Boarding Up for All Property Types in Kingston

If you need boarding up services in Kingston, we secure homes, shops and vacant buildings across the KT postcodes quickly and safely. From smashed windows and forced doors to storm or fire damage, our local team delivers fast, non-destructive securing wherever possible, with insurer-ready paperwork and materials chosen to suit your property type and risk.

We’ve spent over 10 years helping homeowners, landlords, shop owners and facility managers in Kingston upon Thames and the wider KT area protect their properties day and night. Our DBS-checked technicians are fully insured, tidy and respectful, and we back our workmanship with clear guarantees.

Residential properties

Homes are personal. We secure houses, flats and HMOs sensitively and discreetly, making sure you and your family feel safe as soon as possible. Whether you’ve had a break-in, a smashed window, or damage from a storm, we’ll board up and secure without causing extra disruption.

What we consider for homes:

  • Non-destructive securing wherever possible to preserve frames and finishes.
  • Child and pet safety: clean-up of broken glass and safe fixings.
  • Rapid weatherproofing to protect interiors.
  • Secure but accessible solutions (e.g., temporary secure doors when needed).

Learn more about our approach to residential boarding up in Kingston.

Commercial and retail properties

Shops, restaurants, cafés, offices and light industrial units need rapid, professional protection to keep trading risks down and satisfy building managers and insurers. We’re experienced with shopfront glass, roller shutters, aluminium systems and out-of-hours attendance so your premises can be made safe quickly.

What we consider for businesses:

  • Shopfront boarding tailored to large panes and doorways.
  • Coordination with shutters and roller doors.
  • Simple RAMS (risk assessments and method statements) for safe working.
  • Out-of-hours service to minimise disruption and protect stock.

See how we support businesses with commercial boarding up.

Vacant and void properties

Empty buildings are vulnerable to trespass, vandalism and weather damage. We provide short to medium-term measures such as robust plywood/OSB boarding, steel security screens (Sitex-style) and temporary steel doors with anti-tamper fixings to control access and deter intrusion.

What we consider for vacant sites:

  • Anti-tamper fixings that can’t be easily removed from outside.
  • Temporary steel doors to manage authorised access.
  • Anti-vandal or Sitex-style steel screens for higher-risk openings.
  • Periodic checks and adjustments if required.

Explore options for vacant property security.

Materials and methods for every property type

We select materials and fixings to match the risk, access and duration of the securing:

  • Plywood and OSB boarding: Typically 11–18 mm boards for strength and stability, cut neatly to fit your openings and fixed to avoid damage to frames where possible.
  • Anti-tamper fixings: Designed so they can’t be easily removed from outside; we also use back rails/battens where appropriate to avoid fixing into delicate frames.
  • Temporary steel doors: A robust, lockable door unit that provides secure access while permanent repairs are arranged.
  • Steel security screens (anti-vandal / Sitex-style): Perforated or solid steel panels to protect vulnerable or vacant properties, particularly useful for medium-term void security.
  • Weatherproofing: Sealants, polythene membranes or tarpaulins used alongside boarding to keep wind and rain out where needed.

Non-destructive as standard: We aim to secure without drilling into frames or masonry wherever possible. In rare exceptions—such as severe structural damage, dangerous frames, or where insurers require a specific method—we’ll explain the options clearly before proceeding.

Insurer-ready documentation and support

We provide the paperwork you need to keep insurance claims straightforward:

  • Time-stamped photos (before and after) of the damage and our work.
  • An itemised invoice covering labour and materials.
  • A brief work statement describing what was secured and how.

Please keep any police reference number if applicable. We’re not loss adjusters or legal advisors, but we do make the claims process easier. Read more about our insurance support.

24/7 coverage across Kingston and the KT postcodes

We operate across Kingston upon Thames and the KT1–KT24 area, including Surbiton, Norbiton, New Malden, Tolworth, Chessington, Hampton Wick, Esher, Epsom, Cobham, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge and beyond. We don’t quote hard ETAs; instead, we maintain 24/7 availability and mobile coverage to dispatch efficiently when you call.

If your situation is urgent—burglary, vandalism, smashed shopfront, or storm damage—please use our 24/7 emergency boarding up.

How our process works

  • Call us any time: We’ll ask a few quick questions about the damage, location and access so we can bring the right materials and equipment.
  • On-site assessment: Our DBS-checked technician assesses the opening(s), clears hazards like broken glass and explains the securing plan before any work starts.
  • Make-safe securing: We board up using plywood/OSB or fit temporary steel doors/screens, with anti-tamper fixings. We tidy up, take photos and provide the paperwork you need for insurers.

Why homeowners, landlords and managers choose us

  • Local and experienced: Over a decade securing properties across Kingston and KT.
  • Fully insured: Public liability insurance in place; DBS-checked technicians.
  • Non-destructive approach: We protect your property fabric wherever possible.
  • Proper materials: Correct thicknesses, anti-tamper fixings, steel options where needed.
  • Insurer-friendly: Photos, itemised invoices and simple statements provided.
  • Clean and considerate: We tidy as we go and leave your property safe and secure.
  • Clear guarantees: We stand behind our workmanship.

Which property type fits your situation?

  • Residential: Houses, flats, maisonettes, HMOs, student lets and short-term rentals.
  • Commercial: Shops, cafés, restaurants, offices, studios, light industrial units and managed buildings.
  • Vacant/void: Empty residential or commercial units, properties awaiting sale or refurbishment, repossessions and buildings between tenants.

If you’re unsure which approach suits your situation, call us. We’ll advise on the most effective, affordable, and insurer-acceptable way to make your property safe.

FAQs

Do you operate 24/7 for all property types?

Yes. Our emergency line is open around the clock for homes, shops and vacant buildings. We dispatch across Kingston and the KT postcodes.

Can you secure my property without damaging frames?

Wherever possible, yes. We use non-destructive securing methods and anti-tamper fixings that avoid drilling into frames. If damage or structure makes that unsafe, we’ll explain the safest alternative first.

What if I need access after boarding up?

We can fit a temporary steel door with a secure lock so you can access the property while keeping it protected. This is common for commercial and vacant properties.

Will my insurer accept your documentation?

We provide time-stamped photos, an itemised invoice and a simple work statement that most insurers expect. Keep your police reference number if there’s been a break-in. For more, see our insurance support.

Do you cover my area within the KT postcodes?

We work across KT1–KT24, including Kingston upon Thames, Surbiton, Norbiton, New Malden, Tolworth, Chessington, Esher, Epsom, Cobham, Walton-on-Thames and Weybridge. View our areas we cover.

What materials do you use for different properties?

We commonly use plywood/OSB boards of appropriate thickness, anti-tamper fixings and, where risk is higher, steel security screens or temporary steel doors. We’ll recommend the best option for your property type and situation.

Start with the right property type

Choosing the right approach for your property type ensures better security and smoother insurer approval:

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

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