Property preservation work
PROPERTY PRESERVATION

Protect Vacant & REO Properties Across California

From initial securing to ongoing maintenance, 3LE delivers documented, code-compliant property preservation services that protect your asset and satisfy HUD, FNMA, and investor requirements.

Licensed & Insured 18+ Years Experience Mon – Sat, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM California-Wide Service

Preservation that protects value, every visit.

When a property goes vacant, every day matters. Weather damage, vandalism, squatters, code violations, and HOA complaints can erode an asset’s value within weeks. 3LE provides a complete preservation program designed for financial institutions, asset managers, REO agents, investors, and property owners who need reliable boots on the ground.

Every job is documented with timestamped, geo-tagged photos and body-camera footage when crews are on site. You get the proof you need to satisfy investors, defend pricing, and close out work orders quickly.

What Makes Our Service Different

Every job is backed by documented processes, licensed crews, and a commitment to quality.

Body-Cam Documented

Crews wear body cameras on every job. You receive full visual proof of work performed.

Before/After Photos

Timestamped, geo-tagged photo documentation submitted with every invoice.

HUD/FNMA Compliant

Allowables understood, work-order systems supported, deadlines respected.

Rapid Response

Initial secure visits typically completed within 48–72 hours of work-order receipt.

What’s Included

Everything you can expect when you hire 3LE for this service.

Initial property securing (door knob locks, lockboxes, padlocks)
Window and door board-up services (vandalized openings)
Winterization (water shut-off, line blow-out, anti-freeze)
Interior and exterior debris removal
Routine grass cuts and snow removal (per allowables)
Detailed inspection reports with photos
Re-key services after eviction or REO acquisition
Emergency response for vandalism, break-ins, weather events
Roof tarping and emergency repairs
Property registration assistance (local ordinances)

Our Process

Transparent, repeatable, documented every step of the way.

1

Receive Work Order

Receive work order via email, client portal, or your asset-management platform. Specs and allowables reviewed.

2

Schedule & Dispatch

Crew scheduled within stated turn-time. Route optimized when multiple properties in the area.

3

On-Site Documentation

Body cameras on. Pre-work photos captured. Property inspected for issues beyond the scope of work.

4

Execute Service

Work performed to specification. Additional issues flagged with photos and bid recommendations.

5

Submit Report

Photo packet, completed scope of work, and any additional bids submitted within 24 hours.

Perfect For

We work with a wide range of clients across California.

Banks & Servicers

National banks, regional lenders, and credit-union default departments.

Asset Managers

Major asset management firms and national preservation networks.

REO Listing Agents

Pre-listing trash-outs, deep cleans, and ongoing maintenance.

Seasonal Winterization

Properties going vacant during winter months that need water systems winterized.

Emergency Boards

Vandalism response, post-fire boarding, and natural-disaster securing.

Investor Owners

Out-of-state investors who need trustworthy local eyes on their property.

Recent Work

A look at properties we’ve serviced. Real jobs, real results.

Property preservation crew on site

On-site work order, fully documented

Crew with PPE securing a property

PPE compliance, every visit

Body-cam documentation in progress

Body-cam video included in every photo packet

Property before preservation work

Before — dispatch arrival

Property after preservation work

After — secured & code-compliant

Lockbox installed on a secured property door

Lockbox install & re-key complete

Service Area: California Statewide

Headquartered in Richmond, CA, we service preservation work orders throughout California — from the Bay Area to LA, San Diego, the Central Valley, and the Sierra. Most work is dispatched within 24–48 hours of receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about this service.

Yes. Our crews are familiar with HUD, FNMA, FHLMC, and VA allowables. We support photo packet requirements and can submit through your portal or via email.
Standard initial secure visits are completed within 48–72 hours. Emergency boardup and post-incident response is typically same-day or next-day, depending on location.
Yes. We carry general liability and workers’ comp coverage. Certificates of insurance are available on request, and crews are background-checked.
Yes. Many of our calls come from cities citing code violations on vacant properties. We document the existing condition, complete the work, and produce a compliance report.
Absolutely. Asset managers and portfolio owners get a dedicated coordinator and a consolidated reporting feed.

Need a Property Secured This Week?

Send us the address and we’ll have a crew on site, with photos in your inbox, in days — not weeks.