Property Preservation in Louisville, KY
Secure and maintain vacant or damaged properties with professional, damage-free solutions. Popular with property managers, investors and REO companies.
4.9 stars from 130 Google reviews · $1M liability insured · Flat-rate pricing
Property Preservation Services
🔩 Damage-free bolt board-ups
$1.75 per unit (per window or door opening). A bracket-and-bolt system that removes cleanly with zero damage to the property.
🔑 Lock changes & gain entry
$25 per lock change. Re-key or replace locks and control the keys.
❄️ Winterization
$100–$150 per property. We drain water systems, add antifreeze and secure the property to help prevent pipe bursts and water damage.
🔍 Inspections
Property inspections with condition notes and photo documentation.
🗑️ Debris removal
Trash-outs inside and out, from bagged trash to furniture and appliances, at $40–$60 per cubic yard.
🌿 Lawn & yard maintenance
Overgrowth cleanup, brush removal and yard debris haul-off to keep the property presentable.
Why Bolt Boarding?
Traditional board-ups nail or screw boards directly into window frames or siding, and removal leaves holes, cracked frames and repair bills. Bolt boarding uses a bracket-and-bolt system that attaches without penetrating the window frame or siding. When it comes off, the property looks the way it did before. Read more: What Is Bolt Boarding?.
Documentation on Every Job
Every job includes before-and-after photos and itemized lists, with donation receipts when items are donated, ready for your records or your clients. Need a full turnover? See our REO & foreclosure cleanouts.
How It Works
- ✓Send photos. Text photos to 502-631-7562 or use our quote form. Include the address and any access details (stairs, narrow hallways, etc.).
- ✓Get a flat-rate quote. The quote we give you is the price you pay. No trip fees, no surprise surcharges. Larger jobs get a quick walkthrough first.
- ✓We do the heavy lifting. We sort everything on site: usable items are donated, metals and e-waste are recycled, and the landfill is the last resort.
- ✓You get the paperwork. Before-and-after photos, itemized lists and donation receipts for your records.
Why Louisville Works with Billy Goats
- ✓$1M liability insured: we carry $1M in commercial general liability insurance on every job.
- ✓4.9 stars from 130 Google reviews from Louisville homeowners, landlords and property managers.
- ✓Flat-rate pricing: $40–$60 per cubic yard. No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch.
- ✓Donation-first: we work with Goodwill, Habitat for Humanity, Salvation Army and Wayside Christian Mission.
- ✓Locally owned: built in Louisville, not a franchise.
Service Area
We serve a 30-mile radius from downtown Louisville, KY, including Hurstbourne, Middletown, St. Matthews, the Highlands, Crestwood, La Grange, Shelbyville, Mount Washington, Shepherdsville, and Jeffersonville and New Albany in Southern Indiana. See all service areas.
Property Preservation FAQ
What is property preservation?
Property preservation includes services to secure and maintain vacant or damaged properties: damage-free bolt board-ups ($1.75/unit), lock changes ($25), winterization ($100–$150), property inspections, debris removal and lawn maintenance.
What is bolt boarding?
Bolt boarding is a damage-free alternative to traditional board-ups. Instead of nailing boards into window frames, we use a bracket-and-bolt system that removes cleanly with zero damage to the property.
Do you offer winterization?
Yes. We winterize vacant properties to help prevent pipe bursts and water damage during cold months. This includes draining water systems, adding antifreeze and securing the property. Pricing runs $100–$150 per property.
Who uses your property preservation services?
Property managers, landlords, investors, realtors and REO companies across the Louisville metro.
Are you insured?
Yes. We carry $1M in liability insurance on every job.
What areas do you serve?
We serve a 30-mile radius from downtown Louisville, KY, including Hurstbourne, Middletown, St. Matthews, the Highlands, Crestwood, La Grange, Shelbyville, Mount Washington, Shepherdsville, and Jeffersonville and New Albany in Southern Indiana. If you are within about 2 hours, give us a call. We may still be able to help.
Learn More
- What Is Bolt Boarding? The Damage-Free Way to Secure Vacant Properties
- How Overgrowth Slowly Destroys Your Property
- REO Turnovers in Louisville: Timeline & Costs
- REO & Foreclosure Cleanouts
- Pressure Washing
Other services
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