Emergency Boarding Up in Thames Ditton
Boarding up Thames Ditton quickly and securely is what we do. If you need urgent or planned property securing in the KT7 area — whether a smashed shop window on the High Street or a broken living-room window after a storm — we provide local, professional boarding up to make your property safe and insurer-ready.
When you need this
Common situations where people call us in Thames Ditton include:
- Burglary or break-in damage: doors kicked in, locks forced or glazing smashed.
- Vandalism or antisocial damage on Thames Ditton High Street.
- Storm damage: wind-blown debris, broken skylights or blown-in windows by the riverside.
- Accidental impact: delivery vehicles or errant cyclists damaging shopfronts or ground-floor windows.
- Secure empty or vacant properties pending repairs or re-letting.
We cover both residential and commercial needs across KT7 and the surrounding neighbourhoods such as Hinchley Wood, Esher, Surbiton and Kingston upon Thames. Our crews are used to working around local points of interest — Thames Ditton railway station, the riverside embankment and the High Street shops — so we can secure awkward shopfronts and ground-floor flats quickly and safely.
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How we secure your property
We follow a straightforward, insurer-friendly approach that aims for non-destructive securing wherever possible.
Step-by-step:
- Rapid assessment: we confirm the safest securing method on arrival and explain options.
- Temporary securing: common solutions include plywood or OSB boarding (typically 9–18mm depending on opening size and use), fitted with anti-tamper fixings so boards cannot be easily removed from outside.
- Optional upgrades: temporary steel doors or steel security screens for high-risk shopfronts or vacant properties.
- Tidy completion: we seal edges, add weatherproofing where needed and clear loose debris.
Materials and methods we use:
- Plywood or OSB board from around 9mm to 18mm depending on size and exposure.
- Anti-tamper fixings designed to prevent easy removal from outside.
- Temporary steel doors and Sitex-style security screens for commercial properties and void properties where medium-term security is needed.
- Non-destructive fixings wherever possible; where lock-sets or frames are damaged beyond safe repair we explain and document any necessary remedial trimming or temporary boarding that affects the frame.
Safety & proof for insurers:
- We are public liability insured and our technicians are DBS-checked.
- For every job we provide time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a simple work statement suitable for insurers. We’ll remind you to keep your police reference number if a crime has been reported.
We aim to patch and protect without causing unnecessary damage. If structural repairs or significant frame replacement are required (for example after a severe kick-in or major impact), we will explain why a more invasive approach is needed and agree next steps with you.
Why choose us in Thames Ditton
- Local presence across KT7 with experienced, mobile crews who know Thames Ditton streets and access constraints.
- 10+ years’ experience in boarding up homes, shops and vacant properties in Kingston and surrounding KT postcodes.
- Public liability insurance and DBS-checked technicians for your peace of mind.
- Non-destructive securing wherever possible and clear, written explanations when more work is needed.
- Workmanship warranty offered where applicable and a tidy finish to help maintain property value.
- Insurer-friendly paperwork included as standard (time-stamped photos, itemised invoice, and a brief work statement).
Micro case studies (examples from recent local work)
- Thames Ditton High Street shop: same-day shopfront boarding after an evening smash. We used 18mm ply with anti-tamper fixings and provided photos and an invoice for the insurer; shop trading resumed behind the secure screen the following morning while glazing was arranged.
- Ground-floor flat near the river embankment: broken sash window after storm. We fitted 12mm OSB boarding and temporary weatherproofing to prevent water ingress, then coordinated with an emergency glazier for a permanent repair.
- Vacant terraced house close to Thames Ditton station: medium-term security using Sitex-style security screens and managed access for contractors during renovation.
What happens next
- Call or email to describe the problem and location in KT7. If it’s urgent, highlight whether the police or fire service are already involved.
- We arrange a local crew and confirm the approach and estimated arrival window. We won’t promise hard ETAs but we operate mobile teams across Kingston and KT postcodes for fast dispatch.
- Work is completed and you receive time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a short work statement suitable for insurance purposes.
Helpful, relevant services:
- For urgent needs use our 24/7 emergency boarding up service.
- For damaged windows see window boarding in Kingston.
- For shopfront incidents see shopfront boarding in Kingston.
- If this follows a burglary, our post-burglary boarding up guidance explains the steps to take and what insurers typically need.
FAQs
How quickly can you board a property in Thames Ditton?
We operate local mobile teams across KT7 and nearby areas and can usually attend the same day for non-complex call-outs. For emergencies we prioritise urgent requests — please call to discuss the situation so we can advise fastest availability.
Will you damage brickwork or window frames when boarding up?
We use non-destructive fixings wherever possible. Anti-tamper screws are commonly fitted to the existing frame or reveal; we only resort to more invasive methods if the frame or structure is unsafe (for example, severely split frames after a forced entry). We always explain and document any unavoidable work.
What do you provide for insurance claims?
We supply time-stamped photos of the damage and the completed work, an itemised invoice, and a short written work statement. Please keep any police reference number if this was a crime — we’ll reference it on your paperwork if you provide it.
Can you secure shopfronts and arrange for temporary glazing?
Yes. We offer shopfront boarding, temporary steel screens and coordination with emergency glaziers where needed. For busy High Street locations we can also work out-of-hours to reduce impact on trading.
Local notes and access
- Thames Ditton High Street and the riverside embankment often have restricted parking; our crews are familiar with local loading bays and Thames Ditton railway station access for rapid attendance.
- Landmark references we commonly work around: Thames Ditton High Street, Thames Ditton railway station and the riverside embankment. Nearby notable places include Hampton Court Palace and the local green spaces.
- Nearby areas we serve include Hinchley Wood, Esher, Surbiton and Kingston upon Thames; if you are outside KT7 check our full list of areas we cover.
If you’re a landlord, property manager or shop owner in Thames Ditton and need reliable boarding up or longer-term security, contact us for a clear plan and insurer-ready paperwork. We handle urgent same-day call-outs and planned void-property boarding.
Need help now? Call 020 4572 1601 or Email us.
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