24/7 Emergency Boarding Up in Kingston
If you need 24 hour boarding up in Kingston right now, our local team provides rapid, 24/7 boarding up to make your property safe and secure. Whether it’s a smashed window, a kicked-in door or storm damage, we offer fast boarding up services across the KT postcodes with an out-of-hours boarding up response you can rely on. Call for immediate assistance on 020 4572 1601.
Need urgent help? Call 020 4572 1601. We’re available day and night for emergency property securing and same day boarding up throughout Kingston upon Thames and nearby areas.
When You Need Emergency Boarding Up
Emergencies are stressful. Our job is to make them simpler, safer and secure without delay. Typical reasons to call us for 24/7 boarding up in Kingston include:
- Burglary or attempted break-in
- Vandalism or anti-social damage
- Smashed shop window or door glass
- Storm or wind damage to windows, doors, roofs or skylights
- Accidental damage (ball strike, fallen object, vehicle impact)
- Fire or flood where doors/windows won’t close or frames are swollen
- Vacant property left unsecured
You might need same day boarding up late at night, first thing on a weekend, or during a bank holiday. We provide a reliable after-hours boarding up service across KT1–KT24, including Kingston upon Thames, Norbiton, Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth, Chessington, Hampton Wick, Berrylands, Coombe, Long Ditton, Thames Ditton, and Worcester Park.
Quick emergency checklist
- Is anyone hurt? If so, call 999.
- If a crime has occurred, note the police reference number.
- Keep people and pets away from glass debris and sharp edges.
- For electrical or water risks (fire/flood), switch off power if safe to do so.
- Call us for out-of-hours boarding up on 020 4572 1601.
Our Simple 3-Step Emergency Process
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Call and assess
You call us and explain the damage. We’ll ask a few simple questions—what’s broken, the size of the opening, height (ground/upper floor), and any access constraints—so we can dispatch the right materials and fixings. -
Attend and make safe
Our DBS-checked technicians arrive with plywood/OSB boards, anti-tamper fixings, towers/ladders as needed, and safety gear. We make the area safe, clear immediate hazards and secure openings. -
Document and handover
Before and after photos are time-stamped. We provide an itemised invoice and a simple work statement suitable for insurers. Keep your police reference number with these documents.
How We Secure Your Property
Prompt, tidy and non-destructive wherever possible. That’s our approach.
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Non-destructive securing
Wherever we can, we secure boards to internal structures or existing fixings to avoid extra damage. If frames are intact, we typically use through-bolts or internal packers with anti-tamper head fixings that can’t be removed from outside. In rare cases—severe frame failure, structural compromise, or fire warp—some surface fixing may be unavoidable, and we’ll explain this clearly before proceeding. -
Materials matched to the job
We stock structural plywood and OSB in commonly required thicknesses (typically 11–18 mm), choosing the board type and thickness to suit the span, exposure and security requirement. Edges are trimmed to fit neatly, and external faces are flush and safe. -
Anti-tamper fixings
We use anti-tamper fixings designed so they can’t be easily removed from outside. On vulnerable sites, we can add internal bracing to resist prying and impacts. -
Temporary steel doors and security screens
For compromised doorways or medium-term protection, we can fit temporary steel doors with robust locking and anti-jemmy features. Vacant or high-risk sites may benefit from steel security screens (often called Sitex-style or anti-vandal security screens) to deter re-entry and safeguard longer term. -
Roof, skylight and weatherproofing
For storm damage, we can board over skylights and roof openings and add temporary weatherproofing (membranes/tarping) until permanent repairs are carried out by your roofer. -
Clean and safe
We tidy debris in the immediate work area and remove hazards like loose shards. Larger clearances can be arranged if required. -
Insurer-ready documentation
We provide time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a simple statement of works so you can submit evidence quickly. If you plan to claim, keep your police reference number handy.
If you’re dealing with shattered glazing and plan to replace the glass next day, ask about a “board & glaze” arrangement—we can secure tonight and coordinate for prompt replacement with your chosen glazier.
Coverage Across Kingston & The KT Postcodes
We’re a local, mobile team covering KT1–KT24 without delay. Common callouts are around Kingston town centre, Clarence Street, Kingston Riverside, Cromwell Road Retail Park, Surbiton High Street, Tolworth Broadway, New Malden High Street, Chessington North/South, Norbiton, Coombe, Berrylands, Hampton Wick and Thames Ditton. We also serve commercial parks and retail parades throughout the KT area.
We don’t quote arrival times we can’t guarantee. Instead, we maintain 24/7 availability, smart dispatch and stocked vehicles to reach you efficiently—day, night and weekends.
Why Choose Us
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Local presence across Kingston and the wider KT region
10+ years’ experience securing homes, shops and facilities in KT1–KT24. -
Trained, vetted technicians
DBS-checked technicians and a public liability insured boarding up service. -
Non-destructive methods wherever possible
We prioritise non-destructive securing to protect frames and finishes, explaining exceptions (e.g., severe structural or fire damage) before we proceed. -
Quality materials, secure fixings
OSB/plywood boards sized to suit, anti-tamper fixings and options for temporary steel doors and steel security screens. -
Insurer-friendly evidence
Time-stamped photos, itemised invoices and a straightforward statement of works. -
Respectful, tidy and discreet
We work efficiently, contain mess and leave your property secure. We can liaise with neighbours, wardens, security or facilities teams on request. -
Clear workmanship guarantee
Our temporary boarding is guaranteed to remain secure until your planned repair or replacement timeframe, provided it is not tampered with or subjected to further impact.
What Happens Next
- Call us now on 020 4572 1601 and we’ll talk you through the situation.
- We dispatch the nearest team with the right materials.
- On arrival, we make safe, secure and document.
- You receive photos and paperwork for your insurer.
- We can liaise with your glazier, locksmith, roofer or contractor if needed.
If you already know what you need, you can also browse our specific services:
- For broken panes, see our dedicated window boarding in Kingston.
- If your door has been forced, our door boarding up service includes options for temporary secure doors.
- Targeted damage at your property? Read our guidance on vandalism repair.
- Making a claim? We provide photos and itemised invoices—see our insurance support for what’s included.
FAQs
Do you really operate 24/7?
Yes. We offer 24/7 boarding up in Kingston and across KT. Call any time on 020 4572 1601.
Can you secure my property without causing extra damage?
Wherever possible, yes. We use non-destructive securing—internal packers, through-bolts and anti-tamper fixings. Only when frames are broken, charred or structurally unsafe might we need alternative fixing, and we’ll explain that first.
How long does it take to board up a property?
Many single openings are made safe within a short site visit. Larger shopfronts, high-level glazing, or multiple openings may take longer. We work efficiently and arrive with stocked materials so we can secure in one visit wherever possible.
Will you clean up broken glass?
We clear the immediate work area and remove loose shards and hazards as part of our make-safe service. For extensive debris or specialist clean-ups, we can advise on additional services.
Is boarding up covered by insurance?
It often is under “emergency make-safe” or “building damage” sections, but every policy differs. We can support you with insurer-ready paperwork—time-stamped photos, itemised invoice and a brief statement. For details, see our insurance support. We’re not loss adjusters or legal advisors.
Do you cover my area?
We cover Kingston upon Thames and the KT postcodes including Surbiton, Norbiton, New Malden, Tolworth, Chessington, Hampton Wick, Thames Ditton and beyond. See the full list under areas we cover.
Can you help with shops and commercial sites?
Yes—retail, hospitality and offices included. We handle wide shopfronts, roller shutters and coordinated out-of-hours work. If needed, we can fit temporary steel doors or steel security screens for added protection.
What materials do you use?
We carry OSB and plywood boards (typically 11–18 mm) and use anti-tamper fixings, plus towers/ladders for access. For compromised doorways or voids, we can install temporary steel doors or Sitex-style security screens.
Do you replace the glass?
We’re a boarding up and make-safe team. We can coordinate with your chosen glazier or contractor and provide “board & glaze” arrangements where practical, securing immediately and assisting with next-day glazing.
If you’re dealing with a broken window, kicked-in door, storm-damaged roof light or any emergency, call us now. We’ll secure your property quickly and provide the documentation you need.
Need help now? Call 020 4572 1601 or Email us.
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