properties need different levels of attention.

A vacant rental may need an exterior walkaround and access-point check. A commercial site may need a lock-up confirmation and alarm response notes. A construction site may need documentation around fencing, gates, materials, equipment, and visible activity. A residential property may need a calm exterior observation with photos and a summary.

The report should match the property type and the reason for the check.