When a door or window is damaged — whether through a break-in, accident, or vandalism — emergency boarding up is essential to secure your property until permanent repairs can be made. This guide covers everything you need to know about boarding up services.
When Do You Need Emergency Boarding Up?
- After a burglary where doors or windows have been forced
- Following accidental damage to glass panels or doors
- After vandalism or criminal damage
- When a door or window frame has been severely damaged
- For vacant properties that need to be secured
What Does Boarding Up Involve?
Professional boarding up involves securing damaged openings with heavy-duty materials to prevent further access. This typically includes:
- Assessing the damage and identifying all vulnerable points
- Fitting heavy-duty plywood or steel panels over damaged areas
- Securing panels with appropriate fixings to prevent removal
- Ensuring the property is weatherproof
- Advising on permanent repair options
How Quickly Can You Respond?
Keys4U provides emergency boarding up services with an average response time of 30–60 minutes. We operate 24/7, 365 days a year, so you are never left with an unsecured property overnight.
Areas We Cover
Our boarding up service covers London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Bristol, and many other locations across the UK.
Insurance Claims
If your property has been damaged through a break-in or vandalism, your home insurance should cover the cost of boarding up and repairs. We can provide detailed invoices and reports to support your insurance claim.
Need emergency boarding up? Call Keys4U now on 033 3305 2993 — available 24/7.