Emergency Boarding Up in Kingston upon Thames

If you need boarding up Kingston upon Thames, we provide fast, reliable and sympathetic property securing across KT1 and KT2. Whether the damage is from a break-in, a smashed shop window, storm damage or accidental impact, our local Kingston team are available to help 24/7 and to advise on the safest, most insurance-friendly solution.

When you need this

Common situations where homeowners, landlords and shopkeepers in Kingston call us:

• Burglary and break-ins requiring post-burglary boarding up and secure entry points.
• Smashed windows and shopfront glass — temporary repair and safety cordon.
• Storm damage with broken glazing, blown doors or compromised roofs.
• Fire-damaged or vacant properties needing temporary security.
• Accidental damage from deliveries, vehicles or building works.

We cover residential properties, flats above shops, retail units on Kingston High Street, offices and void/vacant property security across Kingston and the wider KT area.

How we secure your property

We prioritise non-destructive securing wherever possible and explain any rare exceptions (for example, an unsafe frame that must be cut out for safety). Typical methods and materials:

• Plywood or OSB boarding — usually 18mm exterior-grade plywood or OSB for windows and small openings; thicker panels for larger openings.
• Anti-tamper fixings designed so they can’t be easily removed from outside.
• Temporary steel doors and Sitex-style steel security screens for medium-term, commercial or high-risk sites.
• Weatherproofing and temporary sealing for storm-damaged frames; tarpaulin or battens if roofing access is required.
• Time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a brief work statement for insurance evidence. Keep any police reference number to give to your insurer.

Our 3-step attendance for urgent jobs:

1. Rapid assessment and safety cordon where needed.
2. Secure the opening using the least-destructive method that meets insurer and safety expectations.
3. Deliver photographic evidence and paperwork suitable for insurance claims or landlord records.

Why choose us in Kingston

• Local Kingston presence with coverage across KT1–KT24 and mobile crews serving KT1 and KT2 neighbourhoods.
• 10+ years’ experience securing homes, shops and void properties in the borough.
• Public liability insured and DBS-checked technicians.
• Non-destructive first approach; clear explanation where structural intervention is required.
• Workmanship warranty on fitted boards and door installations where applicable.
• We provide insurer-friendly documentation: time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a short statement of work.
• Tidy, respectful technicians who can liaise with police, landlords or managing agents on request.

What happens next

1. Call or contact us to describe the situation — we’ll advise whether to wait for our team or the emergency services.
2. We attend, make safe and photograph the work. If required we can fit a temporary steel door or screen.
3. You receive an itemised invoice and photo pack to pass to your insurer or managing agent.

For specialist glazing after temporary boarding, we can point you to reputable glaziers. For help with paperwork see our insurance support page. For specific window work see window boarding in Kingston and for doors see door boarding up. Retail and shopfront emergencies are handled alongside our commercial options — see shopfront boarding in Kingston.

Local coverage — KT1 and KT2, landmarks and stations

We regularly attend callouts across Kingston upon Thames, including:

• Postcode districts: KT1 and KT2.
• Landmarks: Kingston Bridge, The Bentall Centre/market area, The Rose Theatre.
• High streets and local roads: Kingston High Street, Clarence Street, Eden Street and nearby Kingston Riverside locations.
• Stations and transport hubs: Kingston station, Norbiton station and Surbiton station (short distance).
• Nearby areas we frequently serve: Surbiton, Norbiton, New Malden and Tolworth.

Micro case studies

• After a late-night smash-and-grab on Kingston High Street (KT1) we secured the shopfront with 18mm plywood and anti-tamper fixings, photographed the work and provided an insurer-ready invoice the same morning.
• For a ground-floor flat in KT2 where a delivery driver broke a pane, we used a non-destructive board-up and arranged a follow-up glazed repair referral to minimise disruption for tenants.
• When storm gusts damaged a first-floor window near the riverside, we provided temporary boarding and tarpaulins and liaised with the resident’s insurer for next-step repairs.

FAQs

How quickly can you board up my property in Kingston?

We operate 24/7 and deploy mobile teams across KT1 and KT2. We won’t promise a fixed ETA on the website, but we aim for a fast same-day response for urgent jobs — call us so we can advise and dispatch.

Will boarding up damage my window frames?

Where possible we use non-destructive methods that preserve frames and glazing. If a frame is unsafe or structurally damaged we’ll explain why removal or cutting is necessary before proceeding.

Is boarding up covered by insurance?

Many policies cover emergency boarding and securing after events such as burglary, vandalism or storm damage. We provide time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a short statement to help your claim. Keep any police reference number and contact your insurer early.

What materials do you use?

Typically 18mm exterior-grade plywood or OSB for temporary boarding; anti-tamper fixings to deter removal; temporary steel doors or Sitex-style screens for medium-term or commercial sites. We can recommend material suited to the property and insurer expectations.

Can you secure a shopfront on Kingston High Street outside office hours?

Yes — we offer out-of-hours and same-day boarding for commercial premises and will follow simple RAMS for safe working in public places.

Helpful links

• Boarding up services in Kingston
• 24/7 emergency boarding up
• Boarding up prices
• Insurance support
• Areas we cover
• Contact our Kingston team

Need help now? Call 020 4572 1601 or Email us.